Is red tape stronger than duct tape?

A ponderable with the humor in the vein of George Carlin, Steven Wright and Demetri Martin.

In response to last week’s question, “Is red tape stronger than duct tape?”, my birthday bud Jon concluded, “It is when you try to take a deDUCTion.”

My friend elaborated about red tape, writing, “Red tape is stronger by far. It cannot be cut through, and (unlike duct tape) it never ceases to be sticky. Also, unlike both duct tape and The Force, it has no light side.” My cousin Don, who sails and who consults to cities around the country, concurred, “Red tape is stronger. It can hold up anything you need to do for a long time. However, it can’t be used to fix anything. Because of red tape, a lot of our government agencies are held together with duct tape. Some of the duct tape should be wrapped around the mouths of certain politicians.”

My neighbor Al explained, “Red tape isn't stronger ...... That's why there is so much of it!” to which my dad’s beach buddy Bob added, “Yes because there is no end to it.” My friend Patrick echoed, “Most definitely, especially in government.” And my friend Royce asked, “BTW: Did you send this to the "Tea Party"?”

My cable marketing friend Megan pondered, “Unfortunately so! If only we could patent and sell it. Then it might actual provide someone some value.”

My cousin Wes concluded, “Red tape is tougher. It's government issue. You have to cut it. Duct tape can be torn. But since duct tape comes in several colors, red duct is the toughest of all.” My organizational behavior guru friend Marya added, “Did you know they make tie-dyed duct tape? It's groovy man! ;-) ”

From the other side, my cycling friend Ted wrote, “I bet the stubborn males in Washington think they can fix more things with duct tape than red tape, therefore I give a resounding "DUCT." My sailing friend Kurt, who can fix most things sailing, observed, “Based on the length of time needed to cut thru red tape, I would have to say yes. However it is not as dependable; nobody carries a roll of red tape in their tool box.”

My friend Tracey sought to clarify it all, “Red tape may be more complicated but nothing is stronger than duct tape. It is the end all and be all.”

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Hal

Thank you to my brother-in-law Jay for introducing us to minor league soccer. The Tampa Bay ‘Rowdies’ were in town; you’ve got to hear their chants and songs to complement the tailgating. It makes a good soccer game a great evening.