Much to my surprise, it’s becoming more apparent that Trent Lott is heading for a big fall. I’d like to think that the GOP is doing some serious soul-searching regarding its checkered history on race relations, but that’s probably expecting too much. And let’s not forget that our beloved Attorney General (aka The Guy Poring over Your Library Card Records) has said some questionable things that have been conveniently forgotten. And yes, there are certainly bigoted Democrats as well. But the GOP has built much of its base by exploiting the subtle but undeniably powerful brand of racism found in much of rural and suburban America. And yet people are shocked, shocked I say, when a good ol’ boy like Lott lets down his guard and allows his true colors to shine. Please.
Two Towers had a boffo opening day, which pleases me. It’s been nominated for a Golden Globe as well. It probably won’t win, but it’s nice to see that the press has a bit of a geek streak.
