Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Emily Esfahani Smith, Ed. ·
Nov 5, 2010 at 5:34am
The joys of facebook. Here is the caption, edited for decency, that was included with this picture:
Cultural Differences Noticed at the G20 meeting in Toronto ...
The Canadian: Self-absorbed and disconnected from reality.
The American: Businesslike, unwilling to be distracted.
The French and the Italian: "LOOK AT THAT [three-letter expletive deleted]!"
Got your own caption--that's PG, gentlemanly, and CoC-respecting, of course?
(h/t member & friend Charlie Dameron).
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Oct '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
The American: Businessliken unwilling to be distracted.
The French and the Italian: "Why is she ignoring us?"
The Canadian: "Alriiight, dropping those papers worked perfectly..."
May '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
"Well if this is what you meant by more stimulus, we're on board, Mr. President."
Jul '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
The Canadian: Still convinced he picked the wrong tie for the event; feeling slightly unsure of himself in sharing the stage with the US, France, and Italy.
The American: Resolutely determined to avoid any whiff of Clintonesque behavior while projecting calm detachment.
The Frenchman: "Check out my fabulous heels."
The Italian: "Maybe I could make you a member of my cabinet."
Edited on Nov 5, 2010 at 6:12amMay '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
"Yes, America's Democrats have a fine mascot."
May '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Emily Esfahani Smith, Ed. PG, gentlemanly, and CoC-respecting, of course?
The game is over right after the rules are published!
May '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
"Is it just me, or are the interns really hot this year?"
Actually, I think Obama was sternly warned after so brazenly ogling that Brazilian girl's bootay. Never Again. But much prefer the Gallic/Romantic honest appreciation. And the Canadian hapless laughter.
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Duane Oyen
Emily Esfahani Smith, Ed. PG, gentlemanly, and CoC-respecting, of course?
The game is over right after the rules are published! · Nov 5 at 7:27am
Oh come on, surely you can come up with something genteel, yet funny! I have faith in you, Duane.
Jul '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Even as President Obama turns to the emptiness of the left, Western Europe looks rightward for more promising outcomes.
Sep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Caption:
"Harper: Is this microphone on? The bombing begins in 5 minutes. In Buffalo."
"Obama: I've been told to wear an expression like a pineapple was placed up my bottom (note to CoC: Steyn said it onair so don't you dare edit this)
"Sarkozy: Only in Canada you say?"
"Berlusconi: Pity."
Oct '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Winner! For me, at least.
Cogent political commentary with just a hint of innuendo.
Sep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
David Roy
Winner! For me, at least.
Cogent political commentary with just a hint of innuendo. · Nov 5 at 8:18am
Its good, but it does have a faint whiff of something the Economist would write underneath one of their Lexingtons.
Sep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
2nd attempt:
"Mr. President, are these type of examinations covered under your new health care plan?"
Sep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Hillary Clinton:
"As usual, one woman does the work of four men."
Sep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
The Canadian: Self-absorbed and disconnected from reality.
Well, I don't mean to brag.
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Pseudodionysius: 2nd attempt:
"Mr. President, are these type of examinations covered under your new health care plan?" · Nov 5 at 8:23a
Pseudodionysius:
Hillary Clinton: "As usual, one woman does the work of four men."
· Nov 5 at 8:28am
Pseudo -- you are on a roll! Everyone is -- these are all hilarious, keep 'em coming!
Edited on Nov 5, 2010 at 8:35amSep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Obama: "Has anyone seen the pant leg of Sandy Berger in the room?"
May '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
Emily Esfahani Smith, Ed.
Pseudodionysius: 2nd attempt:
"Mr. President, are these type of examinations covered under your new health care plan?" · Nov 5 at 8:23a
Pseudodionysius:
Hillary Clinton: "As usual, one woman does the work of four men."
· Nov 5 at 8:28am
Pseudo -- you are on a roll! Everyone is -- these are all hilarious, keep 'em coming! · Nov 5 at 8:34am
Edited on Nov 05 at 08:35 am
You're tempting me into perdition, young Emily. Like Breitbart-Geraghty territory. I mean, we can't make jokes about Obama trying desperately not to look stiff...
Sep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
4th attempt:
"The North American alliance demonstrates stiffening resolve as some Europeans take their eyes off the ball."
Sep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
5th attempt:
"Teleprompt-her"
Edited on Nov 5, 2010 at 10:24amSep '10
Re: Cultural Differences, in a Snapshot
6th attempt:
"Mr. President, did you bring hope and loose change to your country?"