Could Muppets Really Win a U.S. Presidential Election?

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The discussion revolves around the humorous idea of Muppets participating in a U.S. presidential election, exploring the representations of various political figures as Muppet characters. The scope includes light-hearted commentary and playful engagement with political satire.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express enjoyment over the Muppet representations of political figures, noting specific characters like Beaker and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew.
  • There are playful exchanges about the inability to forget the Muppet theme song, indicating its catchy nature and impact on participants.
  • One participant humorously questions the authenticity of politicians, suggesting that they are essentially the same regardless of their appearance.
  • Another participant proposes the idea of Kermit as a presidential candidate, adding to the playful tone of the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share a light-hearted agreement on the humorous nature of the topic, but there are varying opinions on which Muppet representations are the best or most fitting.

Contextual Notes

The discussion relies heavily on humor and personal interpretations of Muppet characters, which may not reflect broader political views or serious analysis.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in political satire, humor related to pop culture, or fans of the Muppets may find this discussion engaging.

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Some of those are pretty good representations.
 
manamenah!
 
Cyrus said:
manamenah!

Oh, I hate you! Now I can't get that tune out of my head!

Zz.
 
Loved the Ron Paul one. :smile: That screaming horn was perfect.
 
ZapperZ said:
Oh, I hate you! Now I can't get that tune out of my head!

Zz.

ma na na nuh nuh nuh, ma nuh nuh da de da, doo doo ... (shakes head)...manahmenah.
 
Evo said:
Loved the Ron Paul one. :smile: That screaming horn was perfect.
That's Beaker, Dr Bunsen Honeydew's lab assistant and occasional experimental subject.

Romney does do a good Guy Smiley!
 
Are the real politicians the ones on the right or the left? :rolleyes: :biggrin:
 
Moonbear said:
Are the real politicians the ones on the right or the left? :rolleyes: :biggrin:

They are the same person, Moonbie. Just that the one on the left is with make-up, while the right is without.

:)

Zz.
 
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ZapperZ said:
They are the same person, Moonbie. Just that the one on the left is with make-up, while the right is without.

:)

Zz.

Oh! Now I get it. Must've been a blonde moment.
 
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Kermit for President!
 

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