Today is the first time I've ever seen this bumper sticker. And I'm finding it a hard message to ignore. It's almost as profound as some imaginary bumper sticker that says "Nazis Are Dangerous To Your Health."

Either peddling or believing bullshit seems to be embedded in the human makeup. And what further proof is needed than the last eight years in which Cheney/Bush kicked up a massive storm of bullshit and a majority of people bought into it.

Bullshit (whether it's used to produce propaganda, lies, delusions, or distortions) can be harmless when used in a joking manner. Yet, as all of human history has demonstrated, it can be deadly when used by tyrants.

With all the worries over swine flu, perhaps it's bullshit we should fear the most.