So what now for America?  The news of the death of Kurt Vonnegut comes as a shock but not a surprise, but it marks the passing of the only genuine American genius.  Sadly, it doesn't look like there will ever be another.

Truth and simplicity were his tools.  Almost by accident this made him a scathing satirist.

Goes to show what can happen when you speak your mind and stick to what you believe to be true.