DISQUS

CapitolFax.com: Caption contest!

  • Chicago Cynic · 2 years ago
    His chances for higher office in the U.S. dashed, Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich meets with Speaker of the Indian Parliament about Indian elections!
  • Central Illinois · 2 years ago
    After Rod's failed attempt to sell his Health Care package as a "Mission from God", Rod tweaked his message, saying it was a "Mission from Ganesh".
  • Beerman · 2 years ago
    I am the eggman, they are the eggmen, I am the walrus,coo coo c'choo
  • one of the 35 · 2 years ago
    Chicago Theatre group Director (left) announces pretty boy Blago to audition for role in upcoming HMS Pinafore production.
  • Fan of the Game · 2 years ago
    The King and...

    Well, there is nobody else. It is I, THE KING!
  • Shawnee Souix · 2 years ago
    PIT (Perception Intelligence Test)Question 21: There are seven heads in this photograph. Which two are real?
  • Snapewho · 2 years ago
    And I thought the emperor had no clothes!
  • schroedk · 2 years ago
    Holy Cow!
  • so-called "Austin Mayor" · 2 years ago
    "I'll clean up Illinois politics in my next incarnation!"

    -- SCAM
  • downhereforyears · 2 years ago
    Quote from the lady in the picture, " Governor take that off, you're embarassing me".
  • Snapewho · 2 years ago
    Looks like the govenor has been in Janet Reno's closet again.
  • Midwest GOP · 2 years ago
    "I'm so pretty, oh so pretty, I am pretty and witty and gay; and I pity any legislator who isn't me today."
  • Lexingtonian · 2 years ago
    A take off on so-called Austin Mayor's caption, “I’ll clean up Illinois politics after my next incarceration!”
  • Anonymoose · 2 years ago
    Does this shirt make my face look fat?
  • Levois · 2 years ago
    The governor trying too hard to blend in with other cultures.
  • RightGirl · 2 years ago
    With Patti safely quarantined at the State Fair Cow Barn promoting husband's "work for the people"...Rod and his other gal step out on the town in full costume.
  • ZC · 2 years ago
    For all those imprisoned in Springfield's legislative Waste Land, Rod says, "Datta. Dayadhvam. Damyata. Shantih shantih shantih!"
  • Yikes · 2 years ago
    You should see the pants, they go so well with the blue suedes...Viva Las India!
  • Fan of the Game · 2 years ago
    - ZC - Wednesday, Aug 15, 07 @ 9:08 am:

    For all those imprisoned in Springfield’s legislative Waste Land, Rod says, “Datta. Dayadhvam. Damyata. Shantih shantih shantih!”

