what some are passing over is, while its a form of speech in parts of America, it along with the general tone of his article, are all parts of the humor wrapped

what some are passing over is, while its a form of speech in parts of America, it along with the general tone of his article, are all parts of the humor wrapped around a very serious subject. I take it as redneck humor, as in famous last words of "Hey ya'll, watch this"