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Summary: Here's a book you'll want to take with you out of the house.
Review: Great Political Wit is a collection of political humor that will tickle your funny bone in mixed company. I see that other reviewers quoted liberally, but there are many other useful quotes here. Unfortunately, there aren't any of Bob Dole's quotes in this book. One of my recent favorites is one from AWARD OF DOD's DISTINGUISHED PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD - 1998/05/25 (Mr. Dole) If given the choice between receiving an award from a Secretary of Defense or appointing a Secretary of Defense, I would have picked the latter. Seriously, I am humbled and honored by this award, and it means all the more to me because it was presented by a man I have long been privileged to call my friend. Thank you, Mr. Secretary, for this ceremony, for this award, and for reminding us that when it comes to our national defense, we should not define ourselves as Democrats or Republicans, but rather, simply as Americans. I am also pleased to be joined today by the president of the American Red Cross. Throughout this century, wherever you have found American service men and women--whether on the battlefield, on the base, or in the hospital--you knew that close by you would also find the American Red Cross. And on behalf of all the past and present members of the Armed Forces here, I thank Elizabeth for the difference the Red Cross has made in our lives. And while I may not be proof of the old saying that here in America, any boy can grow up to be President, I take heart in the fact that I am proof that any boy can grow up and be married to the President . . . of the American Red Cross, that is.Well... he may wind up married to the President, period. Visit my site and see what you think of my comment.
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Summary: Humorous Stories from Both Sides of the Aisle
Review: I am a big fan of Bob Dole, and I certainly wish that he had shown this side of himself while he was running for President - he might have won. But this book lets the reader know what those of us who have followed Dole for a long time have always known, Bob Dole has a great sense of humor and a great appreciatation of humor. The book itself doesn't contain a lot of "Doleisms". Probably because his own brand of humor is a little to dry and a little too barbed to lend itself well to print. (My favorite line from Dole was one he uttered on "The Daily Show" during last year's Presidential Primaries: "Al Gore has done more for No Doz than I have ever done for Viagra.") The book itself is small, easy to read, well organized and always respectful of the other politicians and their targets when applicable. Fun little read, thumbs up.
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Summary: Humorous Stories from Both Sides of the Aisle
Review: I am a big fan of Bob Dole, and I certainly wish that he had shown this side of himself while he was running for President - he might have won. But this book lets the reader know what those of us who have followed Dole for a long time have always known, Bob Dole has a great sense of humor and a great appreciatation of humor. The book itself doesn't contain a lot of "Doleisms". Probably because his own brand of humor is a little to dry and a little too barbed to lend itself well to print. (My favorite line from Dole was one he uttered on "The Daily Show" during last year's Presidential Primaries: "Al Gore has done more for No Doz than I have ever done for Viagra.") The book itself is small, easy to read, well organized and always respectful of the other politicians and their targets when applicable. Fun little read, thumbs up.
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Summary: Clever and entertaining.
Review: If Dole had put together his election campaign as cleverly as he has this book he would be president today.
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Summary: Heard most of it.
Review: It's funny, but if you know Bob Dole, you've heard much of this before
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Summary: Should have been published prior to the election
Review: Senator Robert Dole is known for many personal and professional attributes. However, his having a sense of humor is not an item that would have made it on to many lists. Mr. Dole always seemed quite serious, so when I read his collection of bi-partisan political humor, he had both collected and contributed to, I was extremely surprised. The traditional image of our elected officials is that they go after each other while practicing the blood sport they call politics, the manner they govern the country after a minority of its citizens bother to vote. The reality of course is quite different, and this collection is brilliant with wit, and not just of the political variety. Many of the comments in the book took place long before anything other than politically correct generic humor (which is almost an oxymoron) became the standard. The good natured jokes shared by legends like Tip O'Neil, Truman, Churchill, Kennedy, and a good cross section of 20th politicians and those who reported on their every move, were given and taken in stride. What really struck me was how well these elected officials get along when the press is not watching, forcing them to become various shades of gray. Senator Robert Byrd who is described as being a master of Roman History stated during a debate that "If Cicero were alive today, he would oppose the Balanced Budget Amendment". Senator Dole claims Senator Strom Thurmond, who has been in office since President Andrew Jackson, "jumped up and said, I knew Cicero. Cicero was a friend of mind. And I know he was in favor of a Balanced Budget Amendment." I have stated in other reviews that I am a great admirer of Sir Winston Churchill. Senator Dole quotes him several times in the book, but this is one I had forgotten. In response to the concept that "familiarity breeds contempt", Churchill responded, "without a certain amount of familiarity we would breed nothing at all." A great read for any and all parties, voters and non-voters alike.
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Summary: Should have been published prior to the election
Review: Senator Robert Dole is known for many personal and professional attributes. However, his having a sense of humor is not an item that would have made it on to many lists. Mr. Dole always seemed quite serious, so when I read his collection of bi-partisan political humor, he had both collected and contributed to, I was extremely surprised. The traditional image of our elected officials is that they go after each other while practicing the blood sport they call politics, the manner they govern the country after a minority of its citizens bother to vote. The reality of course is quite different, and this collection is brilliant with wit, and not just of the political variety. Many of the comments in the book took place long before anything other than politically correct generic humor (which is almost an oxymoron) became the standard. The good natured jokes shared by legends like Tip O'Neil, Truman, Churchill, Kennedy, and a good cross section of 20th politicians and those who reported on their every move, were given and taken in stride. What really struck me was how well these elected officials get along when the press is not watching, forcing them to become various shades of gray. Senator Robert Byrd who is described as being a master of Roman History stated during a debate that "If Cicero were alive today, he would oppose the Balanced Budget Amendment". Senator Dole claims Senator Strom Thurmond, who has been in office since President Andrew Jackson, "jumped up and said, I knew Cicero. Cicero was a friend of mind. And I know he was in favor of a Balanced Budget Amendment." I have stated in other reviews that I am a great admirer of Sir Winston Churchill. Senator Dole quotes him several times in the book, but this is one I had forgotten. In response to the concept that "familiarity breeds contempt", Churchill responded, "without a certain amount of familiarity we would breed nothing at all." A great read for any and all parties, voters and non-voters alike.
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Summary: There Is Indeed Life After Politics
Review: The minute I got home from the book store, I began reading the book and I had a hard time putting it down. As I was reading the book, I realized that this was not the Bob Dole that the public got to know during his 30 plus years as a public servant. The jokes were very humorous. From this book, we are able to see a side of Bob Dole that not too many people had the privilidge to see during the 1996 presidential campaign. This book was a worthwhile investment. I loved the book!
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Summary: bob dole is an old impotent geezer
Review: this book is a boring bunch of crub about bob dole . here is a joke. what is bob dole's favorite band? LIMP BIZKIT!
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Summary: If you like politics and you have a sense of humor...
Review: This book is a good collector's item for those who love hearing about how Churchill, Reagan, JFK, FDR, Calvin Coolidge and countless others infuse some humor into their political lives. It was quick reading and funny, and truly bipartisan. Dole's contributions were good as well, but most of the book is quotes from other statesmen. (Question: What is a statesman? Answer: A politician who has been dead ten years. It's from the book.) A good one to have on the shelf if you like politics, would make a great gift for someone who does. And you don't have to like Bob Dole to like it, though it doesn't hurt.
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