Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats.
- Henry Lewis Mencken
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Well, then I appear to be normal. Thank'e Jesus.
I get this one thrown at me all the time. My friends know that I am a laid-back anarchist who could go over the edge at any time. (did someone say Enron?)