This entry was published at least two years ago (originally posted on June 17, 2002). Since that time the information may have become outdated or my beliefs may have changed (in general, assume a more open and liberal current viewpoint). A fuller disclaimer is available.
While my TV situation doesn’t allow me to catch any of the games (even if I watched TV, reception here at my apartment is pretty horrible), I’ve been trying to keep an eye out for articles on the World Cup, and woke up this morning to a nice surprise — the US beat Mexico 2-0, and are advancing to the quarter-finals! Quite the upstart from what’s traditionally been one of the minor players in World Cup soccer. Go USA!