Going Mad Over Coal

Coal is now the Official Rock of West Virginia.

Who would've seen that coming?

But the Greenies aren't happy about it.

David Roberts of Grist.com goes into a litany of the evils of West Virginia, set off by his ire at the "official rock" pronouncement.

For instance, West Virginia has the lowest median household income in the U.S., and offers the least low-income weatherization assistance of any state, so perhaps Manchin could declare Sweltering in a Shack the official state pastime.

WV has the most casual and heavy drinkers, so it only makes sense to declare bourbon the official state beverage.

Manchin’s state comes in dead last in educational services and social assistance, but leads in citizens with disabilities, which suggests an official state motto: You’re On Your Own. And with the lowest number of college graduates of any state, and among the lowest adult literacy rates, WV definitely needs a short motto.

The state is winning the race in tooth loss and obesity, so it’s a no-brainer for Manchin to declare milkshakes the official state dessert.

Wow. This guy is really unhappy.

I hope for his sake he doesn't live in West Virginia.