Political gaffes are mistakes that can be humorous or serious. Captured in real time, gaffes now take on a life of their own through quick distribution on the Internet through news wires and YouTube.New York Times: The YouTube Election Gaffes can also be satirized by the media, or on popular shows such as Saturday Night Live.YouTube Video: Katie Couric's Interview With Sarah Palin
Funny Gaffes
- Joe Biden's 3-letter "J-O-B-S" quotePost Chronicle: Joe Biden Three-Letter Word Video: "Jobs"
- John McCain's funny face after Presidential debate #3Hillblogger 3: Senator McCain's Odd Behavior after the debate with Senator Obama
- George W. Bush messes up "Fool me once..."YouTube Video: President Bush: Fool Me Once...
Serious Gaffes
- George Allen calls John Edwards' staffer a racist nameWashington Post: Allen Quip Provokes Outrage, Apology
- G.O.P women's group racist Obama food stampLos Angeles Times: Altered Obama photo in GOP club newsletter sparks outrage
- Bill Clinton's "I did not have sexual relations with that woman, Monica Lewinsky."CNN: A Chronology: Key Moments In The Clinton-Lewinsky Saga
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Where are the Obama blunders like "we wouldn't need more oil if we would just add air to our tires" or "we'll save 1300% on health care?(1 Answer)
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Careful, you're showing your ignorance. The whole air in the tire thing is scientifically proven to be true. You'll have to list them all for me ...
If ex-Gov. Palin were to go to jail for violating the Endangered Species Act would her supporters still vote for her?(4 Answers)
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Given the numerous gaffes during the campaign made by Palin without loss of their support, my guess is they would continue to back her if she was in ...
Where can I find the list of Martin Heinrich's political career?(0 Answers)
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Famous gaffers include George W. Bush, Joe Biden and George Allen
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