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Paris Hilton's political ad gets at least one thing right

Whether or not you agree with John McCain's "Celebrity" ad lumping Barack Obama in with personalities like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears, you have to appreciate the surprising thoughtfulness of Hilton's response. I mean, she actually seems to have a good political idea here! I'm not referring to her energy policy suggestion -- too wonky for me to grasp! -- but her vice presidential pick. Who doesn't love Rihanna?

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My colleague Adrienne Day, meanwhile, wonders (tongue firmly in cheek) if Paris as the presumptive celebrity presidential candidate would be such a bad deal. "We already have (or have had) several celebrities in office," Adrienne notes, "even some who've actually starred in real movies, such as Clint Eastwood, Sonny Bono, and Arnold Schwarzenegger (though all in California, go figure). It looks like Paris would have no problems reading the teleprompter. And she's obviously motivated by the love of her country -- why else would she go on record calling McCain a "wrinkly white-haired guy," while her own mother donated $4,600 to McCain's campaign earlier in the year? The craziest thing? McCain's own spokesperson, Tucker Bounds, agrees with Paris!"

Two other bonuses about Paris' new gig: She's actually kinda funny (for a change), and perhaps her newfound political awakening means she'll be spending more time in D.C., and less time playing to the paparazzi. That's a ticket we can all get behind, no?

Paris Hilton Mon, Oct 13, 2008 at 05:49 PM EST

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Saramaraboo Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 02:05 AM EST

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scott dog Thu, Aug 14, 2008 at 03:41 AM EST

paris,you are hot. you are hilarious.im voting for you in the next issue of Playboy for sure.You have a dynamite body.

kim Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 11:06 AM EST

I wish Paris Hilton had finally taken advantage of her fame to do some public good. Instead of her plan she should be supporting Pickens Plan to her generation.

Heather Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 07:34 PM EST

Paris Hilton may disgust me at times, but this was really funny. I loved how she had those plans and proposed the debate. Rihanna as a vice president sorta killed it, but the rest was pretty gold. I hope Paris does more stuff like this in the future. She has potential.

Tim Z Ziegler Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 09:29 AM EST

to tell you the truth I am going to write in Paris hilton. I was a Hilary delegate in the primary. but now its safer to vote Paris. at least with her you know what your getting because Paris is always going to be 100% Paris. and we all know that neither McCain nor Obama are anywhere close to the people they were in the Primary . now that they are the nominees neither of them stand for what they did in the primarys they both flopped on us . so who do you vote for the people that you cant trust from one day to the next? Or paris who you can count on to be Paris 365 days a year ?

noname Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 06:05 PM EST

I wonder if she plans on see that new movie with those dogs in it, you know the one with those mini talking dogs

noname Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 05:49 PM EST

You got to amint she sounds a lot smarter than the other too running , I hope she plans on doing more ads for it, yep

again the light effects off the water etc.. was a great plan

if they had a 3rd option on the voting for presdent thing I think paris hilton would be best , she should really run that would be great, we really need fresh people in office yep, I mean thouths old people , just too old to get young people any way yep.. or better yet put muppets in office, ok that a joke
that they really need is a new muppet show with paris hilton in it like the old ones used to do with the celebrity but not that muppets tonight thing I hateed that show of it, it was not as good as the muppets show used to be

noname Sun, Aug 10, 2008 at 05:40 PM EST

did anyone see the background move, in this, I mean of course the light effects, nice one paris , and yes I would vote for her instead of the other too

doodah Sat, Aug 9, 2008 at 07:23 AM EST

When I saw McCain's original ad I thought it was pointless. I'm embarrassed to say, but I used to be a Repub..... (can't even get it out of my mouth) I'm not a Paris Hilton fan, but I saw this and cracked up - she wasn't afraid to poke humor at herself. You go girl!! Her idea makes more since than some that I've heard.

