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Clinton Strikes a Joke for Fools Day
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ABC's Eloise Harper reports: Senator Hilary Clinton came out to greet the press traveling with her in Philadelphia Tuesday and had a pun-heavy and metaphor-filled April Fools Day joke at the ready.
Speaking in a serious and somber tone, Clinton addressed the tight Democratic race ahead and proposed a novel way to settle the score.
Watch the VIDEO HERE.
At first, many in the press corps, noting her serious tone, confessed later that they thought they were witnessing a major news development. Was she dropping out? Formally inviting Senator Obama to a joint ticket? But when Clinton began tweaking Obama’s efforts this weekend to woo the votes of Pennsylvania’s 10-pin playing Democrats, they knew the joke was on them.
"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 our party and people can make the right decision,” Clinton began.
“So I have a proposal today. I am challenging Senator Obama to a bowl-off. A bowling night. Right here in Pennsylvania. Winner take all. I’ll even spot him two 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 until the 10th frame. When this game is over the American people will know when that phone rings at 3am they will have a president who is ready to bowl on day one.”
“So lets 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!”
April 1, 2008 in Bush, George W. | Permalink | User Comments (36)
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So, a joke is newsworthy? Must be a slow day indeed. Good for Senator Clinton for lightening things up a bit.
Posted by: MIguy | Apr 1, 2008 2:40:08 PM
good stuff.
Posted by: br | Apr 1, 2008 3:01:02 PM
Go Hillary
Your the best Candidate.
Posted by: seah5 | Apr 1, 2008 3:06:04 PM
People don't vote in caucuses in the general election. Sorry but if Obama does become the nominee he has no chance of winning...just a fact.
Posted by: JamesDuck | Apr 1, 2008 3:06:53 PM
hahhahaha that was awesome!
Posted by: cdo | Apr 1, 2008 3:06:58 PM
She will be an awesome president. She can be funny when the situation calls for humor and she is serious when the situation warrants it. We've already had a president who tired easily and often had to vacation to keep up with the "really hard" job of being president...we can't afford another pres who has to take a 5 day vacation in the middle of a campaign and just wants to get away from people, who can't answer more than "like 8 questions" and who can't even friggin' finish 10 frames at a bowling alley. The man is not fit to be president -- PA we need you to send that message, loud and clear. Americans help each other, and we are counting on you to help correct the mistake that those of us who have already voted have made.
God Bless you and God Bless America.
Posted by: ann | Apr 1, 2008 3:10:15 PM
Hillary is amazing. After all of the slanted news coverage she is still fighting. She is one of the most impressive public figures that I have ever seen. This strong woman makes me proud to be an American!
Americans for solutions -- Clinton 2008!!!
Posted by: Joe | Apr 1, 2008 3:11:17 PM
I agree that obama doesn't represent what is good about this country. Hillary has proven that she will fight for what is right. obama has done nothing but run for President. How has he gotten this far?
Hillary Clinton is my President!!!
Posted by: Sam | Apr 1, 2008 3:14:28 PM
Thats the only thing she's going to win in this election. But that is funny!
Obama 08
Posted by: Joe | Apr 1, 2008 3:19:15 PM
I can not believe this. They are things to joke of and they are other no one can dare.
People are taking the whole process seriously. All eyes around the globe are wide open to see who will emerge as a nominee, and her being one of the candidates is joking!! Its quite interesting if not amazing!
Posted by: Peace | Apr 1, 2008 3:19:15 PM
Sam I am glad you live in another country for she will not be president of this United States>>>>>
Posted by: h | Apr 1, 2008 3:26:17 PM
HILLARY as the next President of the United States of America........PRICELESS.
You've got it baby, now give it to em!
That's our girl. Never, ever, say never!
Ha! Ha! Ha! God love her!
Posted by: SadStateOfAffairs | Apr 1, 2008 3:37:26 PM
For all of those who fail to see any humor; Get over yourselves... Lighten up! Things in the world really are bad, but let's make an attempt to see a little bit of good and have a laugh once in a while.
Geeesh!!!
Posted by: Val | Apr 1, 2008 3:42:40 PM
h and Peace - you need to lighten up a little bit. Yes, we have serious problems in our country, but sometimes people need a break from all the doom and gloom. Besides, people who can smile and laugh are healthier and live longer.
Posted by: CNL | Apr 1, 2008 3:43:38 PM
Love it! April fool's joke. To Obama supporters criticizing this: why are you guys so upset? your candidate's ahead, FL and MI probably will be disenfranchised the way you want them, lighten up!
Posted by: Emily | Apr 1, 2008 3:45:26 PM
You go WOMAN! Get 'em good. After all, the press is doing such a "wonderful" and insightful job of this campaign. Keep on keeping on. Love you here in NC.
Posted by: loveinit! | Apr 1, 2008 3:47:16 PM
I really like the 'never say die' spirit of Hillary. That is what the leader should be. Keep on fighting no matter what the odds are.
Go Hillary Go.
Posted by: PS | Apr 1, 2008 4:00:03 PM
I saw the clip of Obama bowling. Makes me wonder about his basketball skills...
Posted by: Firefighter | Apr 1, 2008 4:00:43 PM
Good one, Hill! You are gonna be one AWESOME U.S. President - and not just 'cause you have a great sense of humor!
Take that, Mr. 37! Anybody notice how Axelrod came out today to make MORE excuses for Obama? Over something as trivial as his bowling score, he felt he had to excuse Barack's decidedly non-virile performance by telling everyone that "he only bowled 7 frames" - LOL!
Loved your April Fool's joke, Hillary, YOU ROCK!
Posted by: Summer | Apr 1, 2008 4:01:43 PM
Hillary Clinton will win and be the best president we can have and she will make a better country to live will keep praying that she wins ////////
Posted by: shirley | Apr 1, 2008 4:10:09 PM
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