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April 20, 2016
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“How many politicians does it take to change a lightbulb?” (joke)

The popular "lightbulb joke" doesn't have one standard version that involves politicians. "How many politicians does it take to change a light bulb?" was cited as a…

September 18, 2020
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“How many politicians does it take to screw in a light bulb?” (joke)

“How many politicians does it take to change a lightbulb?” is a joke with many punchlines. A popular version is: Q: How many politicians does it take to screw in a light bulb?A: Not sure, first…

November 17, 2015
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“How many politicians would it take to save the world?” (joke)

John Lundin wrote on Politicus USA in November 2015: "To paraphrase an old joke, 'How many politicians would it take to save the world?' Answer: 'No one knows. It’s never been…

July 27, 2016
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“How many protesters does it take to change a light bulb?” (joke)

Many people believe that protesting doesn't work. A joke is: Q: How many protesters does it take to change a light bulb?A: Trick question. Protesters never change anything. The joke has been…

August 6, 2016
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“How much does it cost to get married?” (joke)

How much does it cost to get married? A marriage license costs a small amount, but there are other costs. This joke was popularized in the Philadelphia (PA) Record in 1909: "How much does it…

December 29, 2021
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“How much flu would a flu shot stop if a flu shot could stop flu?”

"How much flu would a flu shot stop if a flu shot could stop flu?" is a jocular saying that has been printed on many images. The "flu" version is a variation on the famous…

February 10, 2024
Government/Law/Military/Religion /HealthRadio/Television

“How the FUCK did a generation raised on South Park and Family Guy become so offended by everything?”

"How did a generation raised on South Park and family guy become so offended by everything" was posted on X/Twitter by lex del rey (@lexintheA) on February 23, 2019. (The tweet had over…

February 10, 2024
Government/Law/Military/Religion /HealthRadio/Television

“How the HELL did a generation raised on South Park and Family Guy become so offended by everything?”

"How did a generation raised on South Park and family guy become so offended by everything" was posted on X/Twitter by lex del rey (@lexintheA) on February 23, 2019. (The tweet had over…

September 26, 2024
Government/Law/Military/Religion /HealthTime/WeatherTransportation

“How to be a good climate activist:  Step 1 - own a private jet Step 2 - lecture the poor Step 3- fly to Davos Step 4 - give yourself an award”

A jocular step-by-step list on "How to be a good Climate Activist" has been printed on many images. This was posted on X/Twitter -- it has since been removed -- by Sophie Corcoran…

September 26, 2024
Government/Law/Military/Religion /HealthTime/WeatherTransportation

“How to be a good Climate Activist: 1. Own a private jet. 2. Own a yacht. 3. Own 5 mansions. 4. Lecture poor people on how selfish they are”

A jocular step-by-step list on "How to be a good Climate Activist" has been printed on many images. This was posted on X/Twitter -- it has since been removed -- by Sophie Corcoran…

September 28, 2021
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“Human rights: Know them, demand them, defend them”

"Human rights: Know them, demand them, defend them" is a saying that has been printed on many images. "Human Rights: Know Them, Demand Them, Defend Them: Selected from United Nations…

May 2, 2018
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I accidentally said hello to a feminist the other day. The court trial starts tomorrow”

A joke about feminists overreacting to things has been printed on several images: "I accidentally said hello to a feminist the other day. The court trial starts tomorrow." "I once…

September 18, 2020
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I almost caught COVID yesterday, but I quickly stood on a social distancing sticker”

The 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic resulted in many stores having social distancing stickers where customers can stand at a distance from each other. The joke is that a person is safe standing on a…

September 16, 2021
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I am 100% in support of mandatory vacations for everyone and booster vacations every 4 months”

"I know this is controversial. But I am 100% in support of mandatory vacations for everyone and booster vacations every 4 months" is a joke that has been printed on many images.…

October 26, 2022
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I am 1776% sure no one is taking my guns”

"I am 1776% sure no one will be taking my guns" (or "I am 1776% sure no one is taking my guns") is a pro-gun saying that has been printed on many images. "1776" is the…

October 26, 2022
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I am 1776% sure no one will be taking my guns”

"I am 1776% sure no one will be taking my guns" (or "I am 1776% sure no one is taking my guns") is a pro-gun saying that has been printed on many images. "1776" is the…

October 26, 2022
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I am 1776% sure that no one is taking my gun”

"I am 1776% sure no one will be taking my guns" (or "I am 1776% sure no one is taking my guns") is a pro-gun saying that has been printed on many images. "1776" is the…

July 6, 2012
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I am a firm believer in the people; if given the truth, they can meet any national crisis”

The following quotation, attributed to Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), has appeared on many websites: “I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any…

July 17, 2021
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I am a free American. I have all the licenses and permits to prove it”

"'I am a free citizen and I have all the licenses and permits to prove it.' http://bit.ly/uBYlt via @addthis" was posted on Twitter by Stephen on June 12, 2009. The point of…

July 16, 2021
Government/Law/Military/Religion /Health

“I am a free citizen and I have all the licenses and permits to prove it”

"'I am a free citizen and I have all the licenses and permits to prove it.' http://bit.ly/uBYlt via @addthis" was posted on Twitter by Stephen on June 12, 2009. The point of…

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