Author Archives: Amoeba

Amoeba’s Lorica: Moving Fast and Breaking Glass

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Amoeba

New York Times Newsletter, 8 February 2025: * Trump said he would dismiss several board members from the Kennedy Center, the storied performing arts group in Washington, and install himself as chairman. * A clutch of young aides have swept … Continue reading →

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Amoeba’s Lorica: Diabolical Lexicographer (Business)

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Amoeba

BUSINESS, n. Machine for making money, the survival of which depends on its ability to tell its customers “Yes” even when they are wrong, and its employees “No” even when they are correct. SUPERHERO: Product of a business. The survival of … Continue reading →

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Amoeba’s Lorica: Fruits of the Season

Posted on January 25, 2025 by Amoeba

One fine day at the local market … Grocer (entirely too cheerful): “Good morning, my man!” Amoeba (instantly wary): “G’mornin’, Hank. Yer awful chipper fer a wet ‘n’ rainy Monday mornin’.” G (unfazed): “And why shouldn’t I be, when I’ve got golden sunshine … Continue reading →

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