Behind the scene

January 16, 2008  --  Got something to say?
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By J.G. Azarcon Esq.Something funny happened at the scheduled coronation of Sen. Hillary Clinton as the Democratic nominee for president of the United States. The nomination process was supposed to be a cake walk with the outcome inevitable, but somebody threw a roadblock and the early coronation had to be reset at a date uncertain TBA.

The results from the Iowa caucus threw cold water to Clintons premature victory bonfire. She could not stand the chanting in the background- Boom Barak Barak, Boom Barak Barak, Bararak, Bararak, Boom, Boom, Boom!

After talking to her advisers, there were just husband Bill and Chelsea in her hotel suite. This is the untold story according to my unreliable source.

You could have won handily, hon, but…

But what?, interrupted the senator who was visibly irked. You and your bright ideas. What have I got after you gave Iowans an overdose of your talk?

Hon, you did not remind them of how it was during the last Clinton administration.

Excuse me, Hillary said with a sneer. I am running to pursue my own vision for America, not to finish the unfinished promises of the Clinton that Iowans obviously ignored.

O.K., hon, Im sorry. I didnt mean to imply that you can just ride on my good name.

I dont intend to because I intend to win, but I can use the money that you can bring, she said breaking a dry smile.

We can still win this, hon, if you just listen to me.

What do you mean, WE, this is my race and I intend to do it my way this time! From now on, I dont want you to be prominent in most photo ops. And when we campaign inside a restaurant, you are forbidden from shaking the hands of young waitresses.

For emphasis, she pounded her hand on the table forgetting that there was still a slice of pizza in front of her which was smashed in a gooey mess.

Chelsea cleaned after what was left of Hillarys eruption. Mom, this is just the beginning. Dont be upset. Dad may have some helpful ideas. Remember the Comeback Kid in New Hampshire? Dad has been in this hole and he may be able to find the way out for you the way he did when I was still a kid.

Hillary has a very soft heart for Chelsea. Her daughter somehow has a calming effect on her nerves.

Alright, Im listening.

Hon, before I make any suggestions, you must promise Chelsea that you will smash the remaining slice of pizza on the table. Im hungry.

Listen, smart guy, Hillary pointed a finger to Bill. If you just want to annoy me, you better dare not!

Mom, just listen and give Dad a chance so say his piece, said Chelsea.

O.K., go ahead.

Hon, its not fair. In my heart and in my soul, I know that it is not true, Bill started softly.

What mystery are you talking about?, said Hillary.

There are those in the media who say that you have a cold personality..., Bill stopped. Silence.

Hillary turned her head towards Bill, saying nothing. Bill avoided eye contact.

But hon, I know its not true and that I can help you do something about it to change that perception.

And what do you suggest?, asked Hillary. Bill was able to breathe now.

Show some emotion, talk about something personal, something touching and even shed a tear.

What? A commander-in-chief who needs to fight Bin Ladin should not be a cry baby. Hillary was firm.

Hon, just give it a try. I know how gentle and sensitive you are but people dont know. Say, I feel your pain and be teary eyed.

And how am I supposed to shed a tear? I didnt even cry when you… Hillary looked at Bill and struggled to block off bad memories.

Hon, you have a Filipino friend in New York. I remember she said that crying is a staple in Filipino soap operas. Give her a call. Bills persuasion was beginning to take hold on Hillary.

The call was made. The following day, there was Hillary on TV teary eyed and breaking with emotion when asked in a press conference how she fells about being told that people dont like her personally.

She won the New Hampshire primary over Barak Obama by a squeaker, all because of the simple advice of her Filipina friend in New York- Show emotion, think youre slicing a basket of onions for Bills omelet after Obamas victory celebration.

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