The Paultard war is spreading to gay gyms across our Washingtons. Alas, be careful what you wear to the gym after work, gay Paultards, or there’ll be no gold standard for you tonight.

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That is the one vote cast against giving Rosa Parks the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor, and it was cast by Mr. Ron Paul on April 20, 1999. This isn’t exactly breaking news but we were reminded of it today (it’s apparently been making the email rounds at a couple lobbying houses) — Ron just hates giving out medals! He even gave a little speech:

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Ron “Gold Standard” Paul’s 19th Century economic policies would lead to a stronger dollar. Or, uh, hyperinflation, if the government’s gold-hoarding didn’t go well. [CurrencyTrading.net]