185 Stupid Things Republicans Have Said

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With 55 million registered voters, the Republican Party hails as the second-largest political party in the United States. That adds up to a lot of people saying a lot of stuff. Ted Rueter has compiled a collection of the dumbest quotes on record from members of the GOP in his pocket-sized book 185 Stupid Things Republicans Have Said (Andrews McMeel Publishing, $5.99).

• As the 2008 presidential candidates race each other for the finish line, Americans can relish the current office holder's words of wisdom that will remain with us for the rest of history:

"There's an old saying in Tennessee—I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee—that says, fool me once, shame on—shame on you. Fool me—you can't get fooled again." President George W. Bush

• We rely on the press to bring us up-to-date and accurate news from the White House and governing bodies. However, the press is not immune to saying stupid things, and Ted Rueter is there to record them:

"Democrats actually hate working-class people." Ann Coulter, syndicated columnist

• Actors make great political speeches and statements on TV, but in real life, consider:

"I think that gay marriage should be between a man and a woman." Arnold Schwarzenegger

Perfect for a laugh during what is sure to be a politically charged year, and alphabetized by category for easy perusal, 185 Stupid Things Republicans Have Said is the perfect gift for your favorite light-hearted Republican or Democrat seeking revenge. (And Rueter is an equal-opportunity "collector." Republicans will surely appreciate 185 Stupid Things Democrats Have Said, also hot off the press from Andrews McMeel Publishing!)

About Ted Rueter

Ted Rueter earned a master's degree from the University of Chicago and a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, both in political science. Ted has worked for the mayor of Madison, for a United States Congressman, for the Wisconsin and Minnesota state legislatures, and for several candidates for political office. He is also director of Noise Free America, a national citizens group opposed to noise pollution.

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185 Stupid Things Republicans Have Said

By: Ted Rueter
ISBN-10: 978-0-7407-7236-8
Format:Paperback, 3 3/8 x 3 3/4, 144 pages
Price: $5.99 ($6.99 Canada)