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It's World Middle Finger Day

Because if Hallmark can do it, why not bitter people?

By Polly Davis Doig,  Newser Staff

Posted Aug 1, 2012 8:08 AM CDT

(Newser) – As Newser fumbled with the alarm in the dark this morning, it had a special feeling that today was not just any Wednesday, and lo and behold it is not: It is World Middle Finger Day, reports Wired, which compiles some of the best bird-flying clips available on the big screen for your viewing pleasure. (Click to enjoy them.) "The Middle Finger gesture is the most universal gesture there is to express discontent," says one of the 20-plus organizers of our new favorite holiday. "Let us celebrate this freedom: Whatever it is, big or small, on Aug. 1, give 'em the finger." For more, check out the group's Facebook page or Twitter account, or just go forth and express yourselves.

This iconic image has long been co-opted by bitter Red Sox fans to display their feelings about the Yankees. Even the tiniest of digits can get the message across.
This iconic image has long been co-opted by bitter Red Sox fans to display their feelings about the Yankees. Even the tiniest of digits can get the message across.   (Public domain)
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COMMENTS
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right2dave
Aug 2, 2012 6:36 AM CDT
Today is August 2nd?
Rational.-Anarchist
Aug 1, 2012 7:24 PM CDT
I offer this day to all the assholes in the world. And if you don't know who you are, ask anybody, and I'm sure you will soon find out. And yes, I already know I'm included!
augie2
Aug 1, 2012 4:59 PM CDT
I give my middle finger to parents that show and allow their kids to flip people off.
 

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