This morning while doomscrolling I saw a headline indicating that the Department of Justice would be indicting former FBI Director James Comey "because he shared a photo of some seashells." They are alleging that the "86 47" in the photo is indicative of inciting violence against the president.
Any idiot could look up 86 in Wikipedia:
In the hospitality industry, it is used to indicate that an item is no longer available, traditionally from a food or drinks establishment, or referring to a person or people who are not welcome on the premises. Its etymology is unknown, but the term seems to have been coined in the 1920s or 1930s.
There are multiple theories re the etymology, which you can read at the link. Think of the countless hours expended by highly-paid attorneys on both sides, much of which comes at the expense of the public, and for no practical purpose. I'm so tired of this shit.
"86" (or "86 - Eighty Six") also the name of a really great anti-war anime, with lots of exciting war action. Based on a series of light novels (generally, light novels are short novels with some illustrations, in Japan) by Asato Asato. She mentioned in the foreword of one of the books that she chose that number because it's English slang for refusing service to someone but also referred to murdering someone.
ReplyDeleteI tried to explore the etymology of "86" as slang and frankly there are so many possibly origins... seriously, more origin stories than Wonder Woman.
25 billion for the turd war, probably 50 billion if the truth be known. We are moving out of this war mongering country, fed up with the shit as well. Our country ain't coming back.
ReplyDeleteThree of my family members are expats now living in Spain. They are delighted with their choice.
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ReplyDeleteHello. Can I take your post to share in Bluesky?.
ReplyDeleteI don't think you need my permission, but thank you for your politeness.
DeleteA friend sent an AI-created pic of Lindsey Graham wearing a "69 47" T-shirt.
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