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April 1, 2008 1:37 PM

Clinton's April Fools Joke

By
Fernando Suarez
Topics
Hillary Clinton
(CBS)
From CBS News' Fernando Suarez:

PHILADELPHIA - Following a speech before hundreds of labor union members, the press was told Hillary Clinton would hold a press conference. The press sat patiently for Clinton to finish shaking hands with supporters in the other room. Within minutes, a somber looking Clinton approached the podium, her equally morose looking staff stood nearby.

"I want to take a moment to say that this has been a very hard fought race. Each of us is drawing enormous support. We clearly need to do something so that our party and the people can make the right decision," Clinton said. At this point many in the press thought Clinton might drop the bomb that she is calling it quits in the race. But it soon became clear that Clinton was only joking.



"Today I am challenging Senator Obama to a bowl off, a bowling night, right here in Pennsylvania winner take all," said Clinton as the press chuckled.

"I will even spot him 2 frames. It's time for his campaign to get out of the gutter and allow all of the pins to be counted. I am prepared to play this game all the way to 10th frame. And when this game is over the America people will know when that phone rings at 3am they will have a president who will be able to bowl on day one so let's strike a deal and go bowling for delegates. We don't have a moment to spare, because it's already April Fools Day, so happy April Fools Day everybody."

This isn't the first time Clinton has addressed the press in a tongue-in-cheek fashion. A few months ago Clinton unveiled her campaign airplane as "Hill Force One" saying, "Welcome to Hill-Force One. FAA regulations prohibit the use of any cell phones, blackberries and/or wireless devices that may be used to transmit a negative story about me. Now in a few minutes," she continued, "I am going to switch off the fasten your seatbelt sign, however, I've learned lately that things can get awfully bumpy when you least expect it, so you might want to keep those seatbelts fastened."

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by jockh April 2, 2008 7:04 AM EDT
Here is a reminder of why people are reluctant to have the Clintons back in the White House:


President Clinton is a disbarred laywer.
Most convictions and guilty pleas by friends and associates.
Most cabinet officials to come under criminal investigation.
Most witnesses to flee country or refuse to testify.
Most witnesses to die suddenly.
First president sued for sexual harassment.
First president accused of rape.
The first time a First Lady has come under criminal investigation.
Largest criminal plea agreement in an illegal campaign contribution case.
First president to establish a legal defense fund.
First president to be held in contempt of court.
Greatest amount of illegal campaign contributions from abroad.
First president disbarred from the US Supreme Court and a State Court.

Oh !! Now I remember why we don%u2019t want the Clintons back, they simply lie or %u201Cmisspeak%u201D far too easily.
Its time for a genuine change in our politics.
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by jockh April 2, 2008 6:53 AM EDT
HILLARY CLINTON - READY TO LIE ON DAY ONE !!!!

First she denies that she was pro NAFTA. White House schedules have now been released, showing she held several high profile meetings to endorse NAFTA.

Second she tells outright lies about her bullet dodging trip to Bosnia.

Hillarys problem is that voters know how easily the Clintons lie. Next she will say well, it depends on how you define "sniper fire" and "ran" and then %u201CI DID NOT HAVE MILITARY RELATIONS WITH THAT SNIPER%u201D

Misspeaking is one thing, repeating it over and over makes it a FLAT LIE !!
Clinton simply cannot help herself.
She tells a big lie when a small lie will do. And she tells a small lie when the truth will do.
Look at the trouble the country is in because of the lies of President Bush so God help America if this woman ever gets elected.


She cannot win the Democratic nomination without causing a civil war in the Democratic Party. While comparing herself to, and praising, McCain while undermining Obama, make it appear that she is willing to do just that -- split the party in two. Seriously, can you imagine McCain saying that that he had a lifetime of experience, Hillary had a lifetime of experience, but Romney didn''t? That would never happen. It''s unacceptable. And it has to stop.

I get that it sucks to lose. But, it happens. Hillary, drop out with your head up high. Unless of course you''re ducking sniper fire again
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by user168-2009 April 2, 2008 6:05 AM EDT
Whatever she says, words are cheap! False hopes!
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by ksh1022 April 1, 2008 11:35 PM EDT
Obama gave a press conference today also. He said that from this day forth he would be a man of action not just pretty speeches to adoring fans. He would leave his racist church and sever all ties with Rev. Wright who hates white people and America. He would quit playing the race card every time unpleasant press comes his way. He vows to acknowledge that he really has no experience that has prepared him for the presidency he just knows he''s a rock star and women swoon when in his presence. He reminded everyone how Barbara Walters is an example of this when he was on the View. He figured that he could parlay this effect he has on people into votes. He acknowledged he was going to try for American Idol until Oprah talked him into running for President as she will be in a better position to control how we live our lives if he''s in the White House. He promised that he and Michelle are going to take a deprogramming course to let go of their anger and resentment towards the white race. He ended his press conference with a big smile, a pause and a big "April Fools".
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by gretagreen April 1, 2008 11:26 PM EDT
I really do not want McCain in the White House. He''s just like Bush, so we''ll get more war, more craziness, and no help with the economy or the things we average josies need. We are in dire straits! We need someone really really smart and really really capable AND someone who is courageous enough to make big changes in the way we are now doing things. My money and my vote is with Obama.

Hillary is o.k., but she lies too much, and she lied about a team-member so she could be the star. That''s creepy. (Bad judgment too.) Makes us Dems not want to support her.
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by xlib April 1, 2008 11:12 PM EDT
obama8years-It is hard to believe that he did not know the basic teachings of his church. However, I do find a bit of arrogance and an "in your face" attitude about the man. Another thing is, any criticism of him is met with cries of racism. So, he just goes on doing what he wants and the msm shields him. Some guy, the empty suit.
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by xlib April 1, 2008 11:09 PM EDT
jgphoto1-Now, you did mean devious, right??
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by serrano338 April 1, 2008 11:00 PM EDT
What''s wrong with you people. Thank God someone still has a sense of humor. I applaud Senator Clinton for lightening things up a bit, laughing at herself sometimes and challenging Obama to a freindly competiton. I think it speaks well for someone who has nearly been crucified and beheaded in the press. In the long run, Hillary will be fine win or lose. She''s got a nice cushy life to return to. What have you got?
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by caliengineer April 1, 2008 10:22 PM EDT
Black or white fallacy: When subject is presented with just two options and told those are the only two options.

Truth: there are unlimited possibilities. An independent could win our hearts. Paul supporters could start a revolution.
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by cdfoxtrot April 1, 2008 10:20 PM EDT
Well, she''s a heck of a lot wittier than Karl Rove and his rap routine.
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