To Anon. Maybe Paris didn't write this, BUT who is government doesn't use speech writers?

Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 07:00 PM EST

That was hysterical.I applaud her for speaking out. McCain's ad was stupid. What were they thinking?

Mary Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 09:29 AM EST

VW, every time some crackpot Republican at my office brings up Ronald Reagan, I quickly remind them that he used ASTROLOGY to guide his presidency. :-D

DJP Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 09:17 AM EST

Very funny. McCain set himself up for this by putting out such an idiotic and desperate ad. Hilton's bit is the brainstorm of a certain humour site. McCain should be firing someone and giving those guys a call.

JayF Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 08:37 AM EST

She gained fame through her infamous sex tape scandel - now she is riding the wave again! I really do not think she even gives a hoot about either McCain or Obama. She is marketing herself once again and you have to give the people behind her credit for that. As far as I am concerned she still does not have two brain cells to put together.

Anon Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 07:50 AM EST

People, Paris Hilton did NOT write that speech. She probably had no idea what the heck hse was even saying. One of her publicists wrote it and had her memorize it, sounding out the big words for her.

Brand new Paris fan Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 06:44 AM EST

I can't believe the hatred and hostility against Paris. She's just a super-lucky girl who's riding her luck for all it's worth. I never had strong thoughts about her one way or another.

This video shows that she's a lot smarter than she's given credit for (apparently she didn't use cue cards) ... and she can be really funny too!

anon Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 03:40 AM EST

I never realized this country has sooo many morons living here.

Hubert Temba, Author, Composer, Inventor, Minneapolis, USA. Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 02:48 AM EST

Paris Hilton, I like you already. You are smart and your mother is smart too. Now we got get this harsh ads out of the way before November 4th. So help me Paris. You are a good girl. If I was not living in Minnesota I would marry you because I am a celebrity too, like Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Wonder.Some people in England think I am the greatest guitarist of the modern era.

But darling, we have to stop Republicans from fooling every voter by sending out the wrong messages like the Communists did during the cold war.

We have to stop propaganda being spread by the MCcain campain. That is pure communism. John Mccain is a communist. We don't want a communist in the white house. Let us all stop this communist called MaCain now and for ever.

When you are sending out the same ad several times, that is tantamount to propaganda. John MCcain belongs to the defunct USSR. He is using the same tacts of spreading communist propaganda in his campaign Don't Vote For Mccain. He's Stalin!!!!

Cat Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 10:42 PM EST

HAHAHA That was so freakin' funny!!!! I finally respect this woman!!!
Maybe that is what this country need - Paris for President!!! - I'm sure she's partied with most of the heirs to most of the world's leaders, and so her international connections would be much more natural than the motivational speaker or the ancient one from the olden days?? LOL...
Didn't Jefferson say that every 200 years you have to trash the current government and start over, or it gets stale and top-heavy???

Shi Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 10:17 PM EST

I have to admit that I don't care much for Paris but let's give it to her that was hilarious! And the whole talking hand gestures...Super funny!
Can you imagine for a second..."Paris for President?"

Paz Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 09:36 PM EST

I refuse to buy Us Weekly. I think Paris Hilton and The Hills are prime examples of what's wrong in this society. And yet...auddenly I love Paris Hilton for making this ad. And thank God her voice was a bit semi-normal here.

nyc Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 08:11 PM EST

nope i still don't like paris. and if i didn't have enough problems w/ the mccain campaign, i have even more disdain for it now that they've managed to give paris and britney EVEN MORE publicity. wtf? mccain was cool w/ politicians as celebs when he was beloved by the press in 2000. who knew a 72 yr old man could act like such a whiney baby. ick

graeme Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 07:53 PM EST

yeah, holy crap. I can't stand her with a passion, but that was very funny.

Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 07:52 PM EST

i like the wonky idea. we dog her out so much but the idea of the "hybrid" energy policy is good - ew - could you have just shown a moment of thought - it would have given you some layers to your superficiality.

