Rustward
Thinks s/he gets paid by the post
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For years I have-only somewhat jokingly-advocated for the creation of something I call the Dipshit fine. This would be in the form of a citizens arrest ticket. Citizens would be able to issue a $20 fine when they witness another behaving in such a way that a reasonable person would conclude they were a dipshit.
15 items in the 10 item lane? Here is your dipshit fine, Sir!
Cutting someone off in traffic? Pull on over for your Dipshit fine.
Not cleaning up after your dog? Get out your wallet, that's a dipshit fine.
Think of the possibilities of harnessing the unlimited power of the dipshit to fill public coffers (in addition to the public offices they already fill!) This revolutionary idea could eclipse compound interest as the most powerful force in the universe. From what I have seen I believe we would clean up the national debt in less than 6 months.
I do realize that implementation may be a bit sticky, as one could be a jerk about giving out the tickets; thus becoming a dipshit themself.
PS-Wondering what a dipshit is, and if you might be one? Go here to find out: Are you a dipshit? You might be. Take this quiz to find out.
A quarter century ago I knew a guy who had some business cards printed up with text similar to this:
Thanks!
For parking so close.
Next time leave a can opener so I can get in my car.
A$$holes like you should take the bus.
He gave me a couple of dozen and they're still around here somewhere.