Where did this story come from? All of the clowns on social media are suddenly pointing to a story about the shortage of clowns. As far as I can tell, the word “shortage” was just one author’s take that seemed to sparked interest in all of the stories that followed. The one fact that I believe is true is that membership with Clowns of America, International (COAI) and World Clowns Association (WCA) are both down from previous years.
I have met many clowns who for one reason or another are NOT members of the national clown organization. They don’t see the value of being a member. To be honest, the two primary benefits are a magazine and the ability to compete if you attend their convention. I for one, have missed more of their conventions than I have attended.
But, here are some of the news reports that have popped up related to the story.
Clown shortage looms as fewer people enter field from ABC 23
SNN: National clown shortage
America Suffering from Clown Shortage by Fox and Friends
Chris Clips – Coulrophobia
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