Lawmaker's War Hero Son Would Have Wanted Road Bill Passed

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  • @avocadomonkey4892
    @avocadomonkey4892 3 роки тому +277

    We need to appreciate that, years after dying on the battlefield in Iraq for our freedoms, James Whittle continues to serve by appearing in his father's dreams. He sacrifices his eternal rest to fight for our toll roads and to see this appropriations bill passed. A true patriot!

  • @Puck2442
    @Puck2442 13 років тому +565

    Come on, admit it. The carrying a part of his son's bloody uniform was absolutely beautiful. They have captured the exploitive heartless insensitive nature of politicians perfectly

  • @jamshedfbc
    @jamshedfbc 6 років тому +569

    Using only emotions and feelings to make a case!
    Onion couldn't have been more right.

    • @Enel97
      @Enel97 5 років тому +7

      This is exactly what that late night guy(jimmy kimmel? I might be wrong im not american) every time he brings up his son having a serious disease to support his case about the health system. Exploting of family for politics is disgusting even if you are supporting a good side

    • @just_a_tepig3611
      @just_a_tepig3611 4 роки тому +1

      @@Enel97 lol I was planning to make a joke about Kimmel in the comments but you already got, hehe jimmy Kimmel is an ass

    • @thisguy6177
      @thisguy6177 3 роки тому +4

      And the Onion made them a Democrat! Couldn't be more spot on!

    • @yggdrasil75
      @yggdrasil75 3 роки тому

      @@Enel97 as if jimmy kimmel ccouldnt afford health insurance. just use and abuse to get it passed.

    • @Lightningflamingice
      @Lightningflamingice 2 роки тому +4

      @@Enel97 I don't know I think it's alright to use a personal anecdote like that when its relevant to whatever cause you're advocating for. In fact, that is what lawmakers should be doing, because it reveals an actual motive for supporting something other than "uhh idk my party proposed this bill". What's wrong here is that this dude's son's death is completely unrelated to the toll road, but if he was, for example, doing what the President does where he brings up his late son's exposure to toxic burn pits in Afghanistan in support for veteran healthcare that addresses those issues, then it makes sense.

  • @FlashFizz
    @FlashFizz 15 років тому +118

    This speech moved me to tears.
    In the soldier's memory, we should construct the toll road and casino. Anyone who opposes sides with terrorists.

  • @PCHDX
    @PCHDX 14 років тому +202

    Support our Troops, get that toll booth built. God Bless America.

  • @suffern63
    @suffern63 12 років тому +153

    "James loved toll road,"he won me over to supporting the Bill when I heard that.

  • @supastar25
    @supastar25 12 років тому +169

    ...and to that I say "My son died in a war..." The Onion is something else :D

  • @capoman1
    @capoman1 11 років тому +157

    Makes total sense. Whenever I think of toll booths or toll roads, I think of dead soldiers.

    • @Jefff72
      @Jefff72 2 роки тому

      and Toll Booth Willie!

  • @Onheste
    @Onheste 12 років тому +284

    Now correct me if I'm wrong but I think he's only using his son's death to help pass that bill for lobbyists sakes...

    • @kadeholman414
      @kadeholman414 4 роки тому +52

      King Mob well you’ve obviously never had a son die in Iraq fighting for his country if you think that’s the case

    • @jamminout7671
      @jamminout7671 3 роки тому +45

      His son died in a war

    • @exposedbhauturma130
      @exposedbhauturma130 2 роки тому +19

      Even after knowing how he keeps that bloodied uniform close to his heart. You heartless bastard

  • @danthemango
    @danthemango 15 років тому +112

    "i'm so glad hr8768 passed"
    "me too son"
    lol

  • @Languslangus
    @Languslangus 5 років тому +453

    "Fighting for this nations freedom in Iraq " 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @redforest9269
      @redforest9269 5 років тому +46

      Yeah. Isn't it one of our states?

    • @snowgrave2475
      @snowgrave2475 4 роки тому +34

      @@redforest9269 at this point? Pretty much

    • @KalashVodka175
      @KalashVodka175 3 роки тому

      @@snowgrave2475 american state with highest crime rate

    • @joshuaharrell554
      @joshuaharrell554 3 роки тому +14

      @@KalashVodka175 Iraq's crime rate is lower than New Jersey.

