SuperJerk 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Did we ever agree on locking this thread on Inauguration Day and starting a new one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 We should call the new one Barack Obama Circle Jerk: The first 100 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricMM 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 So let me say that as someone who lives right outside of D.C., its already fairly crazy. In fact, the crazy is almost over. All the metro stations around me, all those parking lots are completely full, and some of them are parking garages. Still full. With 10 mile backups behind them. But that was all earlier around 4, 5, 6. Back when there was some rational hope that these places wouldn't be completly full. Now? You're better off walking. Oh and its freezing out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Still amazes me the spectacle you guys put into the whole election thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Things are bound to be bigger here than in England. The country is just too damned big and everyone has to have a voice. Stupid democracy. Stupid people shouldn't get a say. That's how we ended up re-electing the idiot 4 years ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 I don't know, I sometimes think we don't really give a shit about Politics anymore. I don't know if thats because we've stopped caring or what. EDIT: So far watching this Inauguration has been like watching a really uneventful episode of 24. All the camera within camera shots, secret service everywhere... and a bad limo driver. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 I can't imagine Blair going along with Bush's bad decisions helped. People here lost a lot of interest in politics that wasn't just bashing Bush. It took dynamic personalities like Obama and Palin (and the great unifier of Bush leaving) for the turnaround to happen. In England don't you vote party and not person? It's probably harder to get excited when you aren't voting for a person as much as an ideal...although it's probably a smarter way to keep from getting duped by a good salesman. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Yeah we vote for the party and the beliefs they had. However saying that, and thinking about it, Tony Blair won it labour with his charisma, smile and party attitude. Which was the complete opposite of John Major at the time, the Conservative PM, and look where that got us... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 My boss just called me at work and made sure that I'm watching the inaguration and told me if any clients come into the store tell them that the store owner said they can wait. One of the many perks of having Bush-hating Iranians as your bosses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Sky News keep using choice words to describe Obama's travel. "President Elect Obama has arrived at the mall, where he going to be taken out (long pause) for his speech in just under an hour" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anakin Flair 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Wow, how long has Bush Sr. been walking with a cane? EDIT 1: Jimmy Carter will outlive us all. Edit 2: Got to love the guy who came to the inaguration in the red felt fedora. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 No idea, but I love the fanfare the Previous Presidents get on their arrival haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
At Home 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 I'm gonna miss it. Fuck being in class. Good thing I get to watch all the presidents being introduced! Yeah! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prophet of Mike Zagurski 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 According to Brian Williams, he's only had a cane recently. He's had back problems. Edit: Everyone loves Bill Clinton. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Was he moving Dick's furniture with him? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slayer 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 It's still weird seeing Bush Sr and Clinton as Hetero Life Partners now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CheesalaIsGood 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 I'm wondering if W. is going to get some heel heat on his way outside? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anakin Flair 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 It feels like they should start playing 'Real America' right about now... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Here he comes lets find out what reaction #43 gets... hahah booooooooooooooooo urns Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 I'm wondering if W. is going to get some heel heat on his way outside? Yes. Yes he is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anakin Flair 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 They're singing the goodbye song... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 The addition of the wheelchair has just turned Cheney all the way into a Bond arch-villain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anakin Flair 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 The addition of the wheelchair has just turned Cheney all the way into a Bond arch-villain. He needs the white cat and the cigarette in the long stemned holder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 For some reason I though the Trumpet guys were going to start playing the Theme Song from Cheers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anakin Flair 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 So it's 'H' now instead of Hussein. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anakin Flair 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 For some reason I though the Trumpet guys were going to start playing the Theme Song from Cheers. I thought they were startign to play 'We Shall Overcome'. Yeah, I know. I'm terrible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 This Preacher guy sounds like he's going to crack off some Jewish jokes like Mason. EDIT: Actually, he could be Don West's brother. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 " Actually, he could be Don West's brother" "Look what we've got here for you today. A BLACK PRESIDENT!!! GEM MINT 10!!!!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slayer 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Sound familiar, Chris? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Obi Chris Kenobi 0 Report post Posted January 20, 2009 Sound familiar, Chris? John William's arrangements always sound like its going to be either Back to the Future or Star Wars. He's so unoriginal now. Bring back Don West's Brother for more greatness! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