    August is the cruelest month, breeding
    Malice out of the dead legislative process, mixing
    Politics with cow dung, stirring
    Animosity with State Fair photo ops...
  • L.S. · 2 years ago
    "Why don't you come with me little girl, on a magic healthcare ride"
  • HoosierDaddy · 2 years ago
    Next year's Sanjaya, it's-- Bollywood ROD!
  • JJ · 2 years ago
    I know! I'll outsource all the legislative positions to India!
  • Latham Place · 2 years ago
    I always knew I was a Prince!
  • Lula May · 2 years ago
    This pretty much confirms what I've been saying. The " DRAMA QUEEN ". Where's the earrings ?
  • austin powers · 2 years ago
    Yeah, baby! YEAH!
  • Seneca · 2 years ago
    "I don't care how nice your embroidery is, get your hands off me!"
  • Sarbanharble · 2 years ago
    Anyone ever seen the movie, "The Guru?" I think this is a still from one of the party scenes.
  • Ron Burgundy · 2 years ago
    Liberace
  • WooHoo · 2 years ago
    I found someone willing to be in a picture with me. She's not happy about it, but she's in it.
  • How's It · 2 years ago
    "How do you like my new Emperor outfit?", says former governor Blagoofy.
  • South of I-80 · 2 years ago
    "You like me" "you really, really like me"!
  • 500 or bust · 2 years ago
    Despite his new blouse, Illinoisans still agree that the emperor has no clothes.
  • scoot · 2 years ago
    What in the world?
  • Pat Collins · 2 years ago
    Gov. Rod expands his personal healthcare to include drinking practices of past Indian Prime ministers. He dressed to highlight this. So did his companion.
  • With all respect to Bridget · 2 years ago
    It's BollyRod, starring Roddy Shankar
  • Moody · 2 years ago
    Young lady: "Mr. Governor would you take a picture with me for my campaign flier I will be using for the 08 elections? I live near Midway airport and I will be running to unseat the current state rep from the 22nd district."
    Gov. Rod "I would be delighted to take a picture with you. By the way are you a Democrat?"
  • Lance Stevens · 2 years ago
    That can't be Rod... His hair looks a little messed up
  • sparky · 2 years ago
    IL Gov. Rod Blagojevich poses with his new "Relevance Coordinator". This work has been outsourced "out of country."
  • Collin Hitt · 2 years ago
    Wait, don't take the picture. Pass me the football.
  • Southern Illinois iPhone · 2 years ago
    "When you vote against universal health care, you are voting against Ghandi!"
  • Gracie · 2 years ago
    "Belive me! We are off on a magic carpet ride!"
  • Sari · 2 years ago
    Rod trying out his new trial attire, he want to give off the illusion of being mystical to the jurors.
  • Gracie · 2 years ago
    "I love playing dress up!"
  • Anonymous · 2 years ago
    An individual from a culture whose thinking is very different from ours and who has no knowledge of Illinois constitutional law poses with some lady at a department store.
  • Not So Fast · 2 years ago
    The Governor attempts to curry favor with yet another voter.
  • Wanting to fit in...... · 2 years ago
    What Governor Blagojevich wears to the clandestine meetings at Walker Bros. Pancake House in Willmette.
  • anonymous · 2 years ago
    now where's that lamp you were telling me about?
  • Bushie · 2 years ago
    Did the teeth come with that outfit or were they an accessory?
  • Hey Genie · 2 years ago
    Um,that's not a lamp you're rubbing.
  • Mr. Potato Head · 2 years ago
    Give me back my snap-on hair!
  • Ha ha · 2 years ago
    He smiles because he has no clue what's going on. Oh wait he knows what's going he just don't care!
  • Old Elephant · 2 years ago
    Get your tickets on Fandango my darling
  • Rich Miller · 2 years ago
    Anon 10:24, if this was a real contest, I think you'd win.
  • Anonymous · 2 years ago
    Disgruntled, Rod is now pressing to outsource the Democratic Party to India.
  • zatoichi · 2 years ago
    Paul was wearing this the other night during the Top 10 skit and the guys at Bravo said it was the coming hot fashion for the fall so I just had to get it.
  • He makes Ryan Look like a Sain · 2 years ago
    "It is going to be ok Mrs Rezko, I will issue a pardon if he gets convicted."
    "Oh it is a federal crime? Thats ok, I will pardon him anyway, I can do whatever I want"
  • Ernest T. Bass · 2 years ago
    Looks like he got the job as a telemarketer.
  • Snapewho · 2 years ago
    State fair officials had unveiled the newest exhibit on the midway: The very rare mult-gender, mult-cultural Siamese twin. Among other things they share is the need to ruin the American economies. Viewing of this exhibit is not recommended for anyone with a heart condition or any participant of a state of Illinois retirement system.
  • Timewriter · 2 years ago
    Governor Blagojevich readies for his trip to Rishikesh, India to meet up with the Maharishi to meditate the Feds away.
    Governor asked his staff if the Beatles would be there too, he had some songs ideas.
  • Chief Kay · 2 years ago
    Blago."Don't you think those earrings would look better with MY outfit"
  • Fake Bill · 2 years ago
    Patti thought this would be best. I can't do buttons by myself.
  • ivoted4judy · 2 years ago
    When I got invited to this "INDIAN" event, I thought I was getting the Chief Illinwek outfit to wear" D-O-T not feathers idiot!!!!
  • Marbley · 2 years ago
    Elvis starts his 2008 tour.
  • Huh? · 2 years ago
    who is this guy and why does he have his arm around me?
  • blogman · 2 years ago
    "I believe that all Indian children should be provided with free healthcare and I will call a special session of the Illinois General Assembly to ask them to fund this plan."
  • RAI · 2 years ago
    I am now the Prime Minister of Illinois bow down before me. Now bring me your women
  • BIG R.PH. · 2 years ago
    What no DOT on the forehead?

