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Who is Olberman’s “Best Person in the World” this week?

EdBPITW.JPGIf I were you, I’d be on the lookout for pale horsemen flying through the skies, because in addition to other signs of a pending apocalypse, Keith Olberman has named our friend and very conservative pundit, Ed Morrissey, as the best person on the world. Initial rumors that Olberman had: (a) confused him with Ed Schulz, or, (b) suffered from some sort of unfortunate neuro-cardial event, were quickly dismissed. The news of this prestigious award, of course, sends Allahpundit into spasms of confusion and depression.

But no, it’s Ed for his post on the National Guard’s non-internment camps. For the rare distinction of having earned Olbermann’s blessing, let me be the first to say to Ed: You are the RINO king. Enjoy the throne of shame; if you need me, I’ll be at the bar adjusting to my new role as Hot Air’s “true conservative.”

I… I… just don’t know what to say. My world view has been shattered. What’s next? Michelle Malkin and Rachel Maddow co-hosting a show on how to rebuild the engine of a 72 Grand Torino, including helpful tips on how to get that pesky number 8 spark plug out without removing the front left wheel?

The truly odd part is that this particular honor came on the same day that Ed was named by John Hawkins as one of the most respected conservatives in the country. (In all fairness, he came in tied with Anne Coulter, so I’m not sure how much of an honor that one was.)

Still, he’ll have to go a ways to match my own accolades for receiving the “Asshat of the Day” award from The Other McCain. By the way, Bob, I’m still waiting for my trophy and certificate suitable for mounting.

  • roro80
    I do realize that sometimes it's tough for conservatives to understand how liberals will agree with something that a conservative says if it makes sense. It seems to happen less and less (the conservatives-saying-something-that-makes-sense, that is), but it does happen from time to time.

    To be clear, I'm just ribbing you with this comment. It's just funny how this is so surprising to the right. Sure, Olberman is one of the lefties on TV, but he's certainly not averse to slamming Democrats he disagrees with nor to praising Republicans he agrees with.
  • Leonidas
    I agree with Olbermann's analysis and recognition of "Captain Ed", after all it is possible to agree with Olbermann if he makes sense. It happens rarely, but it does happen from time to time.
  • HemmD
    I guess that weird "if they tell the truth despite political consequences" meme would confuse conservative bomb throwers.

    What do you say Jazz, could this be the beginning of the Great Reconciliation?"

    By the way, how's your global warming bet going. Here in Missouri, I'd be rich.
  • roro80
    So you would disagree, Leonidas, with Allahpundits's assessment that being recognized by Olbermann proves once and for all that Morrissey is a RINO? Eh, we all have different opinions, and it's good to recognize when someone we don't usually agree with says something we do agree with. You, me, Olbermann, good stuff -- and also doesn't happen as often as it should. :)
  • Pat
    *snicker*
  • casualobserver
    Hey, even a busted clock tells the correct time twice a day.
  • "By the way, how's your global warming bet going. Here in Missouri, I'd be rich.'

    We just had two days in a row above the average, so I'm back to being 700 bucks ahead, but tomorrow is supposed to be cool again, so I should be in good shape.
  • Father_Time
    I've often wondered why someone would make a hat from an ass. What if you tried one on and it was to big?
  • Leonidas
    I been called a RINO way too often to take any heed of people who use the term.
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