a little post-election fun!
the real story: in the race for the colorado state senate, district 14 in denver had two candidates named — yes — bob bacon and matt fries. see result here. but this photo just screamed for a photo in need of a caption contest!
you know the drill. at my whim, i choose “contenders” over a three-day period, then declare a winner, who gets the ys book of their choice.
bring it on!
(ht to dave palmer for the photo)
contenders…
There will be no trimming of the fat in this election. (Andrew Seely)
It was clear that the Governor of Colorado R. Mcdonald had made some progress in the political arena. (othy)
It appears that the Adkins movement continues as Denver voters overwhelmingly reject carbs. (Bob)
Bacon – 63%;
+ Fries – 37%;
= Bacon Fries – 100% delicious (Swish)
Time for an artery stimulus package… (cal)
This year, the youth vote proved their powers at the polls in unpredictable ways. (Rob)
“as you all know- this was a three way race until Susan Eggs dropped out of the race. Now it looks like Mr. Bacon will bring indeed bring himself home.” (Jay) (ysmarko: dude, nice old skool commercial reference!)
“The Race For The White House Slowed To A Jog, Then Stopped For A Breather, And Eventually Walked The Final 3 Miles.” (jeremy street)
Ironically, the biggest donors to both campaigns were health insurance companies… (Jeff Moulton)
An end finally came to the ugliest campaign battle in the nation. You had Fries accusing Bacon of really being Canadian, and Bacon accusing Fries of really being French. (Jeremy)
In a shocking twist, Kevin Bacon wins the election with only 3 degrees of separation. (Chad Farrand)
I voted with my gut. (Andrew Seely)
canada finally sticks it to france. (jess)
Bacon: An American Story (brian aaby) (ysmarko: nice!)
and the winner is…
yeah, i’m gonna have to go with jess’s “canada finally sticks it to france.” nice. shoot me an email, jess, with your address and book choice.
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Colorado voters have spoken and overwhelmingly support pork-barrel spending
*not shown the Independent Steve V. Shakes
There will be no trimming of the fat in this election.
In another sign of our nations growing obesity problem more ridiculous voting opportunities appear.
In an unprecedented move the state of Colorado abandoned politicians and started voting in food products.
It was clear that the Governor of Colorado R. Mcdonald had made some progress in the political arena.
I grew up “here” in Michigan
It appears that the Adkins movement continues as Denver voters overwhelmingly reject carbs.
Bacon – 63%;
+ Fries – 37%;
= Bacon Fries – 100% delicious
Fearing their own safety, pigs flee Colorado in the great Sow Migration of 2008. They are starting over in Canada…little do they know…
It looks to me that Bill is going back to his old diet.
CNN is now projecting that Bacon will win the District of Trans-fat.
Bacon and Fries are fighting hard for the coveted state senate seat, but let us not forget the two candidates who also fought hard for this position in the primaries – Cheddar and Ranch.
Historic political moment this year: a McDonald’s breakfast meal is the newest senator.
Decision ’08 – Bringing a whole new definition of “Greasing the Palms” of the voters!
Time for an artery stimulus package…
See, Bill Clinton still has influence on his party.
This year, the youth vote proved their powers at the polls in unpredictable ways.
In other news, Colorado overtakes Wisconsin for the title of “America’s Fattest State”
Brian – “Bill Clinton has influence” that was funny!
“as you all know- this was a three way race until Susan Eggs dropped out of the race. Now it looks like Mr. Bacon will bring indeed bring himself home.”
Although both campaigns promised six years of crispiness, it appears on this election night that meat has won out over potatoes.
Mayor McCheese can barely contain his excitement over the blowout victory of bacon this evening.
The race was close to fill the office abandoned by Mayor McCheese after the now infamous embezzlement scandal involving Grimace and the Hamburgler.
I have no idea why other countries think Americans are so fat!
“The Race For The White House Slowed To A Jog, Then Stopped For A Breather, And Eventually Walked The Final 3 Miles.”
“Decision 2008 Calories”
“The smear campaign against Fries has been brutal, some speculating that he may be french and not a true American born citizen”
“Earlier today, Bacon announced his running mate And Eggs”
“A bitter Ron Paul turns to hacking CNN for his revenge”
This confirms it, district 14 is the least Kosher district in the country.
Cheese from the Constitutional Party was left off the ballot in 27 counties. Polls showed that a mix between Fries, Bacon and Cheese would convince voters to EAT THE BALLOT.
Just pick the lesser of two evils and get on with it.
WWCD
What Would Cheeses Do?
Ironically, the biggest donors to both campaigns were health insurance companies…
The BIg Bad Wolf may have blown his house down, but tonight, Bacon’s goal of repealing Wolf hunting laws takes a huge leap forward.
“And in tonight’s most popular contest, with 184% of eligible voters casting votes….”
“Bacon’s campaign staged a tremendous comeback when it was revealed that Fries relied on Bacon [grease] for substance”
“YES!”
An end finally came to the ugliest campaign battle in the nation. You had Fries accusing Bacon of really being Canadian, and Bacon accusing Fries of really being French.
In a shocking twist, Kevin Bacon wins the election with only 3 degrees of separation.
It looks like either way that senate seat will have to be a love seat.
I think they went a little too far in trying to reach the over-weight voters.
“It’s 3:AM and your stomach is growling. Who do you want answering the call?”
I guess the attack ad exploiting his opponents first name “French” helped Bacon pull out a victory…
Even after running under his legally-changed first name “Freedom”, Mr. Fries was not able to recover from the October surprise revealing his birthname, French.
I voted with my gut.
canada finally sticks it to france.
hmmmmm…. breakfast, or lunch… breakfast… or lunch…
“canada finally sticks it to france.” by jess is pure genius. I know it’s marko’s pick, but, that wins in my books!
The Latest YS Book: Green Fried Bacon with a side of Fries.
Much to the relief of pig farmers, 6 out of 10 people prefer bacon to fries in a taste test in Denver.
anchorman steve just realized he has forgotten to wear pants at this crucial junction.
Where’s the Beef!
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