You know, I'm starting to wonder if we've all crossed over into a parallel universe that's been written by the staff of The Onion. Or maybe just Onion rejects, as I'm not laughing that much. As an example, how about this?

Summary: Dixie Chicks requested to apologize for unpatriotic comments and perform free concert for the military of this state

Even after Strom Thurmond retires, South Carolina continues to amaze the world.