A Tale of Two Goobers

Here in Michigan, we are in the midst of a heated gubernatorial campaign. Now that, in and of itself, is not especially noteworthy. But the thing that catches my eye, the thing that I practically obsess about, is the word "gubernatorial". The first two syllables are pronounced "goober". Who was the Einstein who thought that one up? How the hell can news anchors keep a straight face when they have to say "goober" several times during a news program? (Not applicable if it's a special segment looking back at the old "Andy Griffith Show".)

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We have had the "old" goober (not literally old) for four years, and now we have the "new" goober... or more appropriately, the goober-wanna-be. Personally, I always preferred Raisinets, but that's just me.

Maybe we can start a petition to replace the word "governor" with the word "goober". That would certainly liven up state politics, wouldn't it? (One notable exception: British people would still be encouraged to use the word "governor", 'cause it just sounds cool to hear a British person say " 'Ello, Gov'nor!")

So, no matter who you're voting for, don't forget to go out on November 7th and vote for your favorite goober. If you don't vote, then all your bitching and whining is nothing more than a hollow pile of bullshit. (Don't worry, I'll remind you again when it gets closer.)