    The G-Rodess misses another opportunity!
  • Blaming Rod For Everything And · 2 years ago
    I second Rich's comment regarding Anon 10:24.
  • Just Sayin' · 2 years ago
    Agreed with Rich on Anon 10:24...
  • WARDOG · 2 years ago
    Rod: "Your picture and big smile will get you 711 more motels and convenience stores." Dolly Lama: "Oh Rod, you have so much testular verility."
  • Tim · 2 years ago
    this is too much
  • Are You Ready? · 2 years ago
    New opening act for Joe Walsh this Saturday now that Grand Funk Railroad pulled out.

    Aside: What were THEY thinking?
  • Not Surprised by Anything · 2 years ago
    Gov. Rod Blagojevich D-(Jones) poses with close associate and campaign contributor Anita Mahajan at a recent IIFOR (Indicted Indian Friends of Rod)
    dinner held at Ali Ata's North Shore home.
  • Napoleon has left the building · 2 years ago
    "Whatever you do, don't give this picture to Rich Miller. Thanks" said Governor Blagojevich at a $500,000 per plate fund-raiser attended by his closest appointees.
  • Spin · 2 years ago
    The doorman at the Bombay Hilton is often told by U.S. tourists that he bears a striking resemblance to a politician in Illinois.
  • the ole precinct captain · 2 years ago
    This is how I will get Health Care by outsourcing it to India.
  • NIEVA · 2 years ago
    I'm so pretty!
  • irishpirate · 2 years ago
    Damn,

    I can't wait to get outta this outfit and grab me a beer and cowburger over at Wrigley. No, No, I hate cow. I'm a vegetarian. Yea, it's part of my health agenda.
  • FED UP · 2 years ago
    He at least looks sober this time
  • It Makes Cents... · 2 years ago
    "Follywood"
  • Shallow Pharnyx · 2 years ago
    Blago seals the deal- he has just sold the state of Illinois to India.
  • From the Sidelines · 2 years ago
    Blagojevich's psychologist finds a new way to help him deal with his Napoleon complex, always pose with someone shorter than you and wear outfits that allow you to not take yourself to seriously.
  • Mongo · 2 years ago
    yassir, dats my baby
  • Lt. Guv · 2 years ago
    Pressuring lawmakers from across the state, IL Gov. Rod Blagojevich announces his plan to build a Kwik-E-Mart in everytown of Illinois with Capital Fund dollars.

    Thank you. Come again.
  • Perspective · 2 years ago
    Gov. Blagovich, posing with a young lady from India, who became the 1 billionth participant in the Governor's new health care program, ALL.
  • getting too old for this · 2 years ago
    Meanwhile, in a province of India experiencing budget problems and squabbling between leaders of the ruling Congress Party, the Governor of the Province remakes his image to resemble American-style politics...
  • anon · 2 years ago
    Pete Best waiting for the Sargent Pepper cover
  • ids · 2 years ago
    so do they have an extradition treaty with America where you come from, because I can get used to this? I feel like a king!
  • Eileen Left · 2 years ago
    In honor of Elvis' death 30 years ago, Gov.Rod wears his George Harrison nehru outfit.My sweet lord,hari hari,hari Krishna.
  • daa · 2 years ago
    WIth my new health care plan Ms Kumar will be able to have the warts removed from her nose and forehead
  • late night anon · 2 years ago
    Now this is idea that should have been vetoed.
  • RLT54 · 2 years ago
    Two people who pass on pork