Over on Facebook, I posted a story about Levi Johnston's interview on some news show. The video itself isn't important. It was the usual stuff from this pretty but not-so-articulate kid, dishing some dirt about Sarah Palin and implying that there is much more to dish (things that she did as Governor) that he won't be divulging. His coming spread, so to speak, in Playgirl was also mentioned.
I think most of us feel a little disgust at being subjected to the airing of this family's dirty laundry. Diapers and all. It's just unseemly, don't you think? However, considering my long and historied dislike of Sarah Palin, I have to admit that I'm getting more than a little glee out of all of this. It's just so...trashy.
It's also sort of seedy and sleazy. It makes me feel a little dirty for even paying attention to this story, much as I would if I were obsessed with Jon and Kate. However, Jon and Kate are nothing more than idiotic reality TV stars; Palin seems to be interested in maintaining some sort of political presence in this country, no matter how unwarranted that is and how unqualified she is, and if Levi's gossip girl mentality helps to take her down, I say more power to him. This woman should never have a place in national politics, and whatever it takes to keep her out of that arena is fine with me.
So young Levi, you just keep talking. I realize that you are merely cashing in on your Warholian moment, and I really can't hate on you for that. You dropped out of school—have you gone back yet?—because you were going to marry your preggers girlfriend, but we all know how that worked out. I fully recognize that you are pimping yourself for a little bit of cash and a little bit of fame, and I'm thinking that any kid in your situation would do the same. You may not realize it, but you have a broader mission here, and that is to ensure that your dangerous almost-mother-in-law never sees the light of day when it comes to national politics. I know you can do it, kiddo, so you just keep on keepin' on. Make your buck and save your country while you're at it.
Somehow, no matter what happens, I think we are going to be stuck with Palin for a while. I think it is going to be in entertainment (and it certainly will be no matter what), but there are some who think it will be more. So I agree, bring it on Levi :o)
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with Ken. Americans have gotten to the point of being unable not to tune in to the ugly and despicable. If anything it seems to draw people even more. (Hugs)Indigo
ReplyDeleteI think Levi can accomplish his mission without even trying! Making her look stupid is like shooting fish in a barrell... even a HIMBO like Levi can handle that!
ReplyDelete"This woman should never have a place in national politics, and whatever it takes to keep her out of that arena is fine with me." Nuff said.
ReplyDeleteIt's always interesting to see how people rise and fall in fame (or notoriety) in such serendipitous ways. Who'd have thought that a kid like Levi would hold a portion of American history, however small, in his hands? Go for it, Levi!
ReplyDeleteHey Beth!
ReplyDeleteI would love to think that if we simply didn't talk about those who shall not be named, they would go away, but they come with their own power sources and personal mandates.
I think the only way to rid ourselves of them is to divorce ourselves from the entire entertainment system and I know, as a nation, that's not going to happen.
I think that it is okay for Levi Johnston to show how crappy the Palin's are, because she is partially selling herself on the kind of person she is. She wants to maintain a public profile in national politics, she has to be held accountable for the image and ideals she claims to represent.
ReplyDeleteThe Biggest Loser and The Amazing Race are the only reality shows I bother with. The rest is about the 'Hulu-ing' of our minds. It hurts my head to even see some of the shows as I surf channels.
I agree with Ken, because as much as I loathe everything EVERYTHING about La Quiiter, she has a fan base of sorts. Scary as that seems.
ReplyDeleteAnd Miss G is right on, too. I see the Wink-Wink as a wide-mouthed ass, I mean, bass, in a barrel. Now, where's my gun?
i had a family member once who always said if you lay down with dogs you get up with fleas. That old dumbass windbag Palin must be covered with bites......
ReplyDeleteAs you might know I am in complete agreement with everyone on this. I can not stand Palin, oops, I think I said that before.
ReplyDeleteJust caught up reading... I don't like Palin or Levi.
ReplyDeletebe well...
Ditto, ditto, ditto, . . . well, you get the idea.
ReplyDeleteI feel sorry for Levi. He doesn't have a lot going for him except his 15 minutes of fame. Whatever dirt he dishes on Palin, she deserves the fall out. Poor Levi was thrust into the spotlight; Palin invited the spotlight into her life when she agreed to accept the nomination for VP, and she has been doing everything that she possibly can to make sure that her closeup lasts for a long time. Okay, that's my serious stuff.
ReplyDeleteI'm totally enjoying watching this very tacky, trashy, Jerry Springer style public game of one upmanship between Sara and Levi. Instead of appearing on Oprah, Palin needs to be a guest on Springer. Levi will be back stage and on a cue from Springer that there is a surprise guest with a major secret to share, Levi will come bounding out and announce that he is the father of Sarah Palin's baby!
Levi may be an idiot but he is serving a purpose at the moment. My only complaint is that he should have waited until she is throwing her hat in a political arena. By the time that rolls around Levi's 15 minutes will have long passed. I'm sure you will be tuning into Oprah when she is a guest pimping her book, right?
ReplyDeleteVery late to the game here, obviously, but I hope Levi brings her down big time. She is a despicable human being, and the way she used him and then just tossed him aside is disgusting.
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