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October 30, 2008

Bay State Bombast - 22

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Politics / Humor- It's not over until the stuffed lady is elected president of her cell block
Dianne Wilkerson may have been busted, but she's also a bust size away from being re-elected. With her base energized to vote for Barack Obama, all she needs is a catchy phrase or two to whip up her troops. Consider the following:

  • Let her who is without sin stuff the first bra.

  • Today is the first day of the arrest of your life.

  • Woman does not live by silicone implants alone.

  • We have nothing to fear but fear, and a man with a camera and microphone posing as a developer.

  • No one asks how many years Dolly Parton has been taking payoffs.

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October 29, 2008

Political Shorts - 65

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Politics / Humor - John McCain, I don't need no stinkin' McCain!
John McCain's presidential hopes may be sinking into the sunset. Perhaps it's time to contemplate a Sarah Palin presidential campaign in 2012. Here's just a little of what we can expect.

  • I'm pleased to introduce my running mate, Joe the Plumber.

  • Even people who believe global warming exists have to admit Alaska grows a great pineapple.

  • Our daughter Bristol has chosen to keep her seventh child and will marry the Anchorage branch of Hell's Angels.

  • I will not have unconditional talks with the governor of any Blue State.

  • What do we really know about President Obama?

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October 28, 2008

Bay State Bombast - 21

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Politics / Humor - How do you stuff a wild state senator?

Playtex announced that Dianne Wilkerson will be endorsing its new "Cross Your Heart with Cash Bra." The garment has been designed to lift and separate bribes, kickbacks, slush funds, and any other piece of the action.

Wilkerson says she will make a public statement, but only after finishing filming her final installment of "Cops: The Diane Wilkerson Story."

Wilkerson will also receive this year's Marion Barry Lifetime Achievement Award in honor of her dedication to staying one step ahead of the law -- almost.

If you would like to contribute to the Dianne Wilkerson Defense Fund, please stuff any undergarment with cash and send it to her immediately.

ben.alper@onlineoffbeat.com

October 26, 2008

Political Shorts - 64

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Politics / Humor - It ain’t over till the bloggers get carpal tunnel syndrome
If you think Barack Obama has this election wrapped up, think again. There are countless ways he could lose. Here are just a few.

  • Joe Biden accepts a free sports coat from the Men’s Warehouse.

  • John McCain retains the same economic position for more than 18 hours.

  • Todd Palin accidentally runs over Osama bin Laden with his snow machine.

  • During Obama’s 30-minute campaign television special, Bea Arthur reminisces about the night she and Bill Ayers shared a sleeping bag at Woodstock.

  • Michelle Obama announces that if her husband wins the election Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad will no longer be one of her Facebook friends.

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October 23, 2008

Political Shorts - 63

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Politics / Humor

Edward Pinkney, a 60-year-old minister in Michigan, is running for Congress from prison where he is serving time for election fraud and other charges. His campaign slogan is: "This really isn’t as bad as it looks.”

Pinkney's supporters have been urged to attend next week's rally / breakout.

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October 22, 2008

Political Shorts - 62

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Politics / Humor

The Republican National Committee has spent over $150,000 to clothe and accessorize Sarah Palin This coincides with the announcement of her proposed economic stimulus package: Shop till you drop.

Palin’s biggest expense? Designer glasses that give her mind a narrower look.

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Bay State Bombast - 20

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Former state treasurer Robert Crane, who brought the lottery to the Commonwealth, was honored by Boston College. A small park was named after Crane, after which people took turns scratching him in hopes of winning the Daily Double.

Massachusetts Budget Saver Suggestion of the Day: The “Dr. Pepper Freedom Trail”

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October 21, 2008

Political Shorts - 61

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Politics / Humor - Tinklenberg Tinklenberg Rising Star

What kind of election year has this been? It's been the kind of year where a Democratic congressional candidate named Elwyn Tinklenberg has a shot at beating a conservative incumbent in America's heartland.

Campaign donations have been flooding in to former Blaine, Minnesota Mayor Tinklenberg since his opponent, Republican Rep. Michelle Bachmann's McCarthy-esque interview with Chris Mathews on “Hardball.”

Forget about the magnitude of electing a black man named Barack Hussein Obama as president. Electing anybody named Elwyn Tinklenberg to anything is a far greater achievement. An Elwyn Tinklenberg for Student Council Secretary poster could not stay taped to a high school corridor wall for 15 seconds.

Tinklenberg actually has a chance of being elected to the United States Congress where he will be able to stand, like may of his predecessors, and proudly proclaim: “I was not influenced by the millions of dollars I accepted from the Chinese Lead Toy industry. How dare anyone besmirch the good Tinklenberg name!”

Maybe the country isn't ready for a President Elwyn Tinklenberg, but nerdy kids all over America now have a role model they can look up to -- while enduring their tenth wedgie of the day.

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October 20, 2008

Political Shorts - 60

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Politics / Humor - If you have to ask “how much,” you can’t afford to get elected
Barack Obama raised $150 million in September. How will he spend it? Here are a few suggestions.

