Thursday, September 4th, 2008
WISDOM IN THE EMAILS: “Wonkette-rs: Just wanted to point out the incredibly flawed logic of the Republican Party staging the final night of their convention — AND the all-important speech by their nominee — on the same night as opening kick-off for the NFL. Not only is football the most popular sport by viewership in the USA, it’s also (supposedly) favored by gun-totin’, red-blooded, all-around good ol’ boys (like Levi Johnston!). — Juan S.” [UPI]
WISDOM IN THE EMAILS: “Wonkette-rs: Just wanted to point out the incredibly flawed logic of the Republican Party staging the final night of their convention — AND the all-important speech by their nominee — on the same night as opening kick-off for the NFL. Not only is football the most popular sport by viewership in the USA, it’s also (supposedly) favored by gun-totin’, red-blooded, all-around good ol’ boys (like Levi Johnston!). — Juan S.” [UPI]









NFL DESTROYS MCCAIN: On September 4, John McCain is set to accept the Republican nomination with a glorious convention speech, most likely about the latest wave of arthritis prescription drugs. This same night, the NFL is kicking off its new season with a big Prime Time football game. This presents a huge obstacle for both the GOP and the NFL, America’s favorite pastimes. When will Al Gore step in as a Neutral Broker and fix this problem too? [
Think about it: Bush has a 31% approval rating. The Dems won the House and the Senate. Iraq? That’s done. So what to do with Fox News Channel?