As reported by Jeff Levi.
New York City — The Convention of Contrarians adjourned permanently today over disagreement on the agenda for day two of their annual convention. “We had pretty much nailed it down, but you know…some people just can’t agree on anything,” said Maggie, a lifelong member from Columbus. “It’s the same every year – only to be expected, it’s our creed, after all.”
Robert G. who agreed we could use his last name, then changed his mind, added, “I was happy enough with the agenda, until they actually put it down in writing. Then I just couldn’t go for it. When asked what was different in the written version, he responded, “Nothing. Just couldn’t go with it.”
The Convention of Contrarians has been in existence since 1854, and has had (disagreeable) meetings continually for over 160 years.
“Nothing ever gets done,” said the Honorable T Bucketts, Chair of the Convention, “but it feels right that way.” Mister Bucketts shared a related fact that 86% of all members of Congress have been a member of the Convention at one point or the other.
Outside the hall, a small group gathered in opposition to the meeting, “On principle,” said the leader of the group, “no real reason.” He then went on, “Those people have a flag; you know what it says on it?” asked the man. “‘Disagree and Do Nothing.’ But no one is willing to carry it.” We were able to confirm the existence of the flag, but there was disagreement on whether anyone had ever carried it or not.
Asked about her feelings on their meeting ending so suddenly, Sophia G, on her way out of the hall responded, “What do YOU think? Do YOU care?” This reporter responded that he did, in fact, care, to which Ms. G responded, “Then I don’t. And don’t bother me no more neither.”
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