A Miami Herald columnist is annoyed at a group that ranked the 50 United States in order of intelligence. Florida ranked 47th.
Although the ranking are obviously dubious, columnist Dave Berry writes that: "Morgan Quitno Press declared that the Safest State -- also for six years in a row -- was North Dakota. This makes more sense. You're not going to have a lot of crime in an area with essentially the same population density as Jupiter. Even if you TRY to commit a robbery in North Dakota, the victim will be so happy to have human companionship that he or she will invite you home for traditional North Dakota cuisine (Pork 'n' Marshmallow Jell-O Casserole Surprise)."
Thanks to Laura Kranz
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