Philosophy
So I came across this:and lo and behold, whom do I spot amongst the Obama supporters but Gary Hardcastle. Yes, some around here believe that he is a figment of my imagination, my invisible friend, a created fiction, but now we have empirical evidence of his material existence -- he's the guy with two stickers on his sweatshirt.
Gary also happens to be the co-editor of the fantastic book Monty Python and Philosophy. He is not, however, the only person with some connection to Python who is supporting Obama. Indeed, word comes out of the LA Times that none other than John Cleese himself has offered to collaborate with Obama:
- Magooby's And Obama
Brothers, Sisters, and Transgendered Comedists Everywhere, Before we get to the sermon, a quick anouncement. For those in the Baltimore area, I'll be playing Magooby's Joke House this coming Thursday night. It's an all ages gig, $7 at the...
- A Deal Lieberman Couldn't Refuse?
Seems to me that there are four possible explanations for the Lieberman fiasco: (1) The caucus believes that they are at 60 with Begich and Franken and the super-majority was more important than Lieberman's behavior. (2) Obama is serious about ending...
- Hmmmm
So, how many houses will the Democratic VP pick have? Does Obama announce his pick today or let the eight house story run as far as it can? UPDATE: Note to blogosphere: mentioning that John McCain spends over a quarter of a million dollars a year on household...
- Michelle Obama's Speech At The Dnc
There are some things about President Obama's first term that we may find infuriating and disappointing, even though his record, though vilified by the opposition, actually shows some amazing improvements that aren't sufficiently touted...
- Steven Chu--secretary Of Energy
Steven Chu President elect Barack Obama has a man of science in his cabinet now--Steven Chu...beats thoughts of California's Govenor Arnold Schwarzenegger and former Secretary of State Colin Powell. "Obama makes pick for energy chief, sources say"...
Philosophy
And Now For A Candidate Who Is Completely Different
So I came across this:and lo and behold, whom do I spot amongst the Obama supporters but Gary Hardcastle. Yes, some around here believe that he is a figment of my imagination, my invisible friend, a created fiction, but now we have empirical evidence of his material existence -- he's the guy with two stickers on his sweatshirt.
Gary also happens to be the co-editor of the fantastic book Monty Python and Philosophy. He is not, however, the only person with some connection to Python who is supporting Obama. Indeed, word comes out of the LA Times that none other than John Cleese himself has offered to collaborate with Obama:
Barack Obama's skills as an orator already have left enraptured audiences in his wake from coast to coast. Now comes word that if he's willing to expand his circle of collaborators, the act he takes on the road could forever redefine the boundaries of political speech.The article, of course, mentions the possibility of a new cabinet post for silly walks and gratuitously links to famed Flying Circus sketch in the on-line version. My guess is that rather than a cabinet post, he would make a fine Ambassador to Germany -- just don't mention the war.That was for Hanno.
We gush, of course. But it's hard not to be agog when contemplating the final product that could result if Obama's rhetorical talents get teamed up with those of John Cleese.
- Magooby's And Obama
Brothers, Sisters, and Transgendered Comedists Everywhere, Before we get to the sermon, a quick anouncement. For those in the Baltimore area, I'll be playing Magooby's Joke House this coming Thursday night. It's an all ages gig, $7 at the...
- A Deal Lieberman Couldn't Refuse?
Seems to me that there are four possible explanations for the Lieberman fiasco: (1) The caucus believes that they are at 60 with Begich and Franken and the super-majority was more important than Lieberman's behavior. (2) Obama is serious about ending...
- Hmmmm
So, how many houses will the Democratic VP pick have? Does Obama announce his pick today or let the eight house story run as far as it can? UPDATE: Note to blogosphere: mentioning that John McCain spends over a quarter of a million dollars a year on household...
- Michelle Obama's Speech At The Dnc
There are some things about President Obama's first term that we may find infuriating and disappointing, even though his record, though vilified by the opposition, actually shows some amazing improvements that aren't sufficiently touted...
- Steven Chu--secretary Of Energy
Steven Chu President elect Barack Obama has a man of science in his cabinet now--Steven Chu...beats thoughts of California's Govenor Arnold Schwarzenegger and former Secretary of State Colin Powell. "Obama makes pick for energy chief, sources say"...