The final (fish) wrap, courtesy The Times

And the Seattle Times had to get in one more petulant dig at Darcy Burner in a re-cap of their execrable endorsements (the word "fish" is added, obviously.)

The final (fish) wrap

Our 8th District endorsement goes to Republican incumbent Dave Reichert, the former King County sheriff. This is one of the hottest congressional races in the country. Democratic opponent Darcy Burner has too thin a résumé to replace him.

Please allow me to translate that last defamatory sentence, as it really is quite illustrative of the key dynamic of this race:

In order to have a say in this country you must fit the pre-defined notions of what constitutes a leader that emanate from the media and business elite. Hairspray and a cowboy attitude are more important than the real life experiences of people like you. It's all about image, after all.

We laugh when people like you think you are important. Don't you get that?

You are not worthy, your job is not important and certainly being a good parent doesn't mean much. We know best how to protect children, at least when the kids are outside the halls of Congress.

Your family's service to this country is not of any note; people of your standing should expect to serve and have no voice. And die as needed.

We're trying to run an empire here, so please, it's been entertaining, but we know best.

So, loyal reader, be sure to not vote, your concerns pale in comparison to keeping the established order intact.