The ancients came up with the notion of the sublime—speech so over the top that audiences undergo an out-of-body experience. This candidate for county treasurer achieves total sublimity.
Update on Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 09:02AM by
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Was the speech ironic or not? Most pundits seem to think it was genuine and heartfelt, if overstimulated. But could it have been a secret Chris Farley tribute? Figarists decide!
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