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## California’s Lost the Plot – Wants Bigfoot as Official State Cryptid
Aye, you read that right. While the rest of the globe tackles genuine issues, the bright sparks in California have concluded that what they truly need is to offer Bigfoot some official recognition. This isn’t a joke; it’s a bona fide Assembly Bill aiming to declare Sasquatch as the state’s official cryptid. Because, of course, that’s what’s at the top of the to-do list when yer roads are in bits, yer rent is through the roof, and half the place is ablaze most of the time.
### The Bigfoot Bill – A Real Time Sink
California Assemblyman Tom Lackey thinks this Bigfoot Bill is a fantastic notion. Allegedly, the furry chap is “deeply woven” into Californian culture. I mean, sure, he’s been the subject of blurry snaps and questionable conspiracy YouTube channels for ages, but that hardly warrants putting him in an official government paper.
The bill itself goes on to say: “The existence of Bigfoot has sparked debate and curiosity for decades.” Aye, and so has the search for a decent Greggs outside the UK, but I’m not seeing anyone working on legislation for that, am I?
### Bigfoot Tourism – Because That’s What We All Need
Proponents of the bill argue that an official Bigfoot recognition could enhance tourism. Apparently, folks will flock to California just to gaze at trees and hope to spot something that, let’s face it, isn’t actually there. It’s the same reasoning that leads people to buy NFTs—just because some bloke online says it’s valuable doesn’t make it true.
Look, if the local businesses in California want to exploit Bigfoot to sell a few more dodgy souvenirs and overhyped “Squatch Burgers,” good luck to them. But squandering taxpayer cash on this foolishness is peak government ineptitude—achieving nothing while pretending it’s a brilliant scheme.
### When AI Takes Jobs, Bigfoot Gets One?
At a moment when AI is going bonkers, taking yer nan’s job and churning out essays for lazy students, the Californian government is busy creating a position for a mythical creature. Maybe they reckon Bigfoot is keen on a LinkedIn profile? “Proficient in forest dwelling. Master of concealment. Open to media opportunities (though photos will always be fuzzy).”
The irony here is stark. AI is already replacing people in everything from customer service to creative writing (though it won’t be gunning for my job anytime soon, believe me), and while real workers fret over their jobs, some politician is likely crafting a ceremonial sash for Bigfoot.
### The Only Thing Hairier Than This Bill? The UK’s Broadband Rollout
If we’re dishing out official recognition for things that are more legend than reality, how about we get Westminster to declare “affordable housing” or “proper full fibre broadband” as the UK’s official state cryptids? Those are just as hard to find as Bigfoot, but they’d genuinely help people if they ever made an appearance.
California needs to get its act together. There are countless real problems to tackle, and naming Bigfoot as the state cryptid isn’t addressing a single one. But aye, keep on, lads—perhaps once you sort this out, you’ll have time to legislate if Nessie needs a US work visa.
Beast remains as mythical as the return on AI investment
California politicians have their priorities entirely askew, but at least they consistently find new ways to waste time creatively. If we’re granting official status to fictional beings, I propose we name “competent government” as the UK’s official lost tale. Good luck trying to find any evidence of that one.
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