Took a small step toward simplifying my life by cancelling subs to both newspapers. I read online papers now, and watch enough cable news to mix things up. The paper newspapers have been going from the plastic bag directly into the recycle bin for a couple of months now, and it really is a waste of my money. The political slant of the Trib runs counter to mine, and if I want to continue to know the enemy, I can find enough articles online to get my blood pumping. The editorial page drove me nuts, and every time I read John Kass, I was reminded that Mike Royko is indeed still dead and they hired a helium balloon to take his place.(1)

The Sun-Times...I liked it when they offered the Controversy section, which carried some interesting stuff. But overall, it's gotten a little too NY Post-ish/tabloidish. Not worth my dwindling spare time.

(1) I don't know what Royko's politics were. If you wish to educate me with regard the fact that he was just to the right of Mussolini, I don't want to hear it. At least he could write.