A little while ago, I posted a link to a video of Ray Stevens, a performer I'd always kinda liked. As I mentioned, his most recent record was a thing called "The New Battle of New Orleans," which I haven't heard.
A couple of folks have written me in the last hour to say that they have, and that it's wingnut claptrap with a racist edge. The lyrics to the song, which are posted over here, sure lead one to that viewpoint. It's amazing that someone could be from that area and write a song about Hurricane Katrina with zero sympathy for the victims.
Very disappointing. Like I said, I'd kinda liked Ray Stevens. I think I like him a little less now.