Quick caveats to this post: First, this has nothing to do with the perfect antidote theory, but i had this idea and thought i'd share it. Secondly, i'm rather apolitical, so i have no agenda here.
I happened to be switching back and forth between Iowa caucus coverage and NFL playoff coverage the other day and had a realization that there were just too many similarities.
IF THE AFC PLAYOFF CONTENDERS WERE REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES:
1. The New England Patriots: Mitt Romney
Very popular in the northeast, but no one gets excited about them elsewhere. Considerd elitist and boring despite potentially having the best chance.
2. Baltimore Ravens: Rick Santorum
A strong and rabid, but limited fan base. Known for being conservative (on offense). A complete team, but no one really believes they have a chance.
3. Houston Texans: Rick Perry
Strong Texas support, and on the big stage for the first time, but too many injuries/gaffs to really make any waves.
4. Denver Broncos: Michele Bachmann
Attractive, but ultimately kind of a mess. Good at mobilizing the conservative right, but most likely not going to be around after the first big event.
5. Pittsburgh Steelers: Newt Gingrich
Been around a while, and at one time were a major player. VERY polarizing - you either hate them or love them. Still influential but maybe ultimately past their prime.
6. Cincinnati Bengals: John Hunstman
Just happy to be here.
We'll see who ultimately goes up against the New Orleans or Green Bay Obamas.
I'm sitting here and in the background there is a show on National Geographic TV about what happens to the Earth after humans die off. For some reason it reminds me of this song. In honor of nature not skipping a beat without us, the song of the day is I Mother Earth's "So Gently We Go". (The song actually has nothing to do with that topic, it just reminded me of it.)
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