The Defining Image

[poliphilo]

The defining image of the Bush presidency

Comments

[mazzie.livejournal.com]

Actually, the defining moment is immediately after Bush dodges, wherein, I swear, he smirks.

I think throwing shoes in some cultures is a huge insult. I mean, not that it's a sign of affection in others.

[jfs.livejournal.com]

Given that showing the soles of your feet to an Arab is potentially a rude thing to do, I can only imagine that throwing your shoes at someone is even more so.

[mazzie.livejournal.com]

yes, and I am reminded of images of Iraqis hitting the statue of Sadaam Hussein with their shoes after it was pulled down.

[poliphilo.livejournal.com]

Oh definitely. It's very significant that of all the things he could have thrown, he chose shoes.