The Onion Shares Story of Near Consequences

I had to laugh this morning when I saw this over at The Onion. I enjoy some satire, and the story of a wealthy teenager who “nearly experiences consequence” for some reckless actions made me laugh.

I’m fairly certain the story is a jab at the bailout, actions of wealthy investment banks and the quick moves the government is making to “save” the wayward financial institutions from what has happened. Here is an excerpt from the story on The Onion:

“If he had been driving just 5 mph faster, or if his parents hadn’t had the influence to keep the matter out of court and the endless financial resources to lease a car of the exact same make and model to prevent him from having to face even the relatively trivial humiliation of being taunted by his peers for driving a slightly less expensive vehicle—my God, who knows what could have happened?” Taylor added. “He could have died or, worse, been held accountable for his actions.” …

“Charles is very lucky to be alive and well-off,” Lamb told reporters. “The fact that he was able to walk away from this crash with no injuries, zero remorse, and his skewed priorities in one piece is a miracle.” …

“To think that I was that close to seeing that there is an entire society with its own laws and standards outside my protected sphere of wealth and privilege—it’s frightening,” Wentworth said. “It almost makes you consider your actions and their impact on others. Almost.”

I’d encourage you to head over to The Onion and read the full story. It’s good for a laugh.