In response to Texas Governor Rick Perry's planned August 6 "Day of Prayer and Fasting", I have decided to create a counter-event to be held world wide, wherever you happen to be, and inclusive of everyone who wants to show their extreme disapproval of Rick Perry and everything he claims to support and stand for.

He wants a day of prayer and fasting...I'm saying lets do the... [read more]

In response to Texas Governor Rick Perry's planned August 6 "Day of Prayer and Fasting", I have decided to create a counter-event to be held world wide, wherever you happen to be, and inclusive of everyone who wants to show their extreme disapproval of Rick Perry and everything he claims to support and stand for.

He wants a day of prayer and fasting...I'm saying lets do the exact opposite of this. Debauchery and Gluttony. Not just gluttony...hell, let's commit all of the seven deadly sins (though I strongly recommend you avoid wrath, as I think the world should generally be a happier place).

Organize events. Overeat, have sex with whomever you want to, be envious of your neighbors, be boastful, commit sodomy...I don't care. All we have to do is show that Rick Perry doesn't speak for us. Invite your friends.

***** DISCLAIMER (Added 25 July) *****

Several people have felt it is necessary to show that they have the love of Christ in their hearts by sending me notes being overly hateful, threatening, judgmental, and just generally obnoxious. Ergo, it has been determined that there should be a brief statement for those that lack awareness of irony, appreciation for personal freedom, and tolerance of those who believe differently than they do.

First of all, I, Jacob Rowe (as well as anyone else unnamed who has supported or otherwise been associated with this event) do not support the murder of, or violence towards, ANYBODY. Whereas the concept of sin is laughable to many of us, there are still laws and we do have to obey them. Don't kill anybody; if given sufficient opportunity, Governor Perry will probably kill them for you anyways, so you can be slothful and still get the job done.

Second, freedom of speech. Isn't a beautiful thing? Before you send me any more notes bitching about how you're offended by the idea of this event, I would strongly encourage you to not only read, but attempt to understand the constitution of the United States. Not just for my sake, but for yours. You really ought to be informed. Ignorance may be bliss for you, but it isn't blissful for those of us who have to deal with your ignorant ass.

Anyways, I think I covered the most important things as far as a disclaimer goes. If not, I'll add more later. Have fun, everyone, and thank you so much for your support.

Oh, and just to ram this message home: INVITE YOUR FRIENDS! Some dude has created a copy-cat event so we really need as many people as possible to get the word out so we can keep the dream alive. We're the original Day of Debauchery and Gluttony...people may steal the idea and the name, but nobody can steal our desire to live and enjoy life on our terms. Thanks again.

And a brief footnote: I would sincerely like to acknowledge everyone's comments; however, due to the large volume of them coming in I cannot keep up. That said, I do try to read them all and acknowledge and/or comment when possible. Thank you for your support (and to the intelligent dissenting viewpoints, thank you for that. For the less than stellar points of dissent, not so much of a thank you. I still enjoy a good laugh, however, so I guess I thank you for that.)