I can't take it any more. I am sick of fighting the good fight. I am tired of seeing my hopes and dreams for my country and the world dashed against the rocks of cruel reality.

I have come to realize that raw power and blind ignorance are the only real currency in this cold, dark world. So I am giving up, turning in my peace signs and giving away my books.

I have decided to become a republican.

Happy April 1st.

-jw