Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for November 17, 1985

Transcript:

Phil: Now, remember, let me do all the talking... Man: Que? Phil: I'm doing this for you, you know. Man: Que? Phil: Senator, in opposing your plan to end entertainment deductions, we businessmen aren't just concerned about the devastating impact on the conduct of business! We're also worried about the thousands of busboys and waiters who will tragically lose their jobs should the taxpayers stop buying us lunch! The gentlemen to my left is one such man. His name is Miguel Hernandez, and he's a waiter at my club, even though he has his own large family, I feel as if he's a member of mine. Person: Mr. Hernandez, how long have you been working at the club? Phil: He's a recent immigrant, Senator. He doesn't spean any English. Person: Oh. How does he take your order? Phil: I point. It works out. All he wants is a chance, Senator.