1. I don't like Michael Moore. I don't find him interesting, intelligent, or thought-provoking. I essentially think that he's in the same league as far-right conservatives when it comes to his willingness to discuss anything, even though politically speaking, we're on the same team. That said, I dislike Disney even more than Michael Moore.

2. Boys, Stalin, Pessimism, and Sheila Fitzpatrick, who is, incidentally, awesome.

3. Your daily reminder that the world is not a nice place.

-Zh.