Wash. Governor Confuses Amphibian Bill with Civil Unions Act
Wilson held a press conference this morning at the state house, where he apologized for his blatant error: "I am, frankly, embarrassed. I don't know why I didn't know what amphibian meant. Why I equated it with homosexuals is another one I just don't have the answers for at this time. I deeply regret my words and apologize to all the aquatic species I hurt with my words, especially the Pacific Chorus Frog."
The controversy started on Sunday while addressing the Luncheon. Wearing a purple ribbon tied to his forefinger, he declared: "This is a fine day for all the people of Oregon. Finally, we have a comprehensive bill that addresses the rights of amphibians to marry."
Minutes later, the Governor made another slip-up. "I know all of you amphibians deserve the right to marry, and I won't stand in the way of that. So, today I am declaring that I will be signing the Official Amphibian Bill when it comes across my desk. You made a law this week."
CNN was covering the speech as part of their new upcoming "Governor of Reality" television reality series. Videos from the speech were found on YouTube, Google Video, and MySpace within hours.
Wilson held a meeting today with Kermit the Frog, the Geico Gecko, and other un-named celebrities. He was not speeding and he was wearing his seat belt.
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Post a CommentLOL. And this person is supposed to be a representative our country? :-)
lolololol sounds like he's vying with Bush for the title Master-of-SlipUps!!!
Cute story. I just wish there was more info.
I hope I didn't offend any amphibians!? Aahahah! That's cold, but it's so good! But he killed it after he called the homosexuals amphibians.
Still laughing.
Thanks everyone for the comments, very glad I could entertain people. This is the actual news story the article is based on: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070501/ap_on_fe_st/odd_official_frog
Oh, great, next geckos will be marrying turtles and exposing tadpoles to their lifestyle. It's not natural, I tell you!
I think I just peed my pants!