Halloween

Once again we are entering the heart of Halloween season, which is a time of innocent carefree fun, as well as a time when we run an increasing risk of being killed by giant decorative yard skeletons (more on this later).But mainly Halloween is about fun. And nothing says “fun” like a clever and topical Halloween costume based on current events that are threatening the world economy. I came up with an idea for just such a costume, which I have illustrated below using ChatGPT and a photograph of my friend Alan Zweibel, who did not give me permission. See if you can guess what Alan is dressed as here:You guessed it: Alan is the Strait of Hormuz. There’s an oil tanker trying to pass through him! But it’s not clear whether he’s open or closed!If any executives of the Spirit Halloween Store happen to be reading this Substack and would like to send me a fat check in exchange for this idea, don’t let me stop you. Here’s what could be yours:If that costume seems too “highbrow,” I have another…