Put on a Happy Face

Jewish World Review
September 18, 2025

The indestructibly garrulous Garrison Keillor reminds us that as tragic as the world has become, we are still light-years ahead of our fathers and grandfathers. Keillor insists there are many reasons to be happy nowadays, including non-invasive surgery and no more pesky telephone cords. Though Gen Zs be downhearted, the 83-year-old proudly notes he has grown ancient enough to see the advance of progress.

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