The Humour Club discussion

Have you noticed that the political cartoonists are producing some amazingly funny, and fairly often astute, material for this election?

I believe it's because they are simply ecstatic about having a GOP candidate who's narcissistic, bigoted and blithely tactless as he promotes an agenda with all the political savvy of a rather slow eighth-grader.

The Donald's personality cult is the type of fodder for the imagination that cartoonists dream (and drool) about!

While Donald refers to all who disagree with him as "Losers"... This is patently untrue. The political cartoonists are NOT at a loss AT ALL!

So, let's play Trump This! and post some of the best (and hopefully funniest) Donald gibes and cartoons. In fact, all things Donald are fair game.

I'll open with a modest Trump This! entry:

While not a comic, I took this photo of a "real" magazine that is a joke, but the best part is: readers apparently get to choose Trump's running mate. Gee, whom do you think they'll pick?

Lisa wrote: "While not a comic, I took this photo of a "real" magazine that is a joke, but the best part is: readers apparently get to choose Trump's running mate. Gee, whom do you think they'll pick?"

There's only one politician who is nearly as much of a joke. HINT: She can see Russia from her house, sports a nice rack, and hangs a gun in her pickup.

And... She's already endorsed him!

Seriously, a Trump - Palin ticket is perfect for the tabloids!

Amusing but scarily true

Grace wrote: "Amusing but scarily true ."

Did you think it was an accident that so many Americans are learning the
lyrics to O Canada?

Not me! It's too cold up there. I'm learning the national anthem of Costa Rica. Ahem.

Noble patria, tu hermosa bandera
expresión de tu vida nos da;

I'm swimming to Cuba (big fan of cigars)!

Almost a slogan:

It's not just Americans who have trouble understanding Trump's appeal.

New York Times Article:

Donald Trump Elicits Shock and Biting Satire in European Media

He has been depicted as a snarling demagogue in France, equated with Donald Duck in Spain, and described as worse than Lord Voldemort in Britain.

In Europe, the birthplace of the Enlightenment, Donald Trump has been treated variously as a disturbing curiosity or an entertaining political show barker. His nearly every move and pronouncement has been reported from Paris to Berlin to Helsinki, even as commentators on both left and right have dismissed the notion of President Donald J. Trump as the stuff of fantasy, or, at worst, a momentary lapse of reason.

Full Article

My favorite quote: The news channel Russia Today, or RT, paid homage to Mr. Trump’s talents as a shock jock, and published an interactive article “on the top ways to be offensive — Trump-style.”

An American presidential candidate being promoted in Russia...now that's funny!

Yes, isn't it wonderful how someone in the running to be leader of the world's most powerful nation is such a clown? ("Clown" euphemism used because I just can't find a word to equal how appalling I find the man to be.)

Lisa wrote: ""Clown" euphemism used because I just can't find a word to equal how appalling I find the man to be..."

How about...

In the body politic, Trump would be the gas pain.

Just a suggestion.

Jay, I love it.

Here's my latest addition:

Jilly wrote: "Jay, I love it. Here's my latest addition:"

It's true, Jilly. Trump does seem to make goose-stepping popular again, however some believe that he's found unique ways to spoil the Grand Old Party...

WHICH WENT REALLY FAST, JAY, BECAUSE IT'S HYUGE.

Is this a fair question???

The horror, the horror!

I love that one, Melki! :)

I agree. Nice one, Melki!

The latest primary results seem to solidify Donald's ascendancy.

How is this possible???

According to the online magazine, The Intercept, Donald has told CNN that if he arrives at the GOP convention with the most delegates and is refused the nomination, his supporters will riot.

Now, there's admirable leadership for you!

Jay wrote: "According to the online magazine, The Intercept, Donald has told CNN that if he arrives at the GOP convention with the most delegates and is refused the nomination, his supporters will riot."

Don't worry. I'm sure he'll pay all the legal bills.

The GOP old guard is showing some severe cracks in its foundation thanks to Donald. Although, blame still seems to be the preferred strategy.

Harry Reid points out a few of the more obvious flaws in the GOP structure.

