Rant of the Week

The Holy Torch

 

I just read that the RCMP and other police forces are out in force to protect the Olympic torch from being molested by protesters.  The protesters think that the billions spent on the Olympics would be better spent on the poor.  

There was even a helicopter in the air above the relay, to ensure that Al Qaeda didn't swoop down and DOUSE  the torch.

This is hysterical.  This is the stupidest thing I've heard of this week-- and we are in the middle of H1N1 hysteria, so that's an accomplishment.

What is the cost of this police protection?  Probably in the millions.  Well, here's a more cost-effective solution: buy more torches and tell the police to go stop people from breaking the law instead.  When the protesters try to grab the torch, give it to them.  Say, "here you go".     Done.  Take another torch out and resume the run.

Probably, the protesters won't find this any fun and will quickly disperse.  Even if they don't-- big deal.  Nobody gets hurt and nobody loses any sleep. 

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