[brntsllvn]

> Like so many things in government, the WHI started out as a joke

I can't think of anything else in government - not known for humor - having started as a joke. I wonder what examples the author had in mind.

Nonetheless, good to learn about WHI.

[thedanbob]

Indeed, government is much more known for things that start out seriously but turn into a joke.

[SyzygistSix]

The CDC's Zombie Apocalypse Preparedness 101 Guide comes to mind.