And the award for truthiness goes to …

Environmental Action and DeSmog Blog both got this already, but it's too hilarious to pass up:

The American Association of Petroleum Geologists presented their annual journalism award to ... wait for it ... Michael Crichton.

Yes, this Michael Crichton.

What's a satirist to do?

Environmental Action and DeSmog Blog both got this already, but it’s too hilarious to pass up:

The American Association of Petroleum Geologists presented their annual journalism award to … wait for it … Michael Crichton.

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Yes, this Michael Crichton.

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