Subdeacon Joe Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 From the WSJ Prank and File: These Military Reports Are Out of Line Satirical Website's Fake News Dupes Readers; By DION NISSENBAUM NEW YORK—When SenateRepublican leader Mitch McConnell's office got word that the Pentagonwas offering veterans' benefits to prisoners at Guantanamo Bay, stafferssprang into action. The influential Kentucky lawmaker's aides fired off a letter to the Pentagon, demanding answers. The senator got one, but probably not the response he was expecting. The Defense Department doesn't offer military benefits to dangerousdetainees. Mr. McConnell's staff had been duped by the Duffel Blog, ayear-old satirical website that is gaining a reputation as the militaryversion of The Onion. Mr. McConnell and his staff aren't the only ones to be snookered. Over the past year, the Duffel Blog has hoodwinked radio talk-show hosts, politicians and reporters across the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 HE-HE LG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Gatlin, SASS 10274L Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 Trust but verify..?? GG ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted April 22, 2013 Author Share Posted April 22, 2013 Personally, I really like good satire, especially when it weaves truth in with the spoof. Makes you question and dig a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted April 22, 2013 Share Posted April 22, 2013 Personally, I really like good satire, especially when it weaves truth in with the spoof. Makes you question and dig a bit. I particularly love satire when some folks don't understand it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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