Quote by Christopher Hitchens

When the New York Times scratches its head, get ready for total baldness as you tear out your hair.

When the New York Times scratches its head, get ready for to

Summary

This quote implies that when even reputable and well-informed sources like the New York Times struggle to understand or make sense of a situation, you should anticipate extreme frustration or confusion. The metaphor of "total baldness" suggests that the situation may be so perplexing that it can lead to a strong reaction of pulling one's hair out. Essentially, this quote underscores the notion that if a reliable source is baffled, it signals a particularly complex or perplexing subject matter.

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By Christopher Hitchens

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