People Are Idiots
#Greenfieldism
Baroness Susan Greenfield is a UK neuroscientist known for her evidence-free predictions about how the Internet is going to turn us all into a bunch of mental and social cripples. Defending some of her views in an interview with The Guardian she said, "I point to the increase in autism and I point to internet use. That's all." This ridiculous statement (with the help of science writer Carl Zimmer) has started a new hashtag trend: #greenfieldism. Here are some of the best.
Don't You Hate It When People Block Your View of Hate Parades?
According to this irony-free video, it is unfair for peaceful protesters to block one family's view of a hate parade, but it is totally fair to support an organization that thinks certain people should not be allowed to marry the people they love. Via Queerty.