Unbelievable

I am going to do my very best to resist the temptation to comment on Presidential politics this election cycle. Frankly, I see little to like in any current candidate. That being said, I could not let what went on last night during a "forum" by the Democrat candidates pass without saying something. The following comments were seen on Free Republic.

"…Joe Biden bragging about getting tested for AIDS. Biden says he knows Obama got tested for AIDS. [Wow, is that something these 2 fellows talk about at one of their swanky cocktail parties? Weird.] Is this a group confessional or a presidential debate? Camera cuts to Obama and he doesn’t seem very happy. Biden finishes bloviating and Obama interrupts to clarify that “I got tested for AIDS with [my wife] Michelle. Just so there’s no confusion.” [Now there's an idea for a date with your wife.]

Obama's comment was accompanied by laughter. Hardy, har-har. Very funny. Is this the level of debate and discussion in American politics now, gloating over who has been tested for AIDS?! Is that supposed to be a qualifying characteristic for presidential candidates now? Can you picture our Founding Fathers listening in on this? Why would a married man who has been faithful to his marriage vows and faithful to his wife waste time and resources [for those who really need to be tested] being tested for AIDS? Is that considered chic now? How about that for a campaign platform - "Vote For Me: I've Been Tested for Aids!" Maybe the Republicans can counter with: "Vote For Me: I've Been Tested for Stupidity!" (And the test was positive.) Unbelievable.

This level of discussion is absolutely embarrassing for its stupidity and pandering. At least Mrs. Bill Clinton didn't try her ridiculous, patronizing Southern-fried accent. The buffoon.

Sorry, I guess I could not resist. Yes, this does qualify as a rant. I was overdue.