Comment by Noelle (Guest)

Noelle (Guest) — Thu, 02 Feb 2006 13:34:16 +0000

I found this on Anderson Coopers blog (CNN), I couldn't agree more and thought you might find it amusing:

"Now, I know that there are plenty of Democrats and Republicans who really want to help with the serious work of the nation: Spurring the economy, supporting families, protecting our security. But these Super Bowl political events, such as the State of the Union address, are really about policy second, putting on a show first.

So I thought, let's go through all the moments of the speech and give out some awards, just like we do for movies.

Best Actor: Senator Bill Frist acting like he wasn't using every moment in front of the camera to campaign for his own presidency.

Worst Actress: Hillary Clinton trying to force a smile after President Bush invoked the name of her husband in a bid for Democratic applause.

Best Drama: Samuel Alito's agonizing struggle over whether or not to clap.

Best Direction: Mindless lockstep of Reds and Blues cheering or grousing on cue.

Best Walk-On: Louisiana Governor Kathleen Blanco...a not so subtle reminder that big problems remain in the Deep South.

Worst Walk-Off: Anti-war protestor Cindy Sheehan. She got herself into the chamber, but then got thrown out for revealing her antiwar t-shirt before the president even arrived. Talk about missing your cue.

Best Supporting Actress: Laura Bush. Who can argue?

Best Comedy: Dave Chappelle. No, he wasn't there, but it sure would have been funny.

Best Picture: OK, no kidding here. The family of Marine Staff Sergeant Dan Clay, who was killed in Iraq, displayed dignity, bravery and respect in a room full of political posturing. By far, their appearance was the most compelling moment of the night."

Comment by Noelle (Guest)

Noelle (Guest) — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 13:12:23 +0000

Did I ever tell you about the time Billy shook my hand at Church and I had an orgasam?

Comment by Noelle (Guest)

Noelle (Guest) — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 13:11:45 +0000

Oh come on, the S.O.T.U. speech is just political theatre. It's about as useless and pointless as campaign speeches. Everyone knows I loved me some Bill Clinton, I don't care how many interns sucked his wang, but he didn't say one thing different or memorable eight years in a row. I think you're drinking game was the perfect approach to this absurd tradition (absurd for both parties - no matter what year).

So, Uh, What?

Ken — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 07:59:16 +0000

Drunken blogging during the State of the Union Address... good times.