I still cannot believe that Bush appointed John Bolton after all that sturm und drang. Why would you want someone who has all the charm and tact of a Russell Crowe trying to use a hotel telephone in an important diplomatic position? But then again, it's always all about Bush — his right to appoint his people, as opposed to who would be the best person to represent the entire United States and its long-term interests. So.
But I have this funny little movie playing in my head of a UN session with Bolton at it.
John Bolton: We want to invade Iran. You will help us, or this building will lose ten stories and nobody will notice.
All 190 other members of the UN, in unison: Go.Fuck.Yourself.
Or maybe he'll surprise us all, be slightly more tactful...
John Bolton: We have a plan to fight the global struggle on extreme terrorism. We'd like you to help supply troops.
190 member countries: Hmmm (pretend to think about it) We've got to consult with the home offices. We'll get back to you in... er... February 2007?
John Bolton: #$&#$@)!!! (Throws a telephone)
Hey, I can dream, can't I?
