This Political Circus: Bush the Ringleader

Yesterday wasn’t a big news day in terms of political shockers but there plenty of little news items which should get attention in the days to come. Here they are:

Colbert’s Green Screen Challenge Winner: This video speaks for itself, but I’m sure you’ll see more of it in the future.

McCain Endorsed By Former Torturer: The former top-brass at the Hanoi Hilton endorses John McCain, thinking he’ll make or a great president. The BBC has video here, but if you just want to catch the endorsement, fast-forward to 2:48.

McCain Internet Gaffe Almost Bad As “Series of Tubes”: McCain talking head and web guru Soohoo gets nailed by web blogger over McCain’s lack of understanding about computers and the internet. Apparently, one should know how to use computers to understand their effect. May explain McCain’s weak web fundraising.

Oregon Republican Candidate Uses Pro-Obama Ad: Senator Gordon Smith of Oregon puts forth an ad in Oregon bragging about his bipartisan work with Barack Obama. Has absolutely no mention of John McCain.

Obama camp replies, making Smith somewhat of an unwanted son. Spokeman Bill Burton says,

“Barack Obama has a long record of bipartisan accomplishment and we appreciate that it is respected by his Democratic and Republican colleagues in the Senate. But in this race, Oregonians should know that Barack Obama supports Jeff Merkley for Senate. Merkley will help Obama bring about the fundamental change we need in Washington”

Apparently Smith missed missed the part where Obama spoke with Clinton in Unity, New Hampshire. I think this ad probably says a lot about the way Oregon feels about Obama.

Bush… Pulls Another Classic Bush: Still on top for the politically ridiculous however, is our old favorite W. Meeting with President Arroyo of the Philippines, he took time to mention how he personally appreciates Filipino culture.

PRESIDENT BUSH: Madam President, it is a pleasure to welcome you back to the Oval Office. We have just had a very constructive dialogue. First, I want to tell you how proud I am to be the President of a nation that — in which there’s a lot of Philippine-Americans. They love America and they love their heritage. And I reminded the President that I am reminded of the great talent of the — of our Philippine-Americans when I eat dinner at the White House. (Laughter.)
PRESIDENT ARROYO: Yes.

PRESIDENT BUSH: And the chef is a great person and a really good cook, by the way, Madam President.

PRESIDENT ARROYO: Thank you.

-Marc-