How did the prosecutor miss the use of ain’t in the charges against goat? Many moons ago, English teachers raked students over the coals for using ain’t instead of isn’t!
According to the seal on the Judge’s bench, Goat was tried in the “Court of Public Opinion”. He should have demanded a change of venue. The “Court of Sports Cliches” would have been more appropriate and sympathetic to his case.
Sure we have them. And we always will. They have their place. Just like Thought Police (along the lines of “You were thinking about having another drink.”) and Grammar Police. It hurts nothing. Discourse continues as it sees fit.
Now, if you ask me “Do you always practice what you preach?” The answer is “Hell no.” I have called out a Grammar Cop or two.
Pastis is to “Political Correctness” as Mel Brooks is to Hitler. I.E. Make it such a target of ridicule and humor that NO ONE can take it seriously, and want to follow it ever again.
The problem is that in this PC world we live in, “It ain’t over ‘til the plus-sized individual, currently identifying as a female, sings” just doesn’t roll off the tongu.
Actually, I was always under the assumption that the “fat lady” reference was made about Kate Smith, who usually closed her performances with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America”.
Reminds me of an old TV show, “The Practice” in the late nineties (turned into “Boston Legal” later on). Lawyers had to represent a hugely fat chick who went to a carnival and a dunk-tank-clown called her fat while trying to draw in contestants. Waahhhhh…..
I find it interesting that most comedians, comic artists and humorists in general are usually unfailingly liberal except when it comes to their own comedic freedom of expression; I.e. Bill Maher, Jerry Seinfeld etc.; then it becomes an outrage about outrage.
I get what Pastis is trying to say, but I’m just not buying the notion that today’s PC climate is SOOO oppressive. Yes, it CAN go too far from time to time, but you might wanna talk to some veterans of the ’60s Civil Rights movement, or perhaps survivors of the Marxist-Communist era in Eastern Europe, to discover what REAL oppression looks like.
I find it interesting that most comedians, comic artists and humorists in general are usually unfailingly liberal except when it comes to their own comedic freedom of expression; I.e. Bill Maher, Jerry Seinfeld etc.; then it becomes an outrage about outrage.
Um, Patsis you have offended me with your Anti-lunacy rant against my right to silence you through intimidation, boycott, yelling loudly in your face, flash mobbing, getting you fired, or using the tools of government to destroy you.
I will be organizing a social justice crusade to end your so called “comic” for your attack on me and my black masked, trash can throwing mob. This is no longer art..so say we all (well, 50% +1 of us)!!!
I am really offended…THAT is the standard to which you MUST submit …you will face the consequences!
So, Stephen Pastis, you’re making fun of the word police. You’re making fun of people trying to teach us not to be so freaking insensitive? Sigh. Oops, your white privilege is showing, careful, right there. Come on, aren’t you better than this?
I notice nobody has pointed out to the media that their use of “witchhunt” is offensive or that Hollywood is still making bucks/movies potraying witches/pagans as evil ……..
In the late 1970’s, it was a motto of the Washington (then-) Bullets basketball team, who stayed in the games to pull out their one championship season in ‘78. Heck, I used to have a T-shirt!However, the roots of the expression seem to go back even further!This discussion ain’t over ’til…https://www.sbnation.com/2010/3/9/1085904/today-in-sports-history-march-10th
BE THIS GUY almost 6 years ago
Goat should have said it isn’t over until the plus size lady sings.
whataboytjiex2 almost 6 years ago
Pig, in your case I do believe the fat lady has sung!
Robin Harwood almost 6 years ago
Why is it wrong to say that fat people are fat, and should be ashamed of it?
Templo S.U.D. almost 6 years ago
The word police must be doing a wonderful job when it comes to figures of speech.
Strawberry Hellcat: Gair I gall, ffon I’r anghall almost 6 years ago
How did the prosecutor miss the use of ain’t in the charges against goat? Many moons ago, English teachers raked students over the coals for using ain’t instead of isn’t!
Jesy Bertz Premium Member almost 6 years ago
According to the seal on the Judge’s bench, Goat was tried in the “Court of Public Opinion”. He should have demanded a change of venue. The “Court of Sports Cliches” would have been more appropriate and sympathetic to his case.
blunebottle almost 6 years ago
I forget- who was the fat lady, by the way?