    • @KalashVodka175
      @KalashVodka175 3 роки тому +3

      @@joshuaharrell554
      Correct for crime rate in general including nonviolent but New Jersey is significantly below when it comes to violent crime rate
      Iraq being more instable than New Jersey also likely is less able to report or even discover all crimes in the first place

  • @shadowcat314
    @shadowcat314 12 років тому +51

    The Private James Whittle Memorial-Algonquin Indian Gaming Casino.

  • @ecvia1
    @ecvia1 15 років тому +26

    I think we never really understand how much we love toll roads/booths until it's too late and we're dead. :-(

  • @bart869
    @bart869 2 роки тому +4

    When he said "I carry a piece..." reaching into his suit I was fully expecting him to take our a Beretta 92

  • @BornConfusing
    @BornConfusing 15 років тому +44

    "I'm so happy in this toll booth"
    HA!

  • @Ieatpaste23
    @Ieatpaste23 3 роки тому +8

    Politicians are so shameless. The best satire is based on truth- this is almost too real.

  • @christianwachter9594
    @christianwachter9594 4 роки тому +5

    The only unrealistic part of this video is the idea that Virginia’s 7th District could’ve had a Democratic representative in 2009.

  • @amyc.513
    @amyc.513 7 років тому +56

    this is one of the funniest things ive ever seen

  • @workingbrains
    @workingbrains 15 років тому +14

    "And to that I say 'My son died in a war.'"
    Perfect.

  • @twold4this
    @twold4this 15 років тому +19

    I was moved by Mr. Whittle's speech, because I to have lost a son. Tony was suffocated in a tragic accident involving a badly aimed Cleveland Steamer, but I know that was the way he would have wanted to go. Now everytime I watch a Scat video I feel the presence of Tony and will be doing all I can to honour my son's memory through tireless dedication to chest centred defecation. Tony RIP.

  • @williamfite6197
    @williamfite6197 3 роки тому +4

    “and to that I say, ‘my son died in a war.’”

  • @spartanrh83
    @spartanrh83 3 роки тому +5

    This is one of the most realistic portrayals of American government. Bravo!

  • @lednerg
    @lednerg 15 років тому +2

    Those insensitive pricks in the House should be ashamed for not passing this already. The man's son died in a war for crying out loud. Build the road, dammit. I can't believe they feel the need to debate this.

  • @hannienanniep
    @hannienanniep 15 років тому +29

    "to that I say: My son died in a war"
    LOL

  • @wesleyoldham4222
    @wesleyoldham4222 2 роки тому +3

    In hindsight, they should have known that he never even had a son. But what are they gonna do? They already voted yes on the bill.

  • @1purapericulo
    @1purapericulo 6 років тому +29

    Rest In Peace James Whittle

  • @dwirkkula
    @dwirkkula 15 років тому +10

    Once again The Onion has accurately captured the sincerity and sound thinking of our Congress at work. I think the Congressman would have doubled his chances for his toll road if he had just mentioned 9/11. Perhaps he's saving that for his sewer project. lol ONN forever!

  • @Zeldarulah
    @Zeldarulah 15 років тому +16

    I think it's one of their best because it's so realistic, this happens all the time, just not to this much of a level, and that's what made it hilarious.

  • @swingingfordearlife
    @swingingfordearlife 15 років тому +1

    nailed it, these hold a mirror up to society.

  • @mtadams2009
    @mtadams2009 3 роки тому +2

    Its nice to see I am not alone with my love of toll roads. They are beautiful.

    • @fjdkfdfjdf33
      @fjdkfdfjdf33 2 місяці тому

      i hate driving on non tool roads

  • @blairassani7595
    @blairassani7595 3 роки тому +1

    It would just be anti American to not build that toll road at this point

  • @JakeGameFreak
    @JakeGameFreak 15 років тому +6

    Hilarious.
    Of all the touchy subjects the Onion does, this is one of the touchiest. It makes a good point, sometimes people take "war heroes" to a ridiculously sacred level.

  • @TheDarkPotatoe
    @TheDarkPotatoe 15 років тому +4

    This man's a hero.
    I hope this bill gets passed.

