OFF THE RECORD.(Brief Article)

From: Campaigns & Elections | Date: October 1, 2000 | Copyright information

The last four U.S. Presidents are caught in a tornado, and off they spin to Oz. After threatening trials and tribulations, they finally make it to the Emerald City and come before the Great Wizard. "What brings you before the great and powerful Wizard of Oz? What do you want?" Jimmy Carter steps forward timidly: "I had a terrible time with Iran, so I've com for some courage." "No problem!" says the Wizard. "Who is next?" Ronald Reagan steps forward, "Well, I think I need a brain." ...

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