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May 5, 2008

Why Politicians Kiss Babies

By Glenn Fleishman

It just struck me why politicians are required to kiss babies. Because to hold a baby and interact with it requires some measure of empathy. Parents recognize real empathy. A politician with children (or even without) that can’t fake that—yes, I’m trying to be funny—can’t connect. The Bush photo is him hamming it up, obviously, but look at the genuine delight on Hillary’s face at right. One could argue that by mirroring the baby’s expression, Bush is showing true empathy, too, just not of the appealing kind.

Posted by Glennf at 10:47 AM

May 3, 2008

We Request the Pleasure of Your Sitting

By Glenn Fleishman

I was given the pleasure of babysitting this fine child last night. My first time being asked to babysit, though perhaps nearly three years of caring for one child and one year of caring for two may qualify me. She’s a sweetheart.

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