I passed four police cars on the way to work this morning, an unusual number. The one that first got my attention was the Wake deputy parked just inside my neighborhood. His rolled-down window told me he was killing time.
I thought about doubling back to ask what was going on, but then I remembered that two VIPs are in town today: Newt Gingrich and Bill Clinton. They’ll be speaking today at NCSU’s Emerging Issues forum on the topic of healthcare.
I’ve met Newt. He seemed like the college professor he once was. I was kind of disappointed that he didn’t breathe fire like I’d been led to believe. On the other hand, Kerry didn’t really blow me away. Edwards was much more fun. Her husband John was okay, too.
But I would love to meet Clinton. He’s got this Nixonesque mystique to him, like him or not. A shame that tickets to his dinner tonight will put you back 250 bucks. A picture with him will cost a mere ten grand. Dare not blink your eyes!
Like healthcare (and politics), the good stuff is only available to those with deep pockets.