  • @Sidnapolis
    @Sidnapolis 15 років тому +5

    "I always carry around with me here in Washington a piece of my son's bloody uniform..." lol I thought at first he was gonna say he carried a piece of his son around.

  • @markmcculfor6113
    @markmcculfor6113 3 роки тому +6

    "James loved toll roads" as most normal patriots do lololol

  • @prodigyat9
    @prodigyat9 15 років тому +1

    I know this bill is not popular but as another long time lover of toll roads I plan to write my congressman and urge him to support it.

  • @AmNotHere911
    @AmNotHere911 15 років тому +4

    In times like these one realises the fine line between satire and political commentary.

  • @cheydinal5401
    @cheydinal5401 2 роки тому +2

    "James loved toll roads"

  • @archone3301
    @archone3301 3 роки тому +2

    Wait! I thought the Onion was satire!! When did The Onion start reporting the real news????

  • @smog282
    @smog282 15 років тому +25

    "I love my dead son"
    hahahaha

  • @driverx241
    @driverx241 15 років тому +1

    We must pass this bill in order to honor both our troops and the people who were lost on that tragic day.

  • @orangearky13
    @orangearky13 15 років тому +2

    its disgusting to know this is more realistic than a joke.

  • @fjdkfdfjdf33
    @fjdkfdfjdf33 2 місяці тому

    i just saw james in a tollboth. Never seen a happier veteran

  • @wora2965
    @wora2965 3 роки тому +1

    This makes a lot of sense, if you lack proper critical thinking.

  • @tailgunner2
    @tailgunner2 15 років тому

    What's sad is that you are not the first. What is even more dispairing is the fact you won't be the last.

  • @Jefff72
    @Jefff72 2 роки тому +1

    I understand, my long passed grandfather would have wanted that built too! lol

  • @50percentplane
    @50percentplane 15 років тому +1

    WOW! Onion, HOME RUN! I can't begin to recount how many times I've heard stuff like that.

  • @jsallerson
    @jsallerson 4 роки тому +1

    He was driving down I-89, which is in Vermont

  • @rowelle
    @rowelle 15 років тому +1

    People thinking The Onion is real is such a great compliment to The Onion. All of their stuff looks so real. They do great work and they are HILARIOUS!

  • @squidb8
    @squidb8 15 років тому +1

    Wow you think is workin' that memory enough.
    FTW Onion

  • @sumadre101
    @sumadre101 15 років тому +1

    every one of these videos leaves me thoroughly impressed.
    :)

  • @WutWolf
    @WutWolf 15 років тому

    poor guy. i hope that bill gets passed for his son. have a heart congress

  • @HopSkipLimp
    @HopSkipLimp 15 років тому +1

    If I was unaware of the Onion, i'd buy this Hook Line & Sinker- this is so well done.

  • @MustafaPresents
    @MustafaPresents 15 років тому +1

    In the same dream he saw James at the slots...having a very enjoyable time, incidentally.

  • @MrBillTroop73
    @MrBillTroop73 15 років тому

    No, I am compelled to stand up for those fallen heros who are unable to stand up for themselves.

  • @LowRiderGuy
    @LowRiderGuy 15 років тому +1

    I love the way nobody is listening in the background!

  • @MrBillTroop73
    @MrBillTroop73 15 років тому

    may God bless him, and you.

  • @pedrogonzalesgonzales5097
    @pedrogonzalesgonzales5097 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant

  • @brianwesley28
    @brianwesley28 15 років тому +5

    @ILLMATIC2222
    Well, Virginia's 7th District isn't as pronk as Virginia's 11th District is.

  • @MrBillTroop73
    @MrBillTroop73 15 років тому

    I most certainly will not.
    I am compelled to stand up for those who died to protect us.
    Its the right thing to do.

  • @ian_b
    @ian_b 5 років тому

    Only a monster would deny his son's dream.

  • @Sight099
    @Sight099 15 років тому

    I agree and understand completely

  • @lucasw122333
    @lucasw122333 14 років тому +10

    just the title makes me crack up

  • @clearlyme2u
    @clearlyme2u 15 років тому +1

    I was actually sitting here in disbelief ! 45 seconds in I noticed the onion logo.
    I love it.
    "James Loved Toll-Roads"
    LOL.

  • @lebbo