The Logic Eludes Me

I'm rarely mistaken for the sharpest spoon in the drawer, and I've reached an age where I wear that derision with as much dignity and grace as I can. So when I look at two competing realities attempting to coexist in the same universe I wonder what I'm supposed to do. 

Here's what I'm talking about:  

I am sort of lying about the 'wondering what to do' part. I know exactly what to do; vote the bastards out on the 3rd of November. And you should, too, but check here first to make sure you're registered to vote. And then count down the days.
-bill kenny