…perhaps not the kind of attention he appreciates
July 25th, 2008 – 10:18 AM by Bob von SternbergWell, Gov. Tim Pawlenty may have quit talking about the veepstakes, but the buzz surrounding him made its way into Jay Leno’s Tonight Show monologue Thursday night.
No video yet, but here’s the transcript, via The Politico:
“Well, it was leaked … John McCain could be leaning towards [Minnesota governor] Tim Pawlenty. I know what you’re thinking — THE Tim Pawlenty? [Laughter] Apparently, McCain wants to lower his profile even more. [Laughter] I’m not even sure who Pawlenty was. And so I Googled him and it said, ‘Who?’ [Laughter, rim shot] … Pawlenty, doesn’t it sound like a dish at the Olive Garden?”
10 Responses to "…perhaps not the kind of attention he appreciates"
That’s hilarious!
I can’t believe NBC is replacing him.
Of course, you could insert any potential VP’s name, and it would be equally witty.
Wouldn’t it be funny if Leno said, “Obama….it sounds like Osama.”
Or, he could say, “his middle name is Hussein.” Like the mass murderer.”
Oh….good times.
be thankful Leno didn’t say, “Pawlenty of what? isn’t he the guy whose state is full of rickety bridges? he took over from an old professional wrestler, you know, as governor. if Arkansas needs to feel better about themselves, they just whisper, ‘Minnesota,’ and it always works.”
Somehow, I don’t think even Leno is desparate enough to make light of bridge disaster for 3 seconds of laughter (or horrified glances).
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Did I miss the election?
Thom, I think you’ve got something here. He could have also said, “McCain? Reminds me of arthritis pain! (rim shot)” or “Bush? Sounds like smoosh! (rim shot)” or “Cheney? Sounds like I’m Satan! (rim shot)” Ah, if only all the good comedy writers weren’t already working for Fox News - then maybe Leno could have some real material.
Obama sounds like Osama - gee, really? Think of that one on your own?
No rick,
I got it from Ted Kennedy. You know, the drunken fool that represents the second most liberal state in our fine country.
You remeber that, don’t you?
Oh course he’s been supplying comedic material to all of us for years. Especially when he killed that gal in the river.
Minneapolis, MN will win in for the republications in 08. 8 more years we will see the benefits of the Bush years.
Minnesota belongs to the republicans in 08.
Obama smokes?!
Candidate’s efforts to quit speak to our changing attitudes.
What?????
This right leaning paper always sides with Republicans. Next, you’ll probably say his fecal matter stinks.
Obama is my hero, and can do NO wrong!!!