The Joke Writes Itself

A story to inspire indeed. My friend and blogger, ArmadilloJoe, brought this to my attention. KUTV in Salt Lake City did a human interest story on Brigham Larkin, a 17 year old boy who dresses like Bush, sings the National Anthem every day in front of his bathroom mirror, and collects ties similar to what Bush wears when Larkin sees him on TV. George Bush is his hero. Larkin wants to be president some day.

Oh yeah, Larkin has Down Syndrome.

I don't mean to be cruel here. I am in no way trying to poke fun at Larkin, but it really is a shame that Bush was and is president during Larkin's formative years. I don't hesitate to think that any president would probably have had the same effect on Larkin. It's too bad his hero is such a rat bastard and the kid doesn't even realize it.

But don't just read the article, take a look at the video. The newscasters are gushing over Larkin like he's a Cabbage Patch Kid. He's a human being for Christ's sake, but they all sound as if they're goo-gooing over a baby or a monkey performing parlor tricks.

The good news for Larkin is now that we've seen Curious George in action, it wouldn't be a far stretch for him to actually run for the GOP nomination and have a realistic shot at winning. President Half-Wit has opened the door and now we can truly say anyone can grow up to be president. Although what might hinder Larkin more than his mental challenge is his Mormon religious beliefs.