Globe Boldly Endorses Sunrise

Bostonist is (in our own estimation) the sensitive type. We like flowers, looking heavenward to appreciate celestial spectacles, and the quiet appreciation of our everyday surroundings. We like nature generally, and we think there is no shame in singing the praises of a sunrise. But damn it, the Globe has gone too far. Tuesday's editorial page featured an emotional, poetic ode to the rising sun, culminating in a gentle reminder that, notwithstanding the ravages of nature's wrath, life will go on. A lovely sentiment, to be sure, but worthy of an editorial? When Bostonist turns to the editorial column of the reliably slightly-left-of-center Globe, we expect moderate but sensible policy and the occasional, searing indictment that falls just short of saying "George Bush is an asshole." But a reflection on sunrises, no matter how lyrical, just doesn't pack enough editorial bang for the buck. There was a time when endorsing heliocentrism would have been controversial, but that time has passed. What's next? A pro-puppies editorial? A scathing attack on the lack of hugs in public discourse? Come on, Globe!

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