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Naked Cowboy briefs NYers on his presidential bid
Naked Cowboy briefs NYers on his presidential bid
By DEEPTI HAJELA Associated Press Writer The Associated Press
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 4:03 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — New York's "Naked Cowboy" is looking for some new exposure as a presidential candidate.
Robert Burck is familiar to any Times Square tourist as the man standing in the heart of the "Crossroads of the World," playing a guitar and wearing only tighty-whiteys, boots and a cowboy hat.
But he wore a suit and tie Wednesday as he announced his intention to run for president in 2012 as a member of the conservative tea party movement.
He proclaimed he was running "in defense of individual liberty" and criticized President Barack Obama for the direction of the country.
"America is rapidly transforming into a government-run enterprise," the tourist attraction said, adding that "American politicians are selling out America and its most cherished institution, that being capitalism."
For the big announcement, the hat was off — perhaps symbolically tossed into the ring. Burck said he was registered as a Republican in Ohio.
Among his policy goals, he listed closing borders, requiring drug tests for welfare recipients, abolishing unions for government workers, and cutting capital gains and income taxes. He also said he would work to reverse the recently passed health care law.
Is he serious? He says yes. But this isn't his first flirtation with public office. He announced a mayoral run in 2009 and later dropped out.
His news conference attracted a throng of media, as well as curious onlookers. When it came time for questions, he was asked about his underwear choices and whether he was being dishonest because he wasn't actually naked when performing.
He declined to say what impact his presidential aspirations would have on his performances.
Cari Teff, 34, visiting from Monroe, Wis., had seen the Naked Cowboy in all his glory once before.
"I couldn't believe it," she said Wednesday. "I didn't know who it was at first."
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By DEEPTI HAJELA Associated Press Writer The Associated Press
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 4:03 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — New York's "Naked Cowboy" is looking for some new exposure as a presidential candidate.
Robert Burck is familiar to any Times Square tourist as the man standing in the heart of the "Crossroads of the World," playing a guitar and wearing only tighty-whiteys, boots and a cowboy hat.
But he wore a suit and tie Wednesday as he announced his intention to run for president in 2012 as a member of the conservative tea party movement.
He proclaimed he was running "in defense of individual liberty" and criticized President Barack Obama for the direction of the country.
"America is rapidly transforming into a government-run enterprise," the tourist attraction said, adding that "American politicians are selling out America and its most cherished institution, that being capitalism."
For the big announcement, the hat was off — perhaps symbolically tossed into the ring. Burck said he was registered as a Republican in Ohio.
Among his policy goals, he listed closing borders, requiring drug tests for welfare recipients, abolishing unions for government workers, and cutting capital gains and income taxes. He also said he would work to reverse the recently passed health care law.
Is he serious? He says yes. But this isn't his first flirtation with public office. He announced a mayoral run in 2009 and later dropped out.
His news conference attracted a throng of media, as well as curious onlookers. When it came time for questions, he was asked about his underwear choices and whether he was being dishonest because he wasn't actually naked when performing.
He declined to say what impact his presidential aspirations would have on his performances.
Cari Teff, 34, visiting from Monroe, Wis., had seen the Naked Cowboy in all his glory once before.
"I couldn't believe it," she said Wednesday. "I didn't know who it was at first."
Copyright 2010 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Original Article can be found at:
http://www.charter.net/news/read.php?id=16599195&ps=1020&cat=&cps=0&lang=en
© 2010 Charter. All Rights Reserved
Perhaps he has some sort of personality disorder that craves attention. Don't know. I'm no psychologist. Whatever it is, he loves publicity and the public eye.
The naked cowboy is a figure on the streets of NYC. I dont know if he is the self proclaimed welcoming committee or just another attention starved idiot looking for his 15 minutes in the spotlight.
He is not a viable candidate for President.
He is not a viable candidate for President.
Actually I think Trump has a shrewd mind...which is better than we can say for most political candidates. I'm not a huge lover of capitalists but I respect The Trump. Would love to give him some advice on his hair, though...
As much as I am not a Sarah Palin fan, she is looking pretty good to me right now....and I'm not even American! Can you imagine Trump as President? He would make a reality show out of it or something...and the ego on that man! I still don't know what a naked cowboy is though....
Why not? Why not just make a complete mockery of the election process and the position of President?
What if either of these guys won? Good Lord!!!! This stuff would drive a guy to drinking.
What if either of these guys won? Good Lord!!!! This stuff would drive a guy to drinking.
Well it is obvious of late that you dont have to have any redeeming qualities to win office, and as far as Donald Trump, well he has what it takes to win! Money!
Dear Lord I am almost afraid to ask...but what is a naked cowboy?
BTW, also heard that Donald Trump might run for Pres? Can you imagine? lol.
BTW, also heard that Donald Trump might run for Pres? Can you imagine? lol.
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