June 27, 2000

8:55 AM

A true American tale: follow the rise and fall and rise and fall of David Stanley, the con artist with Christ-like charisma who dodged a prison sentence, dyed his hair, and began the multi-million dollar startup Pixelon without a driver's license, a social security card, or a shred of technology to sell. The people he has screwed over still love him for his kindess and genius. In Stanley's own words, "God has blessed me with a unique ability to defy reality". Why are people and corporations willing to invest millions of dollars into ideas without proof? And why do I admire this liar?
posted by sixfoot6 (1 comment total)

We admire him for the same reason we love Fucked Company: Because we love seeing "I deserve to retire before age 30" dotcom snots losing their shirts.
posted by aaron at 9:57 AM on June 27, 2000