Open Casting for the Role of World Leader

The Republican casting call for “World Leader,” now in its second year in Washington, is a farce – these try-outs are a tedious tradition in the political theater of the absurd. Let’s recap: 

Previously unknown comedian Herman Cain held our attention for a few moments. God’s candidates (He is the Director after all) Michele Bachmann, Rick Santorum , and understudy Sarah Palin, received critical praise, if not the Director’s verbal endorsement. Mike Huckabee relinquished the stage in favor of television. The Donald didn’t even get a call-back. Newt Gingrich, a superb villain if there ever was one, hung around until he was all but escorted out of the theater. Which leaves only handsome Mitt Romney, who has been trying to get into the act for God knows how long, to finally get an audition. (Look for a lot of ad-libbing.)

Oh, I forgot Ron Paul – but you did too, probably.

Let’s not forget the Producers: the Supreme Court, which is funding this comedy by allowing, for the first time in history, unlimited contributions to candidates through “Super PACs.” Good luck to Obama with my $10 donation.

The Director must now select the best actor for the title role. You can vote, of course, but it’s His decision, you know that. 

This critic wonders how many people will buy tickets. Republican theatergoers are justifiably nervous - angry even - apoplectic, actually. Personally, I love the theater. As the current melodrama plays out, I only hope we can applaud the ending. 

Next Week: East Lynne