Raven_Moon Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 07:02 PM EST

Someone look outside. Are pigs flying? Has hell frozen over? Do I actually like something with Paris Hilton in it?

Tanni Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 06:56 PM EST

Obama is our next President .. He'll fix every last Bush mistake .. McCainis a racist .. And Paris Hilton is on my good side now.

Houstonian Jen in DC Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 05:27 PM EST

By the way, I usually cringe at the sight and sound of Paris Hilton, but this 'ad' is hilarious!


This latest attempt by the McCain campaign is another indication of how they are grasping for straws and are willing to do anything to sully Obama's chances. It's cheap and pathetic. I'd have more respect for his campaign if they attacked Obama on his beliefs and ideas, not on his popularity, BMI, and ability to talk to world leaders. (the horror!) This McCain of 2008 makes me wonder if I was crazy when I considered voting for the McCain of 2000. I'm disappointed.

Houstonian Jen in DC Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 05:22 PM EST

Vw, forget about how the media treats him. As we have seen in the past 8 years, we really can't trust the media for much anyway. Read the candidates' platforms, listen to the entirety of their speeches (not just sound bites), look at their records and decide for yourself whom you want to be in the White House. Americans have often voted for candidates based on their images, just go and ask G.W. "Americans want to have a beer with me" Bush or John "The Ladies love me" Kennedy. Perception has also been used to get people to vote against a candidate. Talk to Harold "You're afraid I'll defame your white women" Ford, Jr. Do I think Obama is all flash and no substance? -of course not. Has our ineffective media helped me reach that conclusion? Of course not.

vw Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 04:35 PM EST

Ep Sato, McCain is stating that you don't vote someone in office just on their style and popularity alone. It's a justified argument based on how most of the media treats him. Celebrity is no reason to vote for someone and this whole 'the world hates us' speech is tired. Yea, they hate us so much we have an illegal immigration disaster and all those folks don't just come from Mexico. Whether you agree with policy or not, America is still the greatest country to live in. If you don't think so, you don't deserve it so catch the next plane out. Please.

EP Sato Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 03:57 PM EST

Paris Hilton's celebrity is better suited for the US Senate than it is the White House. In the US Senate, you can be an dimwitted millionaire who votes the party line and still come off okay. Just ask former Senators Pete Fitzgerald of Illinois, and Mark Dayton of Minnesota. Those guys got elected for no real reasons other than their money and availability. Both had decent careers in the Senate, and neither exactly set the world ablaze during their tenures.

Paris also got something right in her ad. It's that McCain's people are taking this "celebrity as a problem" thing way too seriously. Let me get this straight: The GOP candidate would PREFER that the President of the US be disliked around the world? McCain thinks it is a PROBLEM that the President of the US would be as popular in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Latin America as he is here? That's a PROBLEM? Clearly, McCain knows nothing about diplomacy if he thinks being hated is an asset for the President.

Spooky Molder Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 03:46 PM EST

And let's not forget actor/celebrity Ronald Reagan.

Paris Hilton is an American, and it is her God given right to run for election if she wants to. It's just too bad America doesn't allow write-in candidates any more or she'd be a shoe-in.

I'd campaign for her. She's exactly the sort of leader that the world expects from America. Electing Paris would also end the defacto ban on women in the US Presidential office suite. That's the real reason she can't get elected .. just don't tell the Obamacains.

t3hdow Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 03:28 PM EST

To Nosofunny:
And you're reading an entry in a pop culture blog because...

...oh, no reason but to be a troll. Please. Why would we elect Spears anyway, who's headed down a self-destructive path that might end the same way Anna Nicole Smith's life did? At least give us a little more credit than that.

ANdrew Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 03:24 PM EST

I agree with Anna. If Paris is back out in the public eye -- and notably, even she, Britney and Lindsay have been absent for a few months now from most tabloid fodder -- it is highly because of McCain's ad. Good going.

