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Americans, for some reason, need a catchphrase.
That's why every scandal is dubbed "Gate": Watergate, Monicagate, etc.
I think it's not only a spiffy catchphrase, but easy on the memory too.
A very merry Fitzmas to all!!!
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:13 PM
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Fitz is going to Hit the Fan!
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:13 PM
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2. And a Merry Fitzmas to you, CW. |
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You make a wonderful point.
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:14 PM
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3. "Americans, for some reason, need a catchphrase." |
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:17 PM
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I don't think it's just Americans by hte way - most humans think of things in simple terms. And even if they think complex thoughts, those simple images and ideas can still reach in. Bryant Check it out --> http://politicalcomment.blogspot.comContest! Great new contest at my website, vote for a new commentator and win a subscription to Salon Magazine. --> http://politicalcomment.blogspot.com/2005/10/contest.html
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:21 PM
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7. Nothing "ugh" about it, IMO. We enjoy wordplay, rhyme, alliteration and |
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more. I think these are good things.
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:36 PM
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November of last year, I ate a big, nasty shit-sandwich and learned a hard lesson about our so-called democracy.
I hope I am wrong, but you "Fitzmas" revelers will most likely feel like we all felt after the 2004 elections, the 911 hearings, afterdowningstreet.com, etc... very let down.
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:46 PM
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10. Yes, we should never be happy or enthusiastic. |
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:59 PM
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13. Yes we should all act like jackasses |
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every time we get our hopes up.. that'll help.
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:02 PM
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14. I haven't seen any Fitzmas jackasses. I've seen people eagerly |
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anticipating something they've longed for and feeling somewhat giddy about it.
What has moping ever gotten us?
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:12 PM
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16. What has Pollyannish enthusiasm ever gotten us? |
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Oh yeah.. "YYEEEEAAAARRRGGGGHHHHH!!!!!"
Sorry to be a dink. I hope I am wrong.
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:15 PM
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4. And it is SO NICE to not use that "gate" |
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let me tell you, I'm so sick of Plamegate. I love the word Fitzmas!
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:20 PM
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6. Yes - but remember, Treason is the Reason for the Season. |
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Even as we rejoice in holding bad people accountable at long last, we must remember the more spiritual aspect of the holiday.
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:45 PM
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9. what an inspiration!!! |
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...there's no business like show business... There's no season like Fitzmas, there's no season its true.. Treason is the reason for the season Bets are being taken around town Never have so many been so eager to see so many taken down
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:52 PM
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11. and a merry fitzmas to all |
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For 't is the time to be more than a wee bit merry
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Tue Oct-25-05 07:58 PM
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12. I'm looking forward to the annual lighting of the |
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White House Fitzmas tree. Perhaps Tennessee will donate the tree this year!
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:05 PM
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15. Treasons Greetings and Merry Fitzmas! |
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:30 PM
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VERY, VERY GOOD!!! :thumbsup:
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:15 PM
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18. Truth be demand!!! It's Fitzmas Eve!!! |
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:17 PM
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19. BRILLIANT post. Abstract thinking. nt |
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:21 PM
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20. ......and to all a good indict. |
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Tue Oct-25-05 11:39 PM
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I almost hit post and saw yours - GREAT MINDS! :toast:
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Tue Oct-25-05 08:28 PM
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I think you are confusing the scandal or naming it with the announcements of the indictments. My understanding is that Fitzmas first appeared on, I think the Daily Koz, as the day Fitzgerald announces the indictments - because many folks were feeling that if Fitzgerald handed down indictments it would be like Christmas.
and also in regards to this statement
"That's why every scandal is dubbed "Gate": Watergate, Monicagate, etc."
Watergate was not dubbed "gate" it was named after the office building The Watergate in DC where the break ins occurred. The other "gates" were dubbed that because of Watergate.
That being said I love Fitzmas and wish you all a very Merry one - thinking tonight might be Fitzmas Eve.
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Tue Oct-25-05 10:05 PM
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25. MERRY FITZMAS, BEDFORD FALLS!!! |
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"Next on CNN, why liberals say that conservatives are launching an attack on traditional Fitzmas celebrations."
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Wed Oct-26-05 12:46 AM
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28. Scooter's scribbles! Ha ha! SCOOTER'S SCRIBBLES! |
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Everything's going to be alright! Merry Fitzmas, Ms. Meiers! Merry Fitzmas, Mr. Cheney! You got your indictments after all!
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Tue Oct-25-05 10:51 PM
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26. Hallow'een possibilities |
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Dress up like a Fitzmas tree on Hallowe'en, decorated with the heads with the accused, with ball and chain ornaments?
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Wed Oct-26-05 12:52 AM
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29. The Nightmare Before Fitzmas... |
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... someone mentioned this.
Gee, come to think of it, the "non-political blogosphere" is celebrating an alternative, secular holiday, now, aren't they?
What's it called again?
Halloween... a version of the ancient celebration of All Hallows Eve, when the skeletons come out of the closets.
Why do secular Americans with their pagan, secular holidays hate Fitzmas? :evilfrown: :evilgrin:
Hmm this does pose a dilemma... how many people are getting ready for Halloween? What could we do to restore Fitz to the proceedings? Pumpkins? Scary music? Hmmm... :evilgrin:
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