Friday, October 21, 2011

Occupy Writers



Many writers have signed in support of the Wall Street Occupation. Some have written on it, and I urge you to read those essays and poems. You might wish to begin with Lemony Snicket:
Thirteen Observations made by Lemony Snicket while watching Occupy Wall Street from a Discreet Distance

1. If you work hard, and become successful, it does not necessarily mean you are successful because you worked hard, just as if you are tall with long hair it doesn’t mean you would be a midget if you were bald.
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I also liked Francine Prose's statement.