Archive
February 2, 2012
The Humiliation Of Mitt Romney
Bowing to The Donald? Probably not Team Mitt's favorite moment of the election so far...
The Smug-O-Meter: Donald Trump's Face
Mitt Romney received an endorsement from a very smug Donald Trump today. It seemed like the perfect time to bust out BuzzFeed's "Smug-O-Meter." And like Spinal Tap's amps, it goes to eleven.
What Movie Traumatized You For Life?
As in "If a gun was held to my face I would rather take the bullet than watch _______ again." Basically, what movie is your "Do it to Julia!" moment? And if you don't get that reference, get out of this thread.
Sandra Day O'Connor Hasn't Offended This Many People Since She Upheld Roe V. Wade
The former Supreme Court Justice made a comment about Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney. Zing.
Newt Gingrich's Communications Director Polished Callista's Wikipedia Page 23 Times
She's his third wife.
Trump Endorses Romney
"There are some things you just can't imagine happening in your life," jokes Romney. "This is one of them."
64-Year-Old Can Of Lard Is Still Edible
87-year-old Hans Feldmeier received this can of pig fat as a student in 1948 in Germany as part of the post-war US aid program. For some reason, he kept it all this time, and here's what it looks like now.
Marco Rubio Spent Big To Research Himself
"Of course we have to do our homework," says an aide.
Is Amanda Seyfried Slut-Shaming And Other Links
Seyfried also swears she'd never date Justin Timberlake. Well now she's just a liar. This and other stories that flew under the Buzzfeed radar await your clicking pleasure.
Trump Says He's Had "A Number Of Meetings" With Romney
A long courtship.
Texas Congressman Says Planned Parenthood Is A "Front For Mass Murder"
Quico Canseco takes the hardest line.
Bill Belichick Looking Angry In Short Shorts
I don't see how this man can lose.
Ron Paul Campaign Attacks Trump Endorsement
Campaign points out that Trump has also given money to Harry Reid: "Hopefully, media reports of this event will include this delicious irony," the camp writes.
On The Day After Their S-1 Filing, Facebook Goes Down
Reports of the site's downtime are sporadic, but the irony is constant and delicious.
New "Hunger Games" Trailer
OMFG! That is all.
Trump And Romney: A Video History
As Rosie Gray reports it hasn't always been so "delightful."
A Memo For Romney: Other Quotes Thomas Paine Didn't Say
Mitt Romney keeps attributing a quote to Thomas Paine, despite the fact that scholars of Paine's work have denied his authorship. So here's a collection of other quotes Thomas Paine didn't say, just in case the Romney camp was considering putting them in speeches.
24 Artistically Modified Vader Helmets
Mmmmm, space donuts. The Dark Lord of the Sith might take exception to this graffiti but it's for a good cause. Each of the helmets will be auctioned off for charity starting February 7th.
Donald Trump Wasn't Always Such A Big Fan Of "Small Business Guy" Mitt Romney
"My net worth is many, many, many times Mitt Romney," Romney endorser said. We're not sure that's true.
Someone Edited Newt's Wikipedia Page
Haha. Good one, internet.
How Much Money Each Candidate's Super PACs Spent On Their Behalf
BuzzFeed's own Amy Sly has put together this informative chart on 2011 Super Pac spending.
Used Pizza
I'll take two.
Shatner In Denial About "Negotiator" Death
Can't tell if actually upset, or elaborate Super Bowl lead-up ruse. Bill seems convinced that Priceline wouldn't dare kill him off.
How Special Needs Children Revived The Pro-Life Movement
Trig Palin and Bella Santorum are central to their parents' political identities.
A Dozen Stand-Outs In Trump-Related Mockery
Look at me, everybody! Donald Trump's is back on TV, with the news that hewill reportedly endorse Newt Gingrich Thursday afternoon.
Drudge Hints Trump Will Endorse Romney
Wishful thinking? Or does he know something we don't? The guy's got sources. UPDATE: But the AP says it's Newt.
Could The Facebook Billionaires Save Obama?
Obama's SuperPAC needs billionaires. The IPO is about to make some.
Gingrich Campaign To Challenge Florida Win-Take-All Rules
The Gingrich campaign is preparing to challenge the current rules of Florida's winner-take-all primary. Citing a December 21st memo from RNC Chairman Reince Priebus saying winner-take-all states are not allowed to hold a caucus or primary before April 1, 2012, the Gingrich campaign will demand the delegates be states delegates be divided proportionally.
