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Chris Lynch's slanted view on sports, politics and entertainment. Please send thoughts or comments to chris.lynch@gmail.com
Wednesday, July 08, 2026
Linky Links
Stuff I found interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- Broncos head coach Sean Payton reportedly considered Bill Belichick a temporary takeover as head coach. A convoluted plan to get Belichick the 15 more wins he needs.
- Wait - a Chinese company owns Volvo but many Volvo cars are made in SC - so that's OK? I'm not looking at Volvo the same ever again.
Wednesday Flotsam and Jetsam
Have a new miscellaneous thoughts and observations post up on Substack.
The Trump Administration is done trying to deal with the Iranian regime with President Trump calling them "scum." Think we just stopped short of calling for outright regime change or launching an 800 number "send us targets" for Iranian citizens to call so we can plan bombings.
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Quotes for Today
Some quotes I hope may resonate with you.
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026
The Americans: The Colonial Experience - Daniel Boorstin
Linky Links
Stuff I found interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- Federal Reserve working paper suggest Biden illegal immigrant wave drove up home prices 30%. Thought that Fed high interest rates depressed the housing market? How does this effect the housing market going forward? Especially if interest rates drop as expected?
- Kevin Kelly: Quiet My Exoself. Every person could be a potential Ironman.
- Springtime for Platner Ends. Golf clap for headline but allegations are horrific.
- The Last Stand and the Rockstar of American Literature. Admit that I've been put off by the casual racism of Jack London but maybe I should give him another chance.
Tuesday Flotsam and Jetsam
Have a new miscellaneous thoughts and observations post up on Substack.
The USMNT lost to Belgium 4-1 last night. Today President Trump may hit Belgium with a 100% tariff - or he should. It would be a popular move right now.
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Quotes for Today
Some quotes I hope may resonate with you.
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Monday, July 06, 2026
Linky Links
Stuff I fund interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- Jonathan Turley on the fall of PA Governor Josh Shapiro. The truth never mind 2028 - Shapiro had to turn radical just to have a hope of remaining governor of PA after the sharp turn of the "new" Democratic (Socialist) Party.
- Fact about Old Ironsides that's worth remembering.
Monday Flotsam and Jetsam
Have a new miscellaneous thoughts and observations post up on Substack.
Went to bed last night with England leading Mexico 2-1 and the English went to hold on 3-2, The USMNT team plays tonight - with Balogun. Think I've officially watched more soccer this year than baseball. Not sure if that's because I've become caught up in the Cup being in the US or that the Red Sox are so bad this year. Either way MLB should be worried they are losing views like me.
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Quotes for Today
Some quotes I hope may resonate with you.
Have a new Quotes for Today up on my Substack. As I've mentioned doing this as a way to thank those who have Subscribed. If you are a Subscriber - you should have received an email. Thanks.
Sunday, July 05, 2026
The Killing Moon - Echo and the Bunnymen
Linky Links
Stuff I found interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- Matt Ridley on the most important thing to happen in 1776. Being English I'm not surprised he picked James Watt's steam engine but he does have a point.
- Great lawn for the 4th of July. How about a great lawn year round!
- DataRepublican: On the History Jefferson warned us not to forget
Sunday Flotsam an Jesam
Have a new miscellaneous thoughts and observations post up on Substack.
One of the benefits of the 4th falling on a Saturday is an extra long weekend for many with travel being spread out between yesterday, today and tomorrow. If you are traveling - hope you run into a minimum of traffic.
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Quotes for Today
Some quotes I hope may resonate with you.
Have a new Quotes for Today up on my Substack. As I've mentioned doing this as a way to thank those who have Subscribed. If you are a Subscriber - you should have received an email. Thanks.
Saturday, July 04, 2026
Independence Day Linky Links
Stuff I found interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- The 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Give it a read. Something you should do regularly.
- From the archives: The July 4th fight fiasco. A mostly forgotten piece of American history.
July 4th Flotsam and Jetsam
Miscellaneous thoughts and observations on our nation's 250th birthday.
As we celebrate our country's 250th birthday this weekend please remember that July is also American beer month and commemorate appropriately. My choice will be Sam Adams Summer Ale. Enjoy!
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EDIT: Link should be fixed and post edited. Sorry I was otherwise occupied.
Quotes for Today
Some quotes I hope may resonate with you.
Have a new Quotes for Today up on my Substack. As I've mentioned doing this as a way to thank those who have Subscribed. If you are a Subscriber - you should have received an email. Thanks.
Friday, July 03, 2026
Linky Links
Stuff I found interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- DataRepublican - about those supposed USAID child deaths.
- 'Merica!
- GOP hardliners vow to blockade must-pass bills until voter ID is passed.
Friday Flotsam and Jetsam
Have a new miscellaneous thoughts and observations post up on Substack.
Today is the official observance of the July 4th holiday for many and a day off from work. Many are also taking Monday off to create a really long weekend. There will be lot's of traveling and celebrating this weekend. Enjoy yourself but stay safe.
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Quotes for Today
Some quotes I hope may resonate with you.
Have a new Quotes for Today up on my Substack. As I've mentioned doing this as a way to thank those who have Subscribed. If you are a Subscriber - you should have received an email. Thanks.
Thursday, July 02, 2026
More Linky Links
More stuff I found interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- Blackberry is no longer a phone company. It's become something much more valuable. Think self-driving cars and robots.
- US says it won't extend trade deals with Mexico and Canada.
- Jonathan Turley: Democratic politician denounces the Declaration of Independence.
Some Memes You May Enjoy
Linky Links
Stuff I found interesting or amusing and thought I'd share.
- The secret engine powering Anthropic's growth.
- CERN is powering down the Large Hadron Collider for upgrades. It will reopen in 2030.
- Many a truth is said in jest.
- Kevin Kelly: The Forever Book. An idea that will stick with you.
Thursday Flotsam and Jetsam
Have a new miscellaneous thoughts and observations post up on Substack.
Jaylen Brown was traded to the 76ers for Paul George and draft picks. Hate this trade but if it is a prelude to another move I can understand. Also if shows how little the rest of the NBA wanted to have Jaylen Brown in their locker room I'd like to know that story. Or did the Celtics get robbed? Right now a little shocked to be honest.
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Quotes for Today
Some quotes I hope may resonate with you.
Have a new Quotes for Today up on my Substack. As I've mentioned doing this as a way to thank those who have Subscribed. If you are a Subscriber - you should have received an email. Thanks.

