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Little Rock airport renamed in honor of Bill and Hillary Clinton (X42: "We are humbled")
Chicago Tribune ^ | March 20, 2012 | Michael A. Memoli

Posted on 03/20/2012 2:11:06 PM PDT by presidio9

At Little Rock National Airport, it's two for the price of one. No, we're not talking about airfares, but Clintons.

The Arkansas capital's Municipal Airport Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to rename the airport in honor of the former president and the current secretary of State, a rare twin billing for the state's former first couple.

The change won't be official until the Federal Aviation Administration signs off. Adams Field, the designation for the airport's aeronautical operations, will remain the same.

"Bill and Hillary Clinton not only devoted years of service to Arkansas, but have served the nation as a two-term President, and as First Lady, U.S. Senator, and Secretary of State -- that’s a legacy of which all Arkansans can be proud," Jim Dailey, chairman of the airport commission, said in a statement. "The Clintons continue to have a major impact on our state and our local economy, and we believe renaming our airport in their honor is a fitting way to recognize their service and their position in Arkansas and our nation's history."

The commission noted in its decision the draw that Bill Clinton's presidential library in Little Rock has become, as well as the economic development it spurred in the city's downtown. The Clinton Library is the state's top attraction for out-of-state visitors.

The former president released a statement saying that he and his wife "are humbled" by the decision.

"We are grateful for this honor and for all that the people of Arkansas have done for us. And we look forward to many happy landings at the airport in the years ahead,"

(Excerpt) Read more at chicagotribune.com ...


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1 posted on 03/20/2012 2:11:13 PM PDT by presidio9
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Little Rock International Blue Dress and Cankles Airport. Nice ring to it.

Or The Dick and Dyke Flights.


2 posted on 03/20/2012 2:14:44 PM PDT by AbolishCSEU (Percentage of Income in CS is inversely proportionate to Mother's parenting of children)
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To: presidio9

Little Rock International Blue Dress and Cankles Airport. Nice ring to it.

Or The Dick and Dyke Flights.


3 posted on 03/20/2012 2:14:58 PM PDT by AbolishCSEU (Percentage of Income in CS is inversely proportionate to Mother's parenting of children)
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To: presidio9

Despite the 317 international, federal, and state officials, and the tens of thousands of citizens across the nation we were able to convince to support this, we are humbled that public officials would allow an honorable airport to be tarnished in this manner. After all, Hilary and I deserve it!


4 posted on 03/20/2012 2:15:48 PM PDT by DoughtyOne (I believe in Cap and Trade. I know, I know... Cap spending and trade Obama!)
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To: presidio9

Pretty disgusting.

The impeached one and his enabler now honored for being such scum of the world.

I am sure there will be plenty of jokes from people having to use that airport.


5 posted on 03/20/2012 2:15:55 PM PDT by yarddog
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To: presidio9

Slick Willy’s is already a restaurant. I would not think that the airport could use the name.


6 posted on 03/20/2012 2:16:04 PM PDT by Ingtar
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Oh...Humbled...I can think of a lot of things to say...but...I might get banned.


7 posted on 03/20/2012 2:16:47 PM PDT by Sacajaweau
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To: presidio9

The terminal.

8 posted on 03/20/2012 2:17:31 PM PDT by 2ndDivisionVet (Ich habe keinen Konig aber Gott)
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To: presidio9

“Now landing at Rapist and Abettor National. Please fasten your seatbelts and put your seats and tray tables in the upright position.”


9 posted on 03/20/2012 2:19:10 PM PDT by Paine in the Neck (Romney's judicial appointments were more radical than Obama's)
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To: presidio9
You forgot the 'Ralf Alert', mate.

Great. As if Cankles doesn't have a big enough head (and bum) already! Hmm. BJ and HR (Human Resources) air-port. Come to think about it, they do rather go together now...

10 posted on 03/20/2012 2:19:30 PM PDT by Utilizer (What does not kill you... -can sometimes damage you QUITE severely.)
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I guess this is rather fitting, since it’s probably the only entity in 1990s Arkansas, that had more skid-marks than the Clinton’s reputation and underwear.

That’s how I’ll always remember them...


11 posted on 03/20/2012 2:20:09 PM PDT by DoughtyOne (I believe in Cap and Trade. I know, I know... Cap spending and trade Obama!)
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The commission noted in its decision the draw that Bill Clinton's presidential library in Little Rock has become ...

... very famous in architectural circles as the only "double wide" library in the world.

12 posted on 03/20/2012 2:20:34 PM PDT by Servant of the Cross (the Truth will set you free)
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To: yarddog

“Pretty disgusting.”

But just think, you can purchase “pre-moistened cigars” in the “smoke shop” there. Arkansas, the Nation’s toilet! Just look at the crooks that have come from there! Orval Faubus, Wm. Fulbright, Webb Hubbell, and now the Clintoon’s.


13 posted on 03/20/2012 2:20:56 PM PDT by vette6387
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To: presidio9

I hope none of the aircraft using this airport go down there.


14 posted on 03/20/2012 2:21:17 PM PDT by muir_redwoods (No wonder this administration favors abortion; everything they have done is an abortion)
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To: presidio9

Impeached International I presume.


15 posted on 03/20/2012 2:21:32 PM PDT by Moonman62 (The US has become a government with a country, rather than a country with a government.)
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To: presidio9
Dysfunctional Marriage Airport (DMA) seems an odd name to me.

But OK, I guess.

16 posted on 03/20/2012 2:21:46 PM PDT by PBRSTREETGANG
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To: Paine in the Neck

...please remember to pucker up and keep your knees locked together during your stay in Arkansas.


17 posted on 03/20/2012 2:22:34 PM PDT by DoughtyOne (I believe in Cap and Trade. I know, I know... Cap spending and trade Obama!)
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To: presidio9

The Marriage-Of-Convenience National Airport.


18 posted on 03/20/2012 2:22:34 PM PDT by Dr. Thorne
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Too many Dailey—Daly’s out there....


19 posted on 03/20/2012 2:22:34 PM PDT by stephenjohnbanker (God, family, country, mom, apple pie, the girl next door and a Ford F250 to pull my boat.)
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To: Deb
Clintoon ping. BJ Clinton: Post-Presidential Jokes
20 posted on 03/20/2012 2:23:33 PM PDT by Servant of the Cross (the Truth will set you free)
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