On a different subject - same perpetrator

Usually the Chicago Sun-Times Quick Takes is funny. It's major talent lies in pointing out absurdity in its many forms. This is absurdity, but it's not a bit funny.

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News Item: Bush administration pushes budget cuts for federal mine safety enforcement.

News Item: Bush administration eases coal mine safety rules.

News Item: White House spokesman says mine safety is "a priority" for the Bush administration.

A priority. Well. Of a certain kind