Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for December 15, 2012
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Transcript:
Duke: So I've discussed it with my partner, and we think secession for Texas is very doable. But you will need some experienced hands up on the Hill. So as soon as we receive our retainer, we'll get on it for you. Man: No problemo, Mr. Duke! I'll shoot you a check for 50,000 aggies pronto! Duke: Aggies? Man: The new Texas currency! Talk later! Duke: No. No, we won't.
Let’s see now: Texas’ new monetary aggie check won’t clear a DC bank unless the U.S. recognizes the secession. But Duke can’t / won’t grease (read bribe) the Hill unless the wampum’s good.
On the other hand, the secessionist mucky-muck on the other end of the line can’t close the deal because his office is being attacked by crazed anti-secessionist guitar wielders from Austin City Limits.
Faggiddabbouddit an’ kick Earl’s butt for bringing up such a stupid idea in the first place?