Open Letter: Political Edition

Dear Tony Snow,

I've always thought you were a likeable guy. Hey, anyone who calls Bush "impotent" and "an embarassment" is ok in my book.

(Which reminds me: Where, exactly, did your principles and opinions go? Ah, nevermind. That's a question for another letter. Back to the matter at hand.)

I've always thought you were a decent fellow. You're a musician! You're a philosopher! Once upon a time, you even had original thoughts! (ahem) As such, I developed a bit of a soft spot for you and was vastly sympathetic when you were performing your duties as press secretary in between chemotherapy sessions. However, it is safe to say that my sympathy has run out.

You're leaving your position as White House press secretary because of financial hardship?

Eat me, rich boy.

No seriously: eat me. I am poor and made of ramen. Tasty!

Look, you've been in the position less than 18 months, during which time you've earned at LEAST $200K. Before accepting this illustrious job, you were on both FOX News and your own nationally syndicated radio show. You've been a nationally syndicated columnist, a television host, and a political commentator.  I find it extremely hard to believe that your family will be standing in line for foodstamps anytime soon.

I can understand wanting to get as far away from this administration as possible, really I can, so give us a reason we can stomach. Say you hate the buffoon in the Oval Office, say you suddenly remembered that you have principles (ahem), say that you want to spend more time with your family, but please: don't tell us you have to step down because of the terrible financial strain. We will be forced to laugh in your face.

Repeatedly. And loudly.

No Love,
Me

Comments

[Jason T.]

Well, he has had some health problems during that time. Those medical bills can pile up. Especially when your employer isn't an advocate for universal medical coverage.

[kender]

Actually there is much speculation that his health problems are very serious and he said what he said when he quit to not worry his children.....much better than saying "I may only have a year to live and want to go play with my son."