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I never never never thought I’d say this.
Never.
But a politician has made me feel better. Hopeful. Starting to believe in a better tomorrow. And I’m only on page 25 of his book.
Yes. His book. For I picked up The Audacity of Hope at the weekend. And today at lunch was the first chance I had to read it. Yes, I didn’t get very far but, to be honest, he had me at the end of the Prologue.
He has ideas. Ideas. And I think we can all admit we need a few ideas. I like the fact that he has admitted that he, or any politician for that matter, can’t solve all the world’s problems… but ideas. Yes.
And before you say anything. I know I live in the UK and I have no voice when it comes to choosing the next President but please, Americans, please remember that you are not just choosing your leader, you are choosing the person who decides the direction of our economy and foreign policy too.
Our current leader’s balls are kept in separate jars on the desks of two people – his wife’s and George Bush’s. (I wonder if Bush has let Tony have his back yet?) We will be stuck with Gordon ‘The Moron’ Brown until at least 2010 so that’s at least a year the next President will have to lead his around by his todger.
I can’t wait for 2010 when David Cameron kicks your sorry arse, Brown. There, I’ve shown my roots. Well, how could I not when the Conservative logo is this – 
Right, was going to finish this up with a meme but the book is calling me back. Me? Sleep? Not likely!
10 Responses to “Lifting”
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March 17th, 2008 at 11:47 pm
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March 18th, 2008 at 12:57 am
I don’t see what was wrong with the torch, symbol of liberty. I don’t care at all for Mr. Cameron, but I dislike Mr. Brown even more. Oh, the joys of politics.
March 18th, 2008 at 8:16 am
I loved the line about GB’s balls in jars – oh how true! Oh I just realised that’s Gordon Brown, not George Bush ha! (I crack myself up!)
I’m with you though, bring on 2010 ;o)
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March 18th, 2008 at 11:31 am
At this point I clamp my mouth tightly shut lest I offend you.
But where have you got the thing about his wife keeping his balls? Tony perhaps. Clinton i can see. But Gordon’s wife keeps pretty much out of the limelight.
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March 18th, 2008 at 11:47 am
If any politician, no matter what their persuasion, can give someone hope, then I feel they are doing their job. There seems to be so little hope around these days. I am really glad you felt inspired. He has inspired me too.
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March 18th, 2008 at 12:13 pm
I have yet to read either of Obama’s books and likely won’t as I’m afraid the reality won’t live up to the fantasy that the book creates.
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March 18th, 2008 at 1:09 pm
Who is this Obama character?
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March 18th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
You see what happens when I forget to have coffee? I answer by email and then forget to post my comments here – and it’s such a shame because they were FASCINATING. Honest.
March 19th, 2008 at 2:59 pm
I can totally see why you’re attracted to Obama. Makes sense. Course, I’m conservative, so he’s not on my ticket, but still…I have to admire the guy. He’s a cool character.
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March 19th, 2008 at 3:07 pm
Karl – It’s odd because I am (as Dan so lovingly puts it) a bloody Tory supporter in the UK… Talk about pick and mix politics for me!