At a White House Rose Garden press conference in May, while President Bush was answering questions about the scandals surrounding his Attorney General, Alberto Gonzales, nature gave him a piece of its mind.
An outdoor news conference in perfect spring weather, with birds chirping loudly in the magnolia trees, is not without its hazards.
As Bush told the assembled press that “I’ve got confidence in Al Gonzales doin’ the job”, a sparrow flew overhead and left a present on the President’s sleeve, which Bush tried several times to wipe off.
The Deputy White House Press Secretary was quick to spin the incident in a positive manner, stating that: “It was his lucky day…everyone knows that’s a sign of good luck.”
It is unknown whether the incident was merely an accident, or if it was politically driven. It is possible that the delinquent sparrow was an environmental activist, protesting Bush’s record on environmental issues and global warming.
The sparrow in question has not been reached for questioning and no one is pressing charges.
Video of the incident is available here and here.
Sources:
ABC News (video available)
Crooks and Liars (Video Available)
(Via Huffington Post)
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