You really gotta love this guy. I mean, he obviously wants to be a U.S. Senator and isn't afraid to show it.
Here's a 71-year-old guy who probably thought he'd gone as far as he was going to go in his political career. And its been a pretty good one. Illinois Comptroller and Attorney General are quite weighty offices. And then . . . boom. Yeah, I'm sure he'd rather have been nominated by someone who hasn't just been outed as a crook and a creep. But still. U.S. Senator. Very cool for him.
I think the main reason that I like him is that he's obviously so delighted and thrilled by the idea of being a Senator. We like to see that, right? We like to see people who appreciate the opportunities that they have or the honors that they're given. Has anyone really forgiven Jennifer Connelley for her lackluster reaction to winning an Oscar in 2002? Whatever her personal irritation or grief at the time overrode any kind of joy or excitement over WINNING AN OSCAR. Even though I think she's very talented, I can't help my reaction every time I see her. Hmph. You ain't THAT great.
Roland Burris is no Jennifer Connelley. He wants the job. He's happy over the very idea of being a Senator. It is a very cool job. I'm rooting for him.
Into the Sky
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