The bad news: Jesse Ventura says he is not going to run for the senate. Jesse is an egotist and a bit of a bully, but he is also a breath of fresh air. If there is anyone in America who could potentially embody a 2008 version of “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,” it’s him. And that’s because of his thick skin combined with intellect. Yes … I did … say … “intellect.” He has it. He’s not particularly articulate, but he is savvy and his heart is in the right place. But he’s not running, and that’s a shame for all of us.
Because of Jesse’s massive ego, I wouldn’t trust him as president. But I do think he would be an absolute delight as a senator. I wouldn’t give a damn if he accomplished nothing; it would be worth it, just to hear him skewer the powers-that-be on the evening news.
Alas, it’s not to be. And that’s a real shame.
The good news? North by Northwest is on TCM right now, so fuck this blog, I’m watching it for the umpteenth time ….
