The Case for Kinky

You know what? Why the Hell Not? I mean it. That’s Texas Gubernatorial candidate Kinky Friedman’s slogan. I’m a strict Democrat, but I want Texans to vote for Kinky Friedman next November. Now, I don’t know if Kinky has the number of signatures needed yet — but if he doesn’t, I urge you to sign the petition.

Some call Kinky crude — he makes no secret that he’s Jewish — in fact, his band, Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jewboys have recorded songs like “They Ain’t Makin’ Jews like Jesus Anymore”. Kinky’s doing what he wanted to do–shock people.

I’ve had growing interest in Texas as of late. I’ve discovered that I know more people in Texas then I do the state I live in, and have become a Houston Astros fan. Kinky’s the best man. He cares. Kinky runs a ranch, where he helps rescued dogs. Does Rick Perry do that?

My favorite Kinky Friedman story is one I heard on CBS Sunday Morning. Kinky was at the White House and handed President Clinton a Cuban cigar (which, as you know, are illegal). Clinton pointed that out to him — Kinky said “Mr. President, don’t think of it as supporting their economy…think of it as burning their fields”.

Kinky is only four points behind the (presumed) Democratic Nominee in the polls. He has 21%. As Kinky’s website, http://www.kinkyfriedman.com points out, Jesse Ventura never received 21%. Kinky’s on his way.
Why the Hell Not? Kinky promises to make Willie Nelson the head of the Texas Rangers (and no, if you are illiterate, not the Baseball team — go look up “Chuck Norris”, and you’ll know what I’m talking about). Who better fit? I can’t convince you. Click here, if you need more convincing.

Now, I don’t speak for everyone on this blog, but with a majority approval, on behalf of the Blue State Review, I am proud to formally endorse Kinky Friedman for Governor of Texas. Why the Hell Not?