Thanks For the Gargoyles

Since we run an internet web site thingy that people in Washington read, DCist HQ often receives unsolicited mailers from companies looking to push politically-themed products onto teh blogs. Usually we just get books. Sometimes it's something a little more creative, like a T-shirt or a coffee mug with a cute phrase on it. And then there are the items you just can't ignore, no matter how obvious it is that we were only given them in the hopes we'll immediately post a photo of said kooky product on our home page. We feel a little dirty, but when you get The Senator McCain Gargoyle and The Senator Obama Dragon delivered to your door, what else can you do?

The accompanying press release describes the reasons why the two presidential candidates have been memorialized as magical creatures thusly:

"Just as gargoyles are built to protect sacred buildings and stand tests of time, so has Senator McCain devoted many years of service to his country."

"Just as dragons have symbolized strength across many cultures, so does Senator Obama, who draws support across cultures, ages and parties - a legend in his own right."

Alrighty then.

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