As Rick Perry campaigns for President across the country he touts himself as the second coming. But it’s the second coming of George W. Bush. In this top-secret underground video interview with the BBC’s Nigel Duck-Bottom, Governor Perry reveals ALL of the facts behind the facts from his tenure as the longest-serving governor of Texas.
If you would prefer to do some reading of the source material for this entertaining little video, here are some resources.
But be forewarned: THINKING IS HARD!
The total debt of Texas has doubled while Rick Perry has been in office.
Rick Perry says he has never raised taxes.
Texas education statistics from article by Barbara Bush, (yes, that Barbara Bush)
Perry wins Olberman’s Worst Person in the World.
Texas has the highest percentage of workers making minimum wage.
The balanced story of Texas job growth.
Perry’s staff discussed vaccine on day Merck donated to campaign.
Religion, Budget Issues Dog Rick Perry
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8/18/2011: Rick wasn’t very popular on his first stop in New Hampshire.
I try not to think about this!
Although good to see that Keith is still handing out his WPITW – or is this an old one (haven’t clicked the link yet, in fear of becoming overwhelmed with the nostalgia of missing Keith)?
Alan, a link for you . . . which I FB’d to my “alien” friends with a Hallelujah!
http://maddowblog.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/08/17/7392989-dont-mess-with-texas-your-guide-to-rick-perrylandia
@Patti, Thanks for the comment. Keith Olberman is still doing the same show but it’s now on current TV.
http://current.com/shows/countdown/ If you can’t get Current on your TV then the website has streaming and an RSS feed. Thanks for the link. Great stuff and I’ll add it to the post. Loved it.
Great interview! I will be sharing this.
Thanks so much!