BilliamE Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 02:11 PM EST

I love Rihanna too, but unfortunately she can't be VP because she was born in Barbados. I guess Paris will have to go with her second choice...Britney...

Anna Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 02:01 PM EST

Stella, check your dictionary. A celebrity is someone who is well-known. They can be famous or infamous. Paris Hilton is definitely a celebrity. I'm not all that happy about it either. But there she is.

If you guys don't want her to have more press, then you need to call McCain's campaign and ask them to stop. She'd almost disappeared when they came up with the ridiculous idea to compare Obama to her.

stella Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 01:47 PM EST

What a crock! Paris Hilton is not even a celebrity - she is just a girl whom somebody showed her a dictionary and her parents told her who what politicians to mention . . . even a preschooler could put that together with that kind of backing . . . oh, and let's not forget that she would be nothing without her parents money . . . she sickens me

marbluize Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 01:46 PM EST

Paris may be smarter than geoge w. bush. Wish the view was on so I couldwatch that whiny b**ch elizabeth have a coronary trying to defend her boyfriend mcCain!

Matt Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 01:39 PM EST

Sonny Bono not a politician? Mayor of Palm Springs, and Representative in California's 44th District? Hmmm. Sounds like a politician to me.

Eddie Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 01:25 PM EST

Sonny Bono was not a California politician.

jlplb Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 01:20 PM EST

I found it funny but you know what she does have a point in regards to where both candidates stand on the oil issue. A combo. of the two wouldn't be a bad idea until technology can catch up to make electric cars. hmmmm

Frederic C. Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 01:07 PM EST

THIS IS NEWS????
Paris Hilton's piece is hardly a stinging riposte. Oooh he's old., but she is still an effete n'er do well.
And we lap it up. I think that a blog on the contents of Paris Hilton's feces would be more interesting.
Disclosure: I am a Democrat, which is why Nader to win, but I will vote for B. Obama.

vw Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:59 PM EST

hello Susman????? Ronald Reagan!? Another 'old man' who helped turn this country around after the disaster of the 60's & 70's. To the american public in general,wow, memories sure are short nowadays. When are we going to stop this nonsense and disrespect for people who aren't 'young'. I'm absolutely disgusted with people who use their easy, lame jokes instead of any semblance of an IQ to state their point. Yea, this is supposed to be for laughs, ha ha, but it really does underline a dumb and grating attitude about age that already exists and doesn't need to be accepted in any way.

Marc Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:57 PM EST

Found it!!!

Paris for President bumper stickers...
http://www.bumperart.com/ProductDetails.aspx?SKU=2007061302&productID=75983

Rock the vote baby...make this country hot!

Will Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:48 PM EST

If this ad was talking about Obama then all those that sound so angry would think it was funny.

Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:45 PM EST

Finding celebrities who went into politics is a poor point for EW, i figure. How can you forget the most famous of all?

Ronald Regan.

orville Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:41 PM EST

I shocked myself by actually liking this video. I thought it was very funny. "I'm, like, totally ready to run the country." "He's old enough to remember when dancing was illegal and beer was served in a bucket." Snerk.

Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:34 PM EST

relax marcia baracaldo, breath, it'll be okay...

marcia baracaldo Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:32 PM EST

WELL, FROM PORNO STAR TO PARTY GIRL WITH A PAST FULL OF IMMORALITIES.

YES, SHE HAS "MORAL" DO CALL SOMEONE OF ANYTHING???

NOT EVEN A PROSTITUTE AND A DRUG USER

PARIS HILTON, GO BACK TO YOUR IMMORAL AND PROMISCOUS LIFE.

A PRESIDENT AD WHICH YOU APPEARED IS TOO GOOD FOR YOU DARK PAST.

aronga Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:28 PM EST

this is awesome !!
she's fun and know how to make fun of herself

Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:27 PM EST

[We already have (or have had) several celebrities in office," Adrienne notes, "even some who've actually starred in real movies, such as Clint Eastwood, Sonny Bono, and Arnold Schwarzenegger (though all in California, go figure).]

