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Emmett's Election
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02.08.08Time to Omit Mitt…
Breaking news yesterday had our 3-year-old political pundit, Emmett making some controversial predictions. What will a Mitt-less campaign look like? We caught up with Emmett via phone just after he brushed his teeth and moments before “story time” to hear his thoughts on the day’s events.
Schadenfreude: What do you think about Mitt Romney dropping out?
Emmett: What?
Schadenfreude: He’s not running for President anymore.
Emmett: Uh oh. I don’t think that’s good. What do you do if you don’t run for President?
Schadenfreude: Who do you think benefits more from Romney dropping out? John McCain or Mike Huckabee?
Emmett: Mike Huckabee.
Schadenfreude: Who do you think wins in a McCain vs. Huckabee contest?
Emmett: I think Barack Obama. -
02.05.08What Is So “Super” About Super Tuesday?
On this, the most dynamic day of the of the presidential race thus far, we check in with Emmett James, Schadenfreude’s favorite 3-year-old political pundit. Emmett took time out from out from practicing the letter “E” and drawing pictures of fire to answer a few questions.
Schadenfreude: What is Super Tuesday?
Emmett: When all the states win.
Schadenfreude: Why is it called Super Tuesday?
Emmett: Because all the states win!
(Mr. James answers with a “duh”-type attitude. Clearly he is annoyed with this simplistic line of questioning.)
Schadenfreude: What other states are voting today?
Emmett: Florida, Texas, California, Oklahoma and Chicago.
Schadenfreude: Oh, Florida is voting again?
Emmett: Yup.
Schadenfreude: What Democrat will win Illinois?
Emmett: What’s a Democrat?
Schadenfreude: What Republican will win Illinois?
Emmett: What? I don’t know. John McCain. (Again, Mr. James seems to be in a hurry.)
Schadenfreude: What is your favorite song to dance to?
Emmett: Fast Hey Ya.
(Mr. James has gone on record declaring he does not prefer the slower acoustic version of ‘Hey Ya’ that he heard on YouTube.) -
02.01.08On the Subject of Endorsements…
And now, the transcript from our recent chat with Schadenfreude’s 3-year-old political pundit Emmett James. Mr. James comments on the recent candidate bow-outs and endorsements. Please note that Mr. James was quoted before Giuliani’s announcement to back McCain.
Schadenfreude: Any thoughts on John Edwards dropping out of the race?
Emmett: I don’t know him.
Schadenfreude: He was running for President and now he’s not. Do you think he should endorse anyone?
Emmett: Yes, Barack Obama.
Schadenfreude: What about Giuliani? Should he endorse anyone?
Emmett: Yes, John McCain.
Schadenfreude: Who is your favorite stuffed animal?
Emmett: Ducky.
Schadenfreude: Why?
Emmett: Because he’s my best friend.
Photo: Mr. James is shown above napping on his “Book of Presidents” along side Ducky, who he says, “helps him explore sewers”. -
01.30.08Election ‘08 with Emmett James
Over the past week or so, it has become increasingly clear that my 3 year old nephew Emmett has more insightful commentary regarding the upcoming election than most pundits on CNN. Schadenfreude recently caught up with Mr. James between his Tuesday morning pre-school and his afternoon nap (which he has recently been refusing, and so has negotiated to use it as “quiet time” in his room). He had the following to say about the current political landscape:
Schadenfreude: What do you think about Barack Obama?
Emmett: I like Obama. I like his voice. I like what he has to say.
Schadenfreude: Who do you think will win Florida?
Emmett: Hillary. And Jimmy Carter will win Illinois.
Schadenfreude: How do you feel about Ted Kennedy endorsing Obama?
Emmett: Good. It’s like a comic.
Schadenfreude: Do you know what a comic is?
Emmett: Yes, it’s like a movie.
Schadenfreude: So, are you saying Kennedy endorsing Obama is like a movie?
Emmett: Yes.
Check back as we get Emmett’s reaction to the Florida primary and the upcoming Super Tuesday!
