Shooting Yourself in the Foot

Summary

The article titled "Shooting Yourself in the Foot" discusses an incident where a member of a group similar to the "Proud Boys" accidentally shot himself and the potential implications and ironies of his subsequent actions.

Abstract

The article humorously covers the self-inflicted gunshot wound of an individual associated with a group reminiscent of the "Proud Boys." It speculates on his future, suggesting he might become a lecturer on topics such as unintended consequences and self-sabotage, drawing parallels to historical and literary figures like Humpty Dumpty. The piece also touches on the irony of his situation in relation to the anti-vax movement and political figures, implying a connection between his accident and the broader consequences of certain ideologies.

Opinions

The author implies a sense of schadenfreude regarding the irony of the incident, particularly in the context of the individual's possible ideological beliefs.
There is a critical view of the anti-vax movement, suggesting that its followers, like the injured individual, may end up in a position where they can no longer deny scientific and medical facts.
The article takes a satirical stance on political figures, such as DeSantis and Abbott, suggesting they might join the injured individual in a tour, furthering the theme of self-inflicted harm in politics.
The author uses dark humor to address the potential consequences of political ideologies, comparing them to historical events and figures, such as referring to a "final solution" in the context of voter base reduction.
The piece ridicules the use of ivermectin as a treatment for COVID-19, highlighting the absurdity of rejecting scientifically proven medical advice in favor of unproven alternatives.

While being hoisted by your own petard.

In yet another bit of (not) fake news, it is being reported that a (no reason to be) Proud (not a man) Boy shot himself in the foot.

He’ll recover, perhaps minus a toe or two, but what then?

Rather than let his oratorial skills go to waste, I see him touring the country, lecturing to throngs of adoring fans.

I’m guessing that this boy’s little hamster wheel of a mind tends to run along one track so I’ll try to be helpful.

Topics to consider:

#3 Karma is a Bitch.

So much richness and possibility here.

Maybe he can “boomerang” around the great state of Texas talking to the bitches there who dared hope they could maintain control over their lives and bodies.

Alternatively, he can do a sweep of some farm states. The “Karma is a bitch” message works equally well as “As you sow so shall you reap.” Plus it’ll have great appeal to the evangelicals, being biblical and all.

We’ll have to see which direction he goes with this one.

Maybe DeSatanist and Abbott and several others can join him on tour.

If so, they can add to the grandeur of his message with topics like … “The Republiqan Voter Base — Killing it on the Campaign Trail.”

Talk about your “final solution!”

Even the best of the best big lie artist didn’t consider an Anti-Mask, Anti-Vax strategy in his seminal work … My Struggle (To Clear Some Living Space for the Decent People Around Here).

Yes, yes, I know. I’ll burn in hell for this.

Remember though … You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him take his ivermectin along with it.

Shooting Yourself in the Foot

While being hoisted by your own petard.

#1 How to hoist yourself with your own petard.

#2 Cutting off your nose to spite your face.

#3 Karma is a Bitch.