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Around the Tubes

It’s the day after Thanksgiving and I’m still in a food coma.  Hopefully everyone had a wonderful time and others are enjoying some Black Friday action today.  While you wait in long lines (or to find a parking spot), here’s the news you might have missed.

Around the Blogs:

Wellington Scoop – Wellington cartoonist hands out free comic books starring the Prime Minister – Interesting….

The Guardian – Frank Miller and the rise of cryptofascist Hollywood – An interesting read other than the snobby and somewhat dickish take on pop culture.

The Mary Sue – Perpetuating Geek Stereotypes – TLC’s New Show, Geek Love – I’ll be watching, but wow, somewhat insulting.

LGBTQNation – Archie Comics’ gay pal Kevin Keller is getting married – Mazel tov!

Around the Tubes Reviews:

The Guantlet – Space Cadet

IGN – Comic Book Reviews for 11/24/11

By Brett

Brett is a political consultant who resides in Arlington, VA. He grew up in Cleveland, OH and Buffalo, NY and attended the University at Buffalo, majoring in Political Science.
Since then Brett has made his mark on politics working in various positions such as a Legislative Staffer for the Erie County Legislature, Special Assistant for Senator John Kerry, as the Database Administrator for Forward Together PAC, Database Director for Chris Dodd for President, and Internet/Database Director for Virginians for Brian Moran, and Email Deliverability Czar for Salsa Labs and NGP VAN.
In 2007 Brett formed 5B Consulting providing his expertise on database solutions, new media and email strategy.
He's a long time geek, reading comics since he was a child and learning to spell his name on an Atari 800. When he's not working, he's reading comics, playing video games and relaxing with a nice cup of tea.
You can follow him on Twitter @bhschenker