Happy American Exceptionalism Day

I’m feeling somewhat grumpy about today’s celebration–not because I don’t love this country–but because the whole separation of powers thing seems to be getting a little slow in its old age and Article II continues to stomp on its siblings as well as some of the Amendments.

That said, what remains vibrant about this country is precisely the kinds of conversations, arguments, rants we have here. You are all very exceptional (yup–especially the Canucks). And for that, I thank all of you, and wish you all a wonderful and safe holiday.

(Photo by BL 1961)