The Patriot Post® · Tuesday Short Cuts

Insight: “Let us not seek the Republican answer or the Democratic answer, but the right answer. Let us not seek to fix the blame for the past. Let us accept our own responsibility for the future.” —John F. Kennedy (1917-1963)

Alpha Jackass: “We have almost 7.3 billion people breathing and burning an atmosphere, which is, in the planetary scheme of things, quite shallow. We all share the same air. That’s why our climate is changing. Denying it is in no one’s best interest. If you know any climate deniers, I’m sorry. But, try asking them this question: ‘Do you believe that it’s a conspiracy of health professional that is duping the world into believing that cigarette smoking causes cancer?’ The scientific consensus on climate change is at least as strong as the consensus on smoking. Climate change is a real deal. So, hey deniers — cut it out, and let’s get to work.” —Bill Nye to Rutgers University graduates

Class warfare: “Look, the deck is still stacked in favor of those at the top. We know that, and so we have to be especially focused on how we’re going to bring about the changes that will ignite opportunity for everybody willing to work hard for it.” —Hillary Clinton

Non Compos Mentis: “Members deserve to be paid, staff deserves to be paid and the cost of living [in DC] is causing serious problems for people who are not wealthy to serve in this institution. … We aren’t being paid properly.” —Rep. Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) complaining about his roughly $174,000/year salary

Late-night humor: “Former New York Governor George Pataki may enter the race for president. It’s not definite, but he tweeted that he’ll announce his 2016 plans on May 28 in New Hampshire. Well, what’s he gonna do, go to New Hampshire to say he’s NOT running? That’s like getting down on one knee and saying, ‘I think it’s time to see other people.’” —Jimmy Fallon