Faux Pas or F- You?
It's now official. The next time you look up the word "jerk" in the dictionary — as in, "That guy's a real jerk," you'll see a photo of France's Nicholas Sarkozy.
Seems he wanted to express his regard for the members of the French National Assembly, so he sent each member some very nice gifts, including stationery, a pencil and notepad, and a necktie.
Sure, it's the thought that counts. But still — there are 109 women in the National Assembly. What are they going to do with a necktie?
I know what some of them would like to do with it.
Comments
That's too funny. Isn't he quite the playboy? I bet there are plenty of women who would like to use your suggestion.
BTW, the title was great.
Posted by: Kathy | June 26, 2008 05:33 PM
Thanks Kathy. Yes, I think he's still got something of a 50s-era opinion of women.
Posted by: abi | June 26, 2008 09:30 PM
Sarkozy remains a worry. playboy or dill? I go for the latter. But he is of the European right.
Posted by: Dennis Cartledge | June 27, 2008 09:36 PM
Yes he is, Cart. Which is why I believe that necktie wasn't just an innocent mistake. It was intended to give secret glee to the sexists in his base.
Posted by: abi | June 28, 2008 06:41 AM
What are they going to do with a necktie?
Necktie party?
Posted by: Kvatch | June 29, 2008 07:50 PM
That's a great idea, Kvatch.
Posted by: abi | June 29, 2008 10:24 PM