The simplest explanation is that it doesn't make sense.

The explanation requiring the fewest assumptions is most likely to be correct.

The simplest and most psychologically satisfying explanation of any observed phenomenon is that it happened that way because someone wanted it to happen that way.

Feminism... I think the simplest explanation, and one that captures the idea, is a song that Marlo Thomas sang, 'Free to be You and Me.'

Oft has good nature been the fool's defence, And honest meaning gilded want of sense.

If Senator Lott can provide a satisfactory explanation for his statement, this entire episode should be forgotten. If he cannot, he needs to step down as the Senate majority leader.