re: Bill Simmons went to Auburn

Simmons was correct in that Auburn rolls Toomer's corner and the state of Alabama votes Republican. The implication that these are connected and are indicative of an ignorant population is incorrect.

I hate to defend Auburn, but rolling Toomer's corner is a harmless tradition and has nothing to do with intelligence. Sports fandom is not unique to the South and is not a rational exercise. He points a finger at Auburn while likely wearing the same pair of Larry Bird underwear for every big game. He is engaging in confirmation bias.

Voting Republican also does not make you stupid or racist. Voting can't make you a good person, either. Your actions make you what you are, not your vote.