WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report) - President Barack Obama told reporters today that when it comes to supporting the so-called "public option," he is in favor of a "don't ask, don't tell" policy.
"Don't ask me if I support it, because I won't tell you," the president said.
As the negotiations over health care reform reach a crucial stage, Mr. Obama said that for his own part he was in favor of "the silent option."
Elsewhere, New York Yankees slugger A-Rod and actress Kate Hudson informed the press that now that they are a couple, they would like to be referred to jointly as K-Rudson. More here.
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Peter Daou: Don't Bother Waiting for Bloggers to Get Credit for the Public Option
The credit will go to liberal-leaning legislators and will reference "public support," neglecting the fact that it took bloggers to draw attention to the polling that showed a majority favored the public option.
Now is the time to let Congress know you support and insist upon a public option for your health insurance. This option will put pressure on insurance companies to offer plans that meet your needs.
Andy Stern: There's No Such Thing As A Republican Filibuster: It's Time to Deliver
There is no such thing as a Republican filibuster. Right now, the only ones who can stand in the way of giving the American people meaningful health care reform are our elected Democratic Senators.
Robert Creamer: Every Democratic Senator Must Vote to Allow an Up or Down Vote on Health Care
If a Democratic Senator votes to prevent his party from having an up or down vote on its top domestic priority, he is endangering the political lives of his swing district colleagues. That would be unforgivable.
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