Posted on 02/11/2010 11:13:19 AM PST by ellenbrewster
Iran’s big cheese, Ayatollah Ali Khameni, could use a lesson or two from the good ole U.S. of A. in celebratory merriment. His latest salvo reinforces the stark contrast between our two cultures.
On the 31st Anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, their Supreme Sourpuss did not extend festive good wishes to his citizens. Instead he announced, "The Iranian nation, with its unity and God's grace, will punch the arrogance (Western powers) on the 22nd of Bahman, February 11, in a way that will leave them stunned."
What kind of national picnic is that?
Conversely, on July 4th our independence is remembered with parades, baseball and a couple of beers. Add hot dogs, sparklers, Old Glory and everyone’s invited.
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many people in Iran live in dried mud mixed with dung.
I don’t think the Iranian leaders can make any kind of meaningful light hearted statement to them.
Anyone hear what the big surprise was? That’s supposed to be today, isn’t it?
Khomeni jumped out of a big cake wearing a burka, sang "Happy Birthday, Mr. Nutjob", buggered a nearby little boy, and married a camel.
Not really much of a surprise, other than the cake part.
Funny...or maybe not, ugh!
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