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Friday, October 10, 2008

 

YOUTHOPIA
By Marylaine Louise Viernes
Bring on the PAIN (reliever)!

 
It has been said that when America sneezes, the world catches a cold. The inconceivable had already occurred with the collapse of the strongest financial institutions. Of course, this predicament causes more problems not only in the Unites States, but it is also affecting other world markets. This economic depression does not only translate to loss of livelihood, but it may also mean defeat for many who aspire to achieve the American dream.

This is only one of the many things that leave America under the weather. There are many other issues such as foreign policy and national security and other fancy tags to various ailments. Many have talked about these economic problems and how they can be best dealt with, but then a challenge as large as this can’t possibly be magicked away with a wand. Every waking day, many people will walk through the realities of this, not having a choice but to acclimatize to it until it lifts. I do not really pretend to understand everything about this problem, but I do know that indirectly, even our lives get affected. So, if the most seasoned statesmen, policy-makers and collared pretenders cannot do anything about these problems, what can a perplexed columnist from a third-world country propose?

I always tune in to the Presidential debates and I am always eager to hear about the presidential candidates’ answers when it comes to the economic setbacks the United States is experiencing. So, this brings me to the conclusion that . . .

The solution to most of America’s woes lies in drinking a PAIN reliever. When we say PAIN, what should come into your minds Palin-McCain! I am all for these two for they always seem to know what they are talking about, as witnessed in their interviews and debates. They keep me glued like flies to feces.

Okay, I may not be concrete yet and I seem to be beating around the Bush. To win my case, I will explain why I am all for the PAIN relievers from the Republican Party. Allow me to translate everything in simple, understandable words, or what they call, in Lehman’s terms:

1. Succor Mom—This is such a unique, sophisticated label! Imagine, having a VP that is not only pretty, but also spontaneous and feisty! Succor clearly means a mother of aid and assistance. So I am certain that she is the right one for the job! Also, she is just too cute every time she winks and says “you betcha.” But then again, maybe I heard wrong. Maybe her self-proclaimed title wasn’t “Succor Mom,” not even “soccer mom!” Because lately, she is turning more than just a hip, helpful lady. She is turning into a Shocker Mom—the kind that pesters you with how she disgraces empowered women. Her antics may win her tons of erection among mindless men, but hopefully not in the election!

2. McCain—I listened to the Presidential debate on Wednesday and I totally cheered for my hero John McCain! He mentioned something insightful that went something like, ‘a man must learn to speak with a calm voice, but must walk with a cane.’ I truly commend him for walking the talk, because not only does he seem to walk with a cane, this very word is also reflected in his name! Senator McCain is quite old and totally bent over with nothing but memoirs of wars past, brandishing irrelevant views that do not seem to truly address the realities at hand. Now that is what you call a McCain in the neck!

3. Alaska (door)—another term pertaining to Palin; you have to hand it to her; she deserves to win the crown of Missus America! Her response during interviews always elicits a standing ovation! I agree with her—the state of Alaska is near Russia and so she must easily be able to walk from Alaska, climb the fence and be in Russia and know everything she has to know! She has proven time and again that she is a woman who has it all—except a clue!

So remember that if you want some relief from your everyday aches and pains, then PAIN Relievers that come in Repackaged Public Cans is what you should buy! Ailin’ Palin and Mockin’ McCain is for you! But remember that PAIN relievers only make your mind forget the pain, but it’s been tried and tested; it cannot heal the root.

Before buying, here’s another thing to remember: a side effect of these PAIN Relievers making your skin turn into grime just like what they are trying to throw at Barack Obama. Don’t they notice that Barack is already black? All the mudslinging is useless.

apotheosis.multiply.com/ marylaine_viernes@manilatimes.net

   
 

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