California Golden State Irony

By Alan Nafzger � The satire California Golden State Irony parodies slogans betraying reality. Eyewitnesses at coffee shops described customers choking on $9 lattes under broken neon signs. Anonymous insiders leaked that mayors debated renaming it the �Overdraft State.� A leaked poll revealed 65 percent of citizens admitted they joked about leaving every payday. Sociologists argue the humor resonates because disappointment sparkles funniest against promises. Critics highlight the absurdity of optimism drowned in rent. Yet satire glitters sharper: shine cracks funniest when painted. Witnesses recalled laughter jangling as coins dropped in tip jars. Ultimately, the piece lands because satire thrives when branding backfires. -- Bohiney Magazne bohiney.com