McCain to critics of "celebrity" ad: "just relax, shut down the computer, go outside..."

[sabra]

http://www.mcall.com/news/local/all-a1_5mccain.6542861aug12,0,3738957.story?page=2

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Q: What about your ad? <''Celebrity,'' which casts Obama as a celebrity similar to heiress Paris Hilton or pop singer Britney Spears.>

A: (McCain) I thought it was funny, don't you?

Q: Some people thought it was below you, a statesman.

A: I thought it was time for humor. And all I can say to those people is, just relax, shut down the computer, go outside and get a breath of fresh air. Go for a walk. Come on out to Arizona. It's a little hot, but the Grand Canyon's nice. Have I seen {Hilton's response}? Sure, yeah. I thought it was hilarious.

:crazy:

[speedoo]

1. McLame.

Much of the time, he's just lame.

[zbdent]

2. all that land, wasted ... on sightseeing (elite) tourists ...

don't you know how many condos and homes could be built on that land around the Grand Canyon?

And you could charge people who want to look at the view that is best from your property ...

[JBoy]

3. LOL. "Shut down the computer". From the guy who's never turned one on.

[Eric J in MN]

4. McCain sounds like Joe Lieberman.

http://tpmelectioncentral.talkingpointsmemo.com/2008/07/lieberman_on_britney_ad_just_r.php

"To some extent the appearance of Paris Hilton and Britney Spears -- people complain about it -- they should just relax and enjoy it..." - Joe Lieberman