Friday, April 17, 2009

Apostrophe Abuse


I know this is wrong. I know this is elitist. But it really drives me up the wall when I see apostrophes used when they shouldn't be.

I know they're not extinct, I know we won't run out and I know we can afford another one, but I really can't handle it.

So when you look at this blog, Apostrophe Abuse, you will understand why it makes me both laugh and throw up in my mouth.

Monday, April 6, 2009

Woman sent to jail for the crime of poverty must be freed: ACLU

Although many people are sent to prison simple for the crime of being poor, this story is more direct than most.

This woman was sentenced to prison because she is too poor to pay for her son's stay in a juvenile detention facility. Apparently the bills for room and board are directed to the parent.

Read the full story here