From the LA Times 'Trail Guide' - an article by Lisa Mascaro:

Harry Reid: 'Cowardly' GOP gave rise to Donald Trump

"So what thrived in the wasteland Republican leaders created?" Reid asked. "Resentment and hatred, which Republican leaders were all too eager to embrace and too cowardly to renounce."

Video URL: https://youtu.be/LFbaljrdzfI

Similar article from Washington Post:
Harry Reid: GOP leaders are responsible for Trump’s rise

The entire world is cringing at the thought of a Trump presidency:

Trump’s nomination, initially an international punchline, is now considered a major global threat. A well-regarded risk analysis firm, The Economist Intelligence Unit, has identified a potential Trump administration as the sixth greatest global risk, just beneath the collapse of the Eurozone. The research firm cited, among other things, Trump’s hostility to free trade, his demonization of Mexico and China, and his “militaristic tendencies toward the Middle East” as serious threats to world order.

http://www.salon.com/2016/03/18/the_g...

Gulp!

Melki wrote: "Trump’s nomination, initially an international punchline, is now considered a major global threat. A well-regarded risk analysis ..."

Amazingly, foreign leaders now have no choice but to develop contingency plans for the possibility of a Donald in the White House. Spain forwarded what is likely the best plan, which was misinterpreted when first reported in the press. They did not compare Trump to Donald Duck. The actual quote was, "Donald...duck!"

International negotiations will also change:





All things considered, the expected performance bar hasn't been this low in the international community since Khrushchev's shoe.

Nice. I'm confused, though. There's a performance bar? /sarcasm

Stephan wrote: "My own personal pun is:

Hillary is a sure winner because
Hillary’s trump card is Donald"

Nice and punny!

The Anti-Trump backlash (Arizona and New York today) is beginning to attract media attention, which is unusual because most journalists don't care much for immigrants-rights and anti-fascist groups. Note the former hasn't been popular since Ellis Island and the latter hasn't been popular since Adolf Hitler caused that little ruckus in Europe in the 30's and 40's.

We're even beginning to see a bit of protest from the toy industry, which hopes to have their latest novelty in the stores before the party conventions.

Jay wrote: "We're even beginning to see a bit of protest from the toy industry, which hopes to have their latest novelty in the stores before the party conventions."

Nothing to do with Trump, but I recently saw one of those mushy statuettes for sale at an antique store. I was annoyed that I didn't keep mine, AND that something from the seventies is considered an antique.

I'm from the sixties. What does that make me?

Melki wrote: "I'm from the sixties. What does that make me?"

Desirable to anyone from the fifties.

Jay wrote: "Melki wrote: "I'm from the sixties. What does that make me?"

Desirable to anyone from the fifties."

Nice, Jay!

They do say that anything over 50 is an antique. I'm hoping that this has greatly increased my net worth.

I wonder if they checked to see if Donald was carrying proof of citizenship in Arizona?

For an amusing couple of seconds, head here:

http://trumpdonald.org/

That was fun!

Melki wrote: "For an amusing couple of seconds, head here:

http://trumpdonald.org/"

This is brilliant. It's called The Humour Club for a reason. I've tried blowing the trumpet from every angle.

If only they would merge.

http://www.sadtrombone.com/

Don't forget to sing along.

Of course, finding the humor isn't that difficult...





...unless you're American.

Still, both are better than a President whose sole claim to fame was making a speech.

Joel wrote: "Still, both are better than a President whose sole claim to fame was making a speech."

Which President was that Joel?

While Hillary is struggling to appeal to more women voters...

Lies, damned lies, and campaign rhetoric.

Nice one, Melki!

A whole new species of hairball!

Melki wrote: ""

A whole new species of toupees.

Guy wrote: "A whole new species of toupees."

Reminds me of another bad actor surrounded by bad hairpieces . . .

My favorite so far...

Rodney wrote: "

My favorite so far..."

Nice!

They've finally released Donald's hair styling manual.

Guy wrote: "Melki wrote: "For an amusing couple of seconds, head here:

http://trumpdonald.org/"

This is brilliant. It's called The Humour Club for a reason. I've tried blowing the trumpet from every angle."
I blew it continuously while circling his head.