  • The 2009 Lexus “Change We Can believe In” limited edition
  • A solid gold, diamond-encrusted thank you note for Colin Powel
  • Free HBO for every voter
  • One hundred million “God Damn, America’s a Great Place!” bumper stickers
  • New hair plugs for Joe Biden

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October 19, 2008

Bay State Bombast 19

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Politics / Humor - Budget cutbacks fall on RMV
Due to a $2 million budget reduction, the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles will cut branch hours. But shorter hours won’t be the only noticeable changes in customer service.

  • The eye test will now consist of answering the following question: How many middle fingers am I holding up?
  • Road tests will now include driving RMV employees to Dunkin Donuts.
  • Customer lines will be automatically closed when they reach the New Hampshire border.
  • Bring your own license photo. However, naked pictures will not be allowed for people more than 25 pounds overweight.
  • Registrar Rachel Kaprielian will listen to all complaints -- but only from an underground bunker in an undisclosed location.

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Political Shorts - 59

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Politics / Humor - The pros and antis of being an America
According to Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann (see video below), the media should investigate liberal members of Congress to “find out if they are pro-America or anti-America.”

This raises an important question: If you are liberal, how do you know if you are pro-America or anti-America. Answering the following questions may help you find an answer.

  • Does your food co-op stock organic explosives?
  • Have you ever asked a candidate running for office if he or she is an Arab?
  • Was Louis Farrakhan the best man at your wedding?
  • Do you wear your American flag pin in the shower?
  • Did you hold your first Tupperware party at William Ayers’ house?
  • Do you think the most important qualification for being vice president is knowing how to skin a moose?
  • Have you never forgiven Emma Goldman for not recycling?
  • Do you fear Mr. Peanut’s vote will be stolen by Mr. Acorn?
  • Do you detest Joe “The Plumber” Wurzelbacher because he’s a stupid lug who isn’t even licensed to snake a toilet?
  • Do you love Joe “The Plumber” Wurzelbacher because he’s a stupid lug who isn’t even licensed to snake a toilet?

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October 05, 2008

Bay State Bombast – 18

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Politics / Humor - State Senator Dianne Wilkerson, who lost to Sonia Chang-Diaz in the primary, may face disbarment proceedings for lying during her nephew’s murder trial. She is also being asked to pay for a new bible after the one she was swearing on exploded.

Senator Wilkerson still intends to run for re-election as a write-in candidate. Despite her primary loss and ongoing legal problems, only two politicians -- Gov. Deval Patrick and State Senate President Therese Murray -- are supporting Chang-Diaz in the General Election. Said a non-committed Boston Mayor Menino: “I have no intention of pissing off the African American community -- and I can say that with absolute conviction because no one can understand what I’m saying.”

Police union members protesting new rules allowing some roadway projects to go on without paid police details, picketed two work sites in Everett and Revere. Revere police Captain James Guido spurred his men on by reciting his “I have a dream job” speech.

Massachusetts Treasurer Tim Cahill asked the Federal Reserve and U.S. Treasury if the state can take out a short-term federal loan if credit markets remain frozen and the state can’t pay its bills. The government answered, “No, but we can lend you some lovely Lehman Brothers paper weights.”

The Boston Herald has endorsed John McCain for president. Angry readers responded: “What about Jack Bauer?”

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Political Shorts – 58

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Politics / Humor - Top Stories
Okay, she’s not running for president. But what could we expect from a Sarah Palin presidency?

  • ”Uh oh! General Petraeus, winking at you was NOT my signal to attack Russia!”
  • ”Why would an intelligent person have to read an Intelligence Report?”
  • ”I’m a firm believer in No Child Left Behind. But we also need to focus on the right cheek.”
  • ”My fellow Joe Six packs,…”
  • ”You call yourself a Treasury Secretary? Where’s your treasure map?”

Experts believe a national push to register convicted felons to vote could help Barack Obama -- so says the head of the organization, Chain Gangs We Can Believe In.

The Supreme Court begins a new term with cases including a government crackdown on obscene words on television. The case is U.S v. Kiss my #40&?#%&, you *&^%$!

Under pressure to raise money, New York State is contemplating leasing some of its assets to private contractors. Among the items being considered would be the Verizon-Times Square Hookers.

Sarah Palin questioned John McCain’s decision to withdraw his campaign from Michigan after reading about it in the newspaper. When asked which paper, she said “All of them.”

Small Street Journal
The $700 billion Wall Street bailout bill had so much pork it was the first piece of legislation ever to smell like bacon.

Media Bites
Thursday’s vice presidential debate drew 69.9 million TV viewers, most of who thought they were watching a preliminary round of “Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?”

Inside Scoop
Joe Biden has spent 67 percent of his life sitting around a kitchen table.

Weekly Prediction
Bill O’Reilly and Barney Frank’s passionate screaming match on O’Reilly’s show will continue and eventually culminate with both being asked to leave a Provincetown bed and breakfast.

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