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"This notion that the United States is getting ready to attack Iran is simply ridiculous. Having said that, all options are on the table."

• George Bush, during his European "diplomacy" trip.

To get the full effect, you really need to see it. The pause, the timing, the content, the context, it all comes together in a brilliant and unintentional confluence of comedy.

My country has become a horrible joke.

— February 25, 2005

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