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Etienne 04-02-08 08:29 PM
Personnally, I don't see the point. You don't care who your plumber's wife / husband is, and really, why would you?

Unless their spouse is creating a conflict of interest, I really don't see why anyone cares.

According to Wikipedia, it's "First Gentleman". I don't understand why there's even such an "Office"; it's meaningless BS...

But then, Canada has a governor general.

Trex 04-02-08 09:49 PM
There is the big difference between reality and theory. The President's spouse, I believe, has no official role but does have a publicly-funded staff.

As to the GG, many countries have a separation between the head of state and those actually ruling.

GSpector 04-02-08 10:38 PM
Of course, I think Hillary Clinton is McCains best chance to win the Election.

I'm sure McCain would not want to compete against Obama.:roll:

Etienne 04-03-08 12:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Trex
As to the GG, many countries have a separation between the head of state and those actually ruling.
Yes, but in those country, the ruler actually does something. The GG... Holds receptions and gives out medals. When you add in spending accounts, the maintenance for the residences, (One in Ottawa, one in Quebec), the official travels... Pretty expensive for a MC, really.

And it's not like she'd ever do anything except what the PM'd tell her, anyway...

nikimcbee 04-03-08 01:59 AM
I suppose I'll worry about it when it happens. I'm more worried about the concept. I want them (a female president) to be elected for their ideas and ability to lead/inspire the country, not just because she is a female.

The current choice won't fly because:
1. Too Marxist for US
2. Too much baggage
3. I can't imagine her holding the launch keys:o .

Herr_Pete 04-03-08 02:18 AM
the First Idiot anyone?

Platapus 04-03-08 05:25 AM
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the First Idiot anyone?

Already taken I am afraid.

Some where in Texas, there is at least one town missing their idiot.

DAB 04-03-08 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by August
What did the Brits call Margret Thatchers husband?
Mr Dennis Thatcher. There is no role in government or the British constitution for the partner of a British Prime Minister. With the exception of Cherrie Blair, wives and husbands of British Prime Ministers tend to get on with their careers.

Tchocky 04-03-08 11:15 AM
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What did the Brits call Margret Thatchers husband?
"Closing Time", I think :p

August 04-03-08 01:46 PM
Apparently Margaret Thatcher husband jokes are popular in JOE.

Zayphod 04-03-08 01:51 PM
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well since a female would be called the First Lady, I would imagine a male would be called the First Gentleman.

I am sure that protocol people are working on this very topic.. just in case.
Disagree. I think it needs to be updated.

First Dude. ;)

Sailor Steve 04-03-08 02:04 PM
Put Bill in a kilt, and call him 'First Laddy'.

Sailor Steve 04-03-08 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Sailor Steve
In general (meaning not speaking of the Clintons) 'First Gentleman' makes more sense, since 'First Lady' refers to the female counterpart of a gentleman, not a lord. But, there is a problem with that - it's merely protocol. There is no 'official' title. The president's wife was originally called just that. 'First Lady' was allegedly first used by president Zachary Taylor in 1949, when he gave the eulogy at Dolley Madison's funeral.
Wow what a life Dolly must've had. From the American revolution to the dawn of the nuclear age! :p

@TDK1044: :roll::lol:
Good catch!:rotfl:

Side-note: Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the original 'Little House' books, really did that. Born in 1867, she died at 90 in 1957.


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