Movie star debates chair, loses

[ProSense]

Movie star debates chair, loses

By Steve Benen

Political conventions occasionally produce memorable moments that endure. The Chicago riots in 1968, Cuomo's "Tale of Two Cities" speech in 1984, Al kissing Tipper in 2000, Obama's "audacity of hope" in 2004 -- these are memories that quickly entered the political history books, reminding us why conventions still matter.

Last night, we saw another such moment, when Clint Eastwood decided to argue with an empty chair.

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Chances are you've at least heard about Eastwood's "speech," but for those who missed it, trust me when I tell you it's worth your time. As Rachel explained on the air once it was over, "That was the weirdest thing I've ever seen at a political convention in my entire life, and it will be the weirdest thing I've ever seen if I live to be 100."

Apparently, the Romney campaign thought it would be a good idea to send an 82-year-old man onto the stage without prepared remarks. Eastwood was an odd choice anyway -- he's pro-choice and supports gay rights -- but I can appreciate the fact that the man enjoys an iconic status. He was the "surprise" guest, and convention organizers scrapped a compelling Romney bio film, just so Americans could see the Hollywood star's remarks.

Oops.

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Republicans thought they scored with Clint. They were giddy. Weird Willard heard the plan, Clint's skit. Being the friggin geek and petty asshole he is, he said, "neato." Clint scolding an invisible Obama, what could be better? (Mitt thought)

[avebury]

1. K&R nt

[livetohike]

2. LOL

He was also talking to a lot of empty suits .

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3. That's just sad.

I've always liked Clint Eastwood. He started fumbling around talking to the chair and I stopped watching.

We have such high unemployment because the house won't get to work Clint. Don't be a dumbass.

[ProSense]

6. Funny:

(Shouldn't the bunny be invisible?)



http://www.democraticunderground.com/10021239421

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9. Why a pancake?

Is there a history behind that?

[Bernardo de La Paz]

4. Loses

[Tommy_Carcetti]

5. I'm thinking either Jeb Bush or Chris Christie was secretly behind this.

What better way to clandestinely rain on Mitt Romney's 2016 parade than to suggest a cringe-worthy stunt that would overshadow the nominee's speech later in the night?

All I know is I cannot wait until I see the late night comics take on this. Thank goodness The Daily Show is new tonight.

[Zorra]

7. Dragging out Grampa Simpson to debate an empty chair was a stellar idea.

I wonder which Democratic mole/operative in the GOP came up with it?

S/he should get the Democratic Party Medal of Freedom.

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8. I had no idea that it was once in fashion to wear an onion on your belt.

I did, however, know that white ones were not available because of the war.