Saturday, November 24, 2007

How to "Spin" the truth

Republican Version

Hillary Clinton's great-great uncle, Remus Rodham, a fellow lacking in
character, was Hanged for horse stealing and train robbery in Montana.
He was hanged in 1889. The only known Photograph of Remus shows him
standing on the Gallows.

On the back of the picture is this Inscription: "Remus Rodham; horse
thief, sent to Territorial Prison 1885, escaped 1887, Robbed the
Montana Flyer six times. Caught by Pinkerton detectives, convicted
and hanged in 1889."

Democrat Version

Remus Rodham was a famous cowboy in the Montana Territory. His
business empire grew to Include acquisition of valuable equestrian
assets And intimate dealings with the Montana railroad. Beginning in
1883, he devoted several years of his Life to service at a government
facility, finally Taking leave to resume his dealings with the
Railroad. In 1887, he was a key player in a vital Investigation run
by the renowned Pinkerton Detective Agency. In 1889, Remus passed away
during an important civic function held in his honor when the platform
upon which he was standing collapsed.

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