Comedian Larry Miller on politicians
April 3, 2010 – 12:53 am by JohnLarry Miller, of Ten Things I Hate About You and general stand-up comedy fame, was interviewed on the Regular Guys show, the Atlanta morning radio show that I used to listen to in college and still listen to online regularly. Among other things, they got to talking about government and politicians. Until April 5, it’ll be available online to listen to, but here’s the money quote of his interview:
Every time I see someone in politics, I seriously think—You know how we’re supposed to be the lunatics of life, people like you and me, anyone in show business…comics, writers, directors, dancers, musicians, announcers, actors, we’re supposed to be the lunatics of life. But you know who is, really, to me? Anyone who gets up in the morning, looks in the mirror, and thinks, “Maybe I’ll lead! Yes! I’ll be the leader! Everyone will be following me!” Serious maniac…seriously unwell people.
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I mean, think about it: any city council in any city in the United States, any school board in any city—does anyone seriously think they mean anyone well?!