A few actor/politicians OUTSIDE of California - "Gopher" from the Love Boat, "Cooter" from the Dukes of Hazzard TV show, Fred Thompson of Law and Order, and Jesse "The Body" Ventura from movies such as Predator.

You and your co-worker's dig at California is nonsense.

Xrepublican Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:25 PM EST

Paris you have my vote in 2012. C'mon do it!!! First woman president...and a hottie...yeeehaaaah!!!!

Laurie Rushing Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:18 PM EST

Where can I get my Paris Hilton for President Bumper Sticker!

Nosofunny Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 12:15 PM EST

You idiots who read the press about celebrities deserve what you get. You like Spears, good for you. Make her your president, you stupid, swines, idiots of the major proportion. Your country dies around you and all you do is talk about how great people are that have no values. The ship is sinking as you read the pop journals. Sink.

aramis Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 11:49 AM EST

I had to run out to the window to see if Hell was freezing over. Paris, God love her, is actually FUNNY in this. She even had the "talking point" hands. HYSTERICAL.

KG Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 11:48 AM EST

I've always found Paris Hilton annoying, but I really laughed at loud when I saw the video. Come on! "See you at the debate, b___ches." That's awesome.

Liddy Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 11:43 AM EST

Please, I'm begging you guys, stop giving this publicity whore press. Just stop already. Don't look at her, don't talk about her, don't write about her. If we all ignore her enough, she'll realize her 15 minutes were up 5 years ago.

to robC from nunya Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 11:36 AM EST

how about you listen to mccain when he's "off message" and notice that he doesn't realize that czechoslovakia hasn't been a country for 15 years, doesn't know the difference between the sunnis and the shiites and knows next to nothing about the economy. obama is a skilled and inspirational speaker and actually knows facts! go figure, i mean what would america do with such a person as president?

RobC Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 11:28 AM EST

This ad proves McCain's point about Obama: anyone can make good sound bites when material is written for them, but take them off message and they fall apart. Yes, Hilton sounds good but we all know she would be a failure as president. Likewise, so would Obama.

Anna Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 11:23 AM EST

This was highlarious. My fav part: "I guess that means I'm running for president". Hahaha. People may find her annoying, but at least she knows how to poke fun of herself.

Coach's Mistress Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 11:13 AM EST

Well done, Paris! Never thought in a trillion years I'd EVER say that, but this was funny. It's cool that she could find the humor in this. Still doesn't make me a fan of hers, but she does get some cool points for this.

Anne Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 10:48 AM EST

Ugh, I cannot stand Paris Hilton, but thought the ad was great. Loved the "See you at the debate..." line. And showing the Golden Girls, Yoda and Larry King? Awesome.

jes Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 10:41 AM EST

First and foremost...I am not and never have been, even remotely, a Paris fan. She's the furthest thing from "hot". Ever. But this is hi-LAAAAR-ious! I loved the "See you at the debates, b****es." line. I may even allow myself to tolerate Ms. Hilton for a week or so, just because of this vid. Ok. Maybe 3 days.

alm034 Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 10:38 AM EST

While I like the humor of the response, I'm irritated at the McCain campaign for stopping the clock on Hilton's 15 minutes of fame. I thought for sure we were at 14:45.

Jill Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 10:33 AM EST

I love young crazy Hollywood but I cannot bear to look at Paris. Between her wonky eye and baby chipmunk on crack voice, I cannot bring myself to ever see this video. As much as I want to see someone bash McCain.

Winona Wed, Aug 6, 2008 at 09:59 AM EST

I loved this - good to see that Paris is willing to poke fun at herself and is taking it in stride. And who wouldn't love the Pink House? Perhaps John Mellencamp's song would be a fitting campaign-song choice.

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