Political Idiocy Week, #3

Well okay, this happened over a week ago, but it’s still priceless. In this video Congressman Hank Johnson (D-Ga.) wonders whether the addition of 8000 troops will cause Guam to capsize. Not the USS Guam, which might make sense, but the island, which last I heard was anchored solidly to the planet.

The naval officer he is questioning stifles his hysterical laughter with admirable military discipline.

Congressman Johnson later said he was making a joke. His rambling delivery and his inability to recall words suggest he was heavily medicated. If it turns out he’s bravely fighting cancer or something, then I will duly feel sorry for making fun of him, but until then I will continue to giggle.