Latvian blondes march for good cheerBlond women in the Baltic nation of Latvia recently marched through Riga, the nation’s capitol, in an effort to raise money for charity, cheer up the nation, and instill optimism in Europe’s hardest-hit economy. The event was part of a Blonde Weekend featuring a variety of activities including a golf tournament for blondes.

Latvia is currently suffering the worst recession among all 27 of the EU member states. The nation has yet to establish a strong economic foundation after moving out from under the yoke of the Soviet Union in the 1990s.

Organizers of the event say they hope it will become an annual event. Men around the world agree.

With a weak economy but an abundant supply of comely blonde females, Latvia might do well to publicize the latter as a feature making the nation a good tourist destination for well-heeled males. Spring break in Latvia could become the next big thing.

–S. T. Karnick