The Big Waaaaaaa Of the Day
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And I bet Cauley knows this, there are far worse problems to have.
Illinois Senate
The Morning Obama Fawning
JOHN KASS PEOPLE!
Key Note Sneak Preview
Dear Barack Brigade,
Your enthusiasm and dedication is what convinced the Kerry-Edwards campaign that a skinny guy with a funny name from the South Side of Chicago could give the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention. It is your voice, your struggle, and your aspirations that have motivated me since day one, and more than anything I want my voice to be yours this Tuesday when I speak.
That is why I would like to give you, the Barack Brigade, the ones who have been there since we started this improbable journey months ago, the opportunity to hear what I am going to say first. Bear in mind that the full speech won’t be posted, and that last minute editing is bound to happen, but I want to give my most loyal supporters the chance to read what I’m going to say. Please be sure to post your thoughts, because I can’t be your voice if I don’t hear what you think.
So after 4:00 PM ET, on Tuesday, July 27th, be sure to visit www.obamablog.com for a SNEAK PREVIEW of excerpts from the speech. Hopefully this small gesture will help you begin to understand how grateful I am for all that you have done for me, and how much I value your opinions.
Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. You are the reason why we won the primary. You are the reason why I am the keynote speaker at the Democratic National Convention, and you are the reason why we will win in November.
Ryan Lizza Drools
And I like it–more Obama for you from the Atlantic Monthly.
I’m sure all of this is making candidates really want to get into this race.
Your Obama Porn for the Day
I’m stealing from Polis for the intro, but the Trib slobbers over him today.
Note, I’m all for metaphorical slobbering over Obama.
Glenn’s Poll of Senate Candidates
One Man has become a nominee on my online poll – at http://glennyb.livejournal.com.
Please vote today for one of the following:
– One Man
– Uberweis
-The Incredible hulk
– Spiderman
– Kruger from Kruger Industrial Smoothings
– Jerry Krause
– Superman.
Krause. Think what Jordan would do to get Obama elected then….
Illinois Senate Republican Nomination Cattle Call Open Thread
Okay, another one since I had all the tech difficulties. Let ’em rip.
I hear OneMan is under serious consideration.
Now That’s an Echo Chamber
So I haven’t been able to track down Dan Proft’s role in the weird Ditka deal the morning he announced he wouldn’t be getting in, it does appear that Dan and the happy gang of delusionals have been pushing Ryan to get back in the race.
In a telephone interview Friday from Ryan’s Chicago headquarters, Pascoe said staying in the race was something Ryan appeared to consider only in passing, at the urging of staff members who suggested a “wave of remorse” by the public over Ryan’s situation might make it possible for the campaign to survive.
A wave of remorse? Where was this wave? Because I’m pretty sure that most people in Illinois moved on after a couple days of chuckling.
The cult of Jack! is one of the most bizarre things I’ve seen in a while. The guy seemed to be a perfect empty suit with the most notorious episode being his discussion concerning the Treaty of Westphalia while not knowing anything about the Kjellander scandal. Why exactly is it that a clueless clown has so much support without knowing much about what his supporters apparently care about?
A List of Particulars
The Trib offers a personal for the IL GOP.
State political party looking for candidate to challenge opponent who has money, buzz, Big Mo and torrid friendship with national media.
Age: We’re open-minded, but fussy provision in U.S. Constitution says you must be 30 or older, citizen of U.S. for nine years, resident of Illinois.
Background: In prior relationships, divorce has been a problem.
Values: Family, to a point. Young children a proven deal-breaker.
Looks: Way important back in primary season, but at this stage …
Character: Best to be upfront about any legal entanglements. Sealed court files a turnoff.
Income: Family money wouldn’t hurt. TV time costs money, and we don’t want to spend much.
The perfect date: A day at the beach, a night at Ravinia, tax cuts.
Fave foods: Rubber chicken, State Fair corn dogs, humble pie.
Sense of humor: Not right now, actually. Definitely no kaleidoscope jokes.
A great night out: No club dates. Definitely no club dates.
Religion: Big on devotion to St. Jude, patron saint of hopeless causes.
Body type: A sucker for mustachioed former coaches from the National Football League.
Medical issues: Allergic to dairy owners.
Fair warning: Party carries heavy baggage from past relationships. Has lost about all there is to lose.
You’re out of the question if you have: Subpoena power.
Secret fear: Can’t handle one more rejection. But it’s only a 100-day date. How bad can it be?
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Probably over the fair use level, but it was pretty funny.