Thursday, September 20, 2012

And the Winner Is. . .

The videotape released this week by Mother Jones is so priceless and revealing it's hard to know what to say.  Instead, I'll make some awards:

Best supporting actor: James Carter IV for discovering the footage and shepherding it towards publication--and for making his granddad proud.

Best critical review: David Brooks of The New York Times for his withering critique.  Click here if you missed it.

Best graphics representation: Andrew Morgan and Katy Waldman from Slate for their funny flow chart.  Answer questions like "Do you believe you're entitled to food?" and the chart will direct you to your preferred presidential candidate.

Best Gatsby-esque feature: The tinkling and clinking sounds of fine glassware, china, and silver that reverberate throughout the tape, as a backdrop to Mitt's ambling remarks.

Best (and most unusual) cinematographer: Deep Throat, whoever she or he may be, for shooting footage that makes you feel like a spy.

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