I’m not sure I agree with his reasoning either, but his strategy worked. He got published. And we’re discussing the poem. And we’re discussing the political implications of his name. Which, if you believe his sincerity, was the whole point. And these discussions are kind of the whole point of getting published.

Gosh, if rampant consumerism and mindless entertainment ever become “controversial” topics, Gawker Media’s advertising department will be out of options.