SuperJerk Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 Did we ever agree on locking this thread on Inauguration Day and starting a new one?
The Ghost of bps21 Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 We should call the new one Barack Obama Circle Jerk: The first 100 days.
EricMM Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 Still amazes me the spectacle you guys put into the whole election thing.
The Ghost of bps21 Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
The Ghost of bps21 Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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...
Lord of The Curry Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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"
Anakin Flair Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 No idea, but I love the fanfare the Previous Presidents get on their arrival haha
At Home Posted January 20, 2009 Author Report 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!
Prophet of Mike Zagurski Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
The Ghost of bps21 Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 Was he moving Dick's furniture with him?
Slayer Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 It's still weird seeing Bush Sr and Clinton as Hetero Life Partners now
CheesalaIsGood Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 I'm wondering if W. is going to get some heel heat on his way outside?
Anakin Flair Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 It feels like they should start playing 'Real America' right about now...
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 Here he comes lets find out what reaction #43 gets... hahah booooooooooooooooo urns
The Ghost of bps21 Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 I'm wondering if W. is going to get some heel heat on his way outside? Yes. Yes he is.
Anakin Flair Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 They're singing the goodbye song...
The Ghost of bps21 Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 The addition of the wheelchair has just turned Cheney all the way into a Bond arch-villain.
Anakin Flair Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 For some reason I though the Trumpet guys were going to start playing the Theme Song from Cheers.
Anakin Flair Posted January 20, 2009 Report Posted January 20, 2009 So it's 'H' now instead of Hussein.
Anakin Flair Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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.
The Ghost of bps21 Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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!!!!"
Obi Chris Kenobi Posted January 20, 2009 Report 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!
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