I'm not making this up. I couldn't POSSIBLY make this shit up.
Tampons Confiscated, Guns Still Allowed At Texas Capitol Ahead Of Abortion Vote: [Up until a little while ago, anyway...] "State troopers are confiscating tampons, maxi pads and other potential projectiles from those who are entering the Texas capitol to watch the debate and vote on a controversial anti-abortion bill. Guns, however, which are typically permitted in the state capitol, are still being allowed."
In perhaps one of the most unintentionally ironic things said by a politician this week, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst said yesterday, "We're going to have strict enforcement. If there are any demonstrations, we are going to clear the gallery. I hope we don't get to that point but if we do, we do. This is a democracy and we will not be interrupted from doing the people's work by an unruly mob."
In perhaps one of the most unintentionally ironic things said by a politician this week, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst said yesterday, "We're going to have strict enforcement. If there are any demonstrations, we are going to clear the gallery. I hope we don't get to that point but if we do, we do. This is a democracy and we will not be interrupted from doing the people's work by an unruly mob."