Blog Guy, what is Rod Blagojevich, that former Illinois governor, doing since he left office in disgrace?
Good question. That has been a real mystery, until very recently. It appears he took one of those two-week online matador courses, bought a silly outfit, and is now working as a bullfighter in Spain. I spotted him in a photo from Pamplona.
You’re right! I mean, the governor’s smirk has been replaced by a contemptuous sneer, but I’d recognize that trademark hair ANYWHERE! What was it that first tipped you off?
Well, for starters, this bullfighter goes by the nickname of “El Gobernador.” A coincidence? I think not.
Plus, I would imagine that working in proximity to Chicago’s stockyards must look pretty good on a bullfighter job application, don’t you think?
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Former Governor Rod Blagojevich, of Illinois, in a 2008 file photo. REUTERS/Jeff Haynes
Spanish bullfighter Juan Jose Padilla adjusts his montera (hat) before a bullfight at the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, July 12, 2009. REUTERS/ Susana Vera
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I am not completely sure it’s the same guy; there’s no money to be ripped off and it’s awfully difficult to pay off the presidency in bullfights, so I doubt Blagojevich could be attracted to them.
- Posted by Mwhat a worthless article, how do you get this crap posted on reuters. unbelievable.
- Posted by SWell, I wouldn’t exactly call it an article…
- Posted by Robert BaslerOh look, it’s one of those people who don’t understand the concept of “humor blog”. Is it that time of the month already?
- Posted by CyaHe could make plenty of money by making bets and then throwing the fight, though I’m not sure how many times he could let the bull gore him…
- Posted by drewbieLooks as though he got a nose job to look “more Spanish”. Obviously he’s saving up winnings to come back a few years down the road and run for office as the First Hispanic
- Posted by Mary KYou can’t fool me. Blago actually is ghosting Oddly Enough …
- Posted by slcForget Rod Blagojevich. How about Tony Montana?
“Choo know what a hasa is, Frank? That’s a pig that don’t fly straight!”…
- Posted by Bandage