Spied this afternoon outside the Joan Kroc center. (click to enlarge)
UPDATE #1: Commentor 'Dawg passes along article here that suggests we were perhaps taking some chances with our safety with our nosy behaviour.
P.S. This artcle may have been sent to us previously via email or perhaps we saw it somewhere else on the interwebs, perhaps even in the Theocracy because it has a distinctly familiar feel. Let us know if were failing to give due credit and we will rectify the matter right quick.
Monday, June 23, 2008
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http://www.autoblog.com/2008/06/18/study-bumper-stickers-aggressive-drivers/
Colorado State University researchers have recently concluded a study on driver behavior revealing something that may or may not be surprising to you: drivers who personalize their cars with bumper stickers, custom plates and other such markings are likely to be more aggressive and confrontational out on the road. It's all about marking your territory, say the CSU eggheads. When people use their rear bumper to, say, advertise who they voted for in the last three presidential elections (along with every associated platform issue), brag about how smart their precious kids are, or remind us about the highly unfortunate event that took place on October 27, 2004, it's really the adhesive-based equivalent of what that next-door-neighbor's dog does when he lifts his leg on your gardenias.
Those stickers make cars an extension of their drivers' home turf, which they will defend if they feel you're threatening it in any way. Conversely, people whose autos retain their stock appearance are more likely to show patience behind the wheel. So, the next time you're getting yelled at, honked at, or getting the finger from another driver, try to sneak a peek at the rear bumper as they drive off in a huff. Chances are you'll find some reading material there.
'Dawg
Dawg,
You pointy headed intellectual, you, quoting perfessers and all. My bumper sticker says "Nuke the gay baby whales for Jesus." Figger that one out.
BTW, re-posted your link.
If they could only get Hybrids to run on H85 (85% ground up hippie) and it's associated chronic tinged exhaust scent, I'd be in.
Are we really making enemies faster than we can kill them like one of the bumper stickers says? If so, then we need to kill them faster.
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