This modified symbol/flag from the Texas Independence War usually receives a reaction of rolled eyes in Austin Proper because the original was hijacked by Neo-Confederates, the NRA, Black-Helicopter Enthusiasts, Secessionists and Teabaggers. Since Austin is punster/humorist O. Henry’s hometown, it’s expected we’d use humor to ridicule our city being on North Korea’s short list for an attack. Most jokes have been SXSW related.
- Kim Jong-un is upset that his platinum badge didn’t get him entry to the Justin Timberlake show.
- Kim’s Americana-Emo-Hip Hop band received bad reviews at their SXSW showcase.
- PDRK is trying to destroy the Samsung facility over the warranty on Kim’s flat-screen TV expiring.
- The AppleCare call center refused to support his iMac due to him calling from a country that isn’t eligible for assistance.
- Ground Zero is Harry Knowles’ house but it’s protected by an invisible shield of body funk, ego and self-sacrificing fanboys willing protect the compound.
More can be found in Austin’s excuse for a daily paper.
I find it funny a Communist nation would target us. The GOP, Paultards, Christo-Fascists and their allies (see the list above) often call my home the People’s Republic of Austin.