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Ogle Cranky Academics Instead

Top British scientist tells women to stop drooling over gas-guzzling males

Posted at 2:18 PM on 19 Dec 2007

Hey ladies, wondering how to help fight climate change? It's simple: just stop encouraging men who waste resources! In particular, said U.K. climate scientist David King this week, "stop admiring young men in Ferraris." King's comments were immediately pounced upon -- not by feminists, but by Ferrari owners, who protested that their vehicles spew less than four-wheel-drive vehicles. Also they are not compensating for anything, and never have been. Thanks for asking.

sources:  Wired, The Telegraph

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Thank God

Psychologists say that cars are a symbol of virility in the male mind. So all guys just naturally want a honkin big Hummer. But fellas, according to this story, you no longer have to be ashamed if all you've got is a Mini Cooper. Wear your "less is more" t-shirts with pride.

Mike Johnston
Yeah, and...


Chicks should also stop looking at tall guys as well.    Anyone over 6 feet is using more energy than is necessary.


I go for the bikers

They're more likely to be fit for the long term than the SUV drivers.

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