Satire and parody have long been important forms of political commentary. By presenting public figures in exaggerated and absurd situations, such commentaries highlight policies or beliefs of those public figures in humorous yet thought provoking ways. The beliefs, thought processes, and values of political candidates are valid and important factors in mak... more >

Satire and parody have long been important forms of political commentary. By presenting public figures in exaggerated and absurd situations, such commentaries highlight policies or beliefs of those public figures in humorous yet thought provoking ways. The beliefs, thought processes, and values of political candidates are valid and important factors in making voting decisions, because those factors will form the basis of decisions made if a candidate is elected. I applaud those who make the effort to engage in political discourse, and this is a fine example of such an effort.

What commenter #3 seems to miss is that the Republicans’ ENTIRE CAMPAIGN is one big ad hominem —(s)he should look it up, probably doesn’t know what it means) attack on Barack Obama. In the words of McCain’s campaign manager, just two days ago, “this campaign is not about issues.” I say fight fire with fire, and more power to you, Mercy. Pretty damn funny, an... more >

What commenter #3 seems to miss is that the Republicans’ ENTIRE CAMPAIGN is one big ad hominem —(s)he should look it up, probably doesn’t know what it means) attack on Barack Obama. In the words of McCain’s campaign manager, just two days ago, “this campaign is not about issues.” I say fight fire with fire, and more power to you, Mercy. Pretty damn funny, and right on target as well.