Capitol Hill Insider Pillows

The Filibuster.

"National security adviser"

Lesser known greek gods,

How a Bill Becomes a Law, 2023

'What's the difference? Some people call it privatizing government. Others call it super pacs buying congressmen.'

"These few weeks off school have convinced me that I'm definitely a stay-at-home kid."

"Hold everything! I just thought up a terrific loophole!"

'Confusing, dangerous times call for confusing, dangerous leadership!'

Obama's Financial Reform Pill: I hope they won't need a glass of water.

Freedom of Speech

"Dad, why does a huge beast like that let such a small bully control it?"

'This year there's a bi-partisan effort in Congress to keep things as partisan as possible.'

Man on left - 'What do you call a public servant who spends half their time doing private work?' Man on right - 'An MP?'

Fiscal cliff

'I know the Oval Office is in the West Wing. I wonder what mischief goes on in the East Wing?'

'That damn racial scandal.'

'I hear it's a grudge match between the three of them.'

J. Woogle - 20 years in congress, saying 'no' to everything.

"I see you were a congressional intern, so you're good working with children."

'Frankly, I don't know if I feel like having a cup of coffee or trying to misappropriate some funds.'

Merchant Bankers - Patience is a virtue, anyone displaying it will be dismissed

"A truly revolutionary breakthrough:a microscope shot of our organisation!"

Partisan Politics

Biden immigration laws.

"You lead such an interesting life. I've never been called to testify before a Congressional Banking Committee."

'The spirit of bipartisan cooperation is back - if you vote against my bill, I'll vote against your bill.'

"The Speaker of the House is such a gossip!"

Grand Theft Government

GOP surprise.

"There goes Congressman Nunes again."

'Okay, we'll release one hostage, for six weeks!!'

"You know what I like about power? It's so damn empowering."

"You were filibustering in your sleep again."

'Nothing like more fiscal cliff gridlock to remind you not buy any U.S. treasuries. . .'

Republican Re-Revolution