Johnny Q Premium Member almost 6 years ago
The Word Police are a pretty easy satirical target…
Liverlips McCracken Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Sure we have them. And we always will. They have their place. Just like Thought Police (along the lines of “You were thinking about having another drink.”) and Grammar Police. It hurts nothing. Discourse continues as it sees fit.
Now, if you ask me “Do you always practice what you preach?” The answer is “Hell no.” I have called out a Grammar Cop or two.
x_Tech almost 6 years ago
They may be losing but are they down for real?
DonPoole almost 6 years ago
I think “ain’t” is still “out.” Unfortunately “snuck” is still hanging around to turn my stomach.
socalvillaguy Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Stephan, you only need to worry about the cliché police…
mr_sherman Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Pastis is into punography.
Breadboard almost 6 years ago
Someday the only things you may say to each other will be “Hello” and “Goodbye”…….
WoodstockJack almost 6 years ago
Double-plus ungood bellyfeel. Stet rerite 10/2.
Brass Orchid Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Making the world a better place, one authoritarian executive over-reach at a time.
Jimmy90403 almost 6 years ago
Yogi also reminded us that when you come to a fork in the road, take it.
Cameron1988 Premium Member almost 6 years ago
That’s beyond ridiculous
F-Flash almost 6 years ago
Mama Cass ?
old crony almost 6 years ago
Humor approved by the word police ain’t funny no more.
tom.amitai almost 6 years ago
So disappointed to see you perpetuating this tired right-wing trope.
Masterskrain almost 6 years ago
Pastis is to “Political Correctness” as Mel Brooks is to Hitler. I.E. Make it such a target of ridicule and humor that NO ONE can take it seriously, and want to follow it ever again.
ralphkramden almost 6 years ago
This would be funny if it wasn’t true……
fjames01 almost 6 years ago
I love the court insignia. Should add “Court of Social Media” too. (Yes, it may be a tad redundant)
dave stoops almost 6 years ago
sheila jackson lee
diverleo almost 6 years ago
Well done Mr. Pastis.
johnmartin1671 almost 6 years ago
The problem is that in this PC world we live in, “It ain’t over ‘til the plus-sized individual, currently identifying as a female, sings” just doesn’t roll off the tongu.
rjgray9 almost 6 years ago
All is well that Orwells
the lost wizard almost 6 years ago
The prosecution seems to be off base (no pun intended). I think the reference is to a Wagnerian opera and I don’t believe he was Italian.
Ermine Notyours almost 6 years ago
It’s especially harsh to try Goat in prison clothes in front of a jury.
YouBetchaAy almost 6 years ago
Honestly, this is how society is in 2018.
dr_suess almost 6 years ago
That loud noise at the end Triggered me! Back to comic jail for you, bub! ;-)
wingalls almost 6 years ago
He’s lucky the Grammar Police didn’t catch him first. Using “ain’t” is a hanging offense.
wellis1947 Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Actually, I was always under the assumption that the “fat lady” reference was made about Kate Smith, who usually closed her performances with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America”.
khcm1157 almost 6 years ago
The Word Police forgot to correct the bad grammar, not likely.
Asharah almost 6 years ago
How about, “It ain’t over until the lead diva sings.”
tripwire45 almost 6 years ago
Absolutely spot on. Well done, Stephen.
B UTTONS almost 6 years ago
Pig’s “Down” – discrimination against
people with depression;people with down’s syndromegeese and / or ducks
gorbasche2 almost 6 years ago
Reminds me of an old TV show, “The Practice” in the late nineties (turned into “Boston Legal” later on). Lawyers had to represent a hugely fat chick who went to a carnival and a dunk-tank-clown called her fat while trying to draw in contestants. Waahhhhh…..
Leojim almost 6 years ago
I wish there wasn’t so much truth in this comic.
gbars70 almost 6 years ago
I find it interesting that most comedians, comic artists and humorists in general are usually unfailingly liberal except when it comes to their own comedic freedom of expression; I.e. Bill Maher, Jerry Seinfeld etc.; then it becomes an outrage about outrage.
RandyPrice almost 6 years ago
Punctuation Police!: the apostrophe before “Til” is upside down.
marilynnbyerly almost 6 years ago
This was a job for the cliche police, NOT the word police. Sheesh.
krunchykitty almost 6 years ago
Punctuation police disapproves: the apostrophe in ’til is facing the wrong way.
JoeMartinFan Premium Member almost 6 years ago
I get what Pastis is trying to say, but I’m just not buying the notion that today’s PC climate is SOOO oppressive. Yes, it CAN go too far from time to time, but you might wanna talk to some veterans of the ’60s Civil Rights movement, or perhaps survivors of the Marxist-Communist era in Eastern Europe, to discover what REAL oppression looks like.
DCBakerEsq almost 6 years ago
#BanPoliticalCorrectness
eladee AKA Wally almost 6 years ago
….and once again the Word Police have sucked all the joy and humor out of everything!!!
BeniHanna6 Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Love it, thanks for the belly laugh, Mr. Pastis.
Sailor46 USN 65-95 almost 6 years ago
That offends you? It’s funny to me. That must be why I’m happier than you.
gbars70 almost 6 years ago
I find it interesting that most comedians, comic artists and humorists in general are usually unfailingly liberal except when it comes to their own comedic freedom of expression; I.e. Bill Maher, Jerry Seinfeld etc.; then it becomes an outrage about outrage.
mail2jbl almost 6 years ago
Well done, Cartoon Boy – well done.
Brain Pudding almost 6 years ago
Um, Patsis you have offended me with your Anti-lunacy rant against my right to silence you through intimidation, boycott, yelling loudly in your face, flash mobbing, getting you fired, or using the tools of government to destroy you.
I will be organizing a social justice crusade to end your so called “comic” for your attack on me and my black masked, trash can throwing mob. This is no longer art..so say we all (well, 50% +1 of us)!!!
I am really offended…THAT is the standard to which you MUST submit …you will face the consequences!
WCraft Premium Member almost 6 years ago
Approved by the SJW – after they settled down.
floperson almost 6 years ago
So, Stephen Pastis, you’re making fun of the word police. You’re making fun of people trying to teach us not to be so freaking insensitive? Sigh. Oops, your white privilege is showing, careful, right there. Come on, aren’t you better than this?
tonicee9 almost 6 years ago
Long way to go for not funny.
phlash almost 6 years ago
First time I ever heard it was an episode of Dukes of Hazzard and it was “Church ain’t over ’til the fat lady sings”
Sisyphos almost 6 years ago
You probably think it’s funny, now. But wait until the Word Police come for you!
Poor Goat. Is he allowed to have visitors in Re-Education Camp?
cats_in_bowties almost 6 years ago
Oh hey, look, another gross misrepresentation at how things actually work. eyeroll
SFpagan almost 6 years ago
I notice nobody has pointed out to the media that their use of “witchhunt” is offensive or that Hollywood is still making bucks/movies potraying witches/pagans as evil ……..
Scott S almost 6 years ago
“It ain’t over ‘til it’s over.” – Yogi Berra
su43dipta almost 6 years ago
Now the international clowns and funny people organization is out to get you for publishing writing an unfunny comic!
ekw555 almost 6 years ago
I guess the PC word police beat the grammar Nazis to the scene of the crime(s).
OldDadTheBoss almost 6 years ago
Pretty sure it was Ethel Merman.
ADNERB Premium Member almost 6 years ago
The Word Police takes the fun out of everything!!!
spikelovesmusic almost 6 years ago
In the late 1970’s, it was a motto of the Washington (then-) Bullets basketball team, who stayed in the games to pull out their one championship season in ‘78. Heck, I used to have a T-shirt!However, the roots of the expression seem to go back even further!This discussion ain’t over ’til…https://www.sbnation.com/2010/3/9/1085904/today-in-sports-history-march-10th
ebrooks almost 6 years ago
Do women WANT to be called commoners?
PBS1! over 4 years ago
Hahahaha!
dfrost1 almost 4 years ago
XD It’s so true, all of the democrats see racism and hate in everything.
Chloe.Isaiah5410 over 2 years ago
1984 reference here