Alliance for a Better Minnesota has launched Minnopolitan, at mygovischeatingonme.com. It has a strong anti-Pawlenty thrust, and as we've seen with past attempts at parody — from Rahelio to Franken — these efforts can backfire, especially when they're not actually funny.
But it's not bad. Here's a sample:
7 Signs Your Guv is Not That Into You
1. The Guv doesn't want to talk about the future - yours or his.
It sometimes can be tough to get a Governor to open up, share
feelings and talk about the future. However, if you've been together
for awhile (say five to six years) they should let you in on their
plans. Are they running again? Are they seeking higher office? Are they supporting or not supporting the Obama Recovery Plan?
Warning lights should go off if you don't know the answers to these questions. One example: he went off on a trade delegation to Munich -and didn't tell you (or the press). Sorry honey, he's just not that into you.
2. They put off the tough decisions
In any relationship you have to make tough decisions, but if
you're finding that your Governor is putting those decisions off, it
may be a sign that they're ready to move on.
For instance, a Governor who is using accounting gimmicks and shifting payments to "save money" on the budget, is just not thinking about your future. Using debt to pay off today's bills, is another typical game for a Governor unwilling to make a tough choice -- or intent on leaving.
3. They're always thinking of reasons to get out of town
If it's not Munich or Israel,
it's all over the country on behalf of a losing Presidential campaign.
It seems like your Governor is always thinking of reasons to get out of
town. Sure, he comes up with some good excuses ("it helps Minnesota,
not just me…" – "I used the frequent flyer miles") but don't buy it. Chances are, he's up to something, and you know it.
