Since I Feel Comfortable Speaking Freely at This University, Here Are a Few Unpopular Opinions About Mad Men

By Daniel Ruttenberg

Nov. 12, 2016

UChicago is known worldwide as a paragon of free expression. I can’t imagine myself being as comfortable with speaking my mind about Mad Men anywhere other than here.

1. Joan was nowhere near as cool as Peggy.

Yeah, I get it.. Joan was the sexy one, and she had her red hair and stuff,. bBut Peggy had so much bigger dreams and aspirations., and Hher character arc was much grander over the series. Thanks UChicago, for giving me the charisma to make this opinion known!

2. “The Suitcase” was a really good episode, but “Shut the Door, Have a Seat” was WAAAY better.

I wasn’t always comfortable admitting this. I remember being in SOSC class, feeling a need to censor myself on this, when Professor Kelly told me that I should feel free to speak my mind here, and that no one would attack me for my beliefs. That’s when I realized I shouldn’t hide it; Don Draper’s much more interesting when he is on his game and creating something new than when he is sad. I mean, he’s a two dimensional character, so both are important, but it’s much more enjoyable when I’m watching him taking chargeon his game and doing stuff, you feel?

3. Mike was sort of a gimmick.

I know this is a “Breaking Bad” opinion, but I can say anything! Screw what you think.

4. Don probably didn’t write the Coke Ad.

You don’t like it? Fine, you can argue against it. But do not hide yourself from my opinions just because they make you uncomfortable.

5. I wish there were more episodes with that preacher character.

He was a good character. Get out of your “safe” space and hear me out.

6. Peggy probably shouldn’t have gotten that abortion.

I don’t care what you think! Peggy’s abortion was a really crappy thing to do. And I believe it.

7. Don Draper actually was his real name.

This is actually more of a theory than an opinion. But it is pretty interesting. If you aren’t scared, check out my blog: [email protected]

8. Dean Ellison is the Pete of UChicago.

Y’know!Betty is so annoying