According to the New York Times, "A Bush adminsitration official has leaked the results of a recent scientific study which has concluded that since the 9/11 tragedy, the earth has now become flat." The Times also states that "Some liberal scientists vehemently disagree with this conclusion."
However, according to the Times, "... a well-placed Republican congressman indicated that "Of course, this IS an election year, and we all know that usually thoughtful liberal scientists tend to take partisan stances on even the most basic changes that occurred after 9/11. They are even saying that the theory of evolution and threats of global warming still have merit after that tragic day. You know, I'm not really questioning their patriotism, it just seems to me that that they're trying to undermine our president's bid at a second term. Is it politics as usual? Yes, unfortunately, I'd have to say that that's exactly what it is.""
Sorry for the inanity - just couldn't resist a little Krugman-like redux on a slow Friday.