Election Season Mugs

"But if we didn't measure things we wouldn't know how good we were at measuring the things that we're measuring!"

Santa running for office: 'At last, a politician we can trust!'

"We may need a clearer message."

'That's correct Shaun. The government is comprised of 5 branches...the executive, legislative, judicial, lobbyist and media.'

The Debate of the Century

"I may be awhile. I'm soliciting funds for my reëlection campaign."

'My greatest asset is I'm so rich, I can't be bought by any interest group.'

'I agree with your position completely; you can count on my support.'

Help Wanted - Unifier.

"In a post-fact world, anything goes."

'There wasn't anything you could do -- somebody had to win the election.'

'This race is simply too close to call.'

'Vote for me! I'm not tied to any interest group!'

"Hot off the wire! In the latest poll, 99% of voters say they will be glad when the election is over... The poll has an error rate of plus or minus 2%."

'Meet Your New Representative.'

'We see a lot of carpal tunnel syndrome caused by repetitious pushing of the tv mute button during the political ad season.'

"Give me moderation or give me death!"

Voter Suppression Efforts: 'This voting booth is filthy!! If someone doesn't clean this up, I will!!'

"I said I'd WIN the nomination."

"I like him. He sounds authentic."

'Which speech should I give them,,, Bullshit 1,,, Bullshit 2,,, or Bullshit 3'

Not to do list - Vote.

'Goodness Frank, where did all the mud come from?' - 'Election campaigns.'

Polls show U.S. Democrats may win.

President Barack Obama.

'Son, voting isn't a rational procedure by which one strategically selects an electable candidate who will best serve your interests. Voting is an emotional response to your gut level fears!'

"Are you better off now than you were four innings ago?"

'If the election was held today, would you be surprised?'

"He refused to go outside, so I had to be cruel. I put the election coverage on the TV. Even he can't stomach it."

'I'm Barack Obama and I approve this message.'

'Ah, but when I made my campaign promises, I didn't say 'Simon says'!'

Fiction: Facts Used In Politics

'I just want a candidate who doesn't make me flinch.'

Voting for Wolves or Wolves in Sheep's Clothing

'If the election were being held today, would you vote for the stupid candidate or the evil candidate?'