https://pjmedia.com/richardfernandez/2009/04/27/and-then-i-lit-a-match-to-see-if-there-was-any-gas-left/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 08:16:54 -0400<![CDATA[The Associated Press reported that an Air Force One type of aircraft was flown over New York city to update the file photograph that is used for publicity purposes. Instead of being a photo opportunity of the aircraft itself, the episode ended up taking a snapshot of the bureaucratic mind.]]>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:14:20 -0400<![CDATA[Richard Fernandez]]>https://pjmedia.com/richard-fernandez/2009/04/27/and-then-i-lit-a-match-to-see-if-there-was-any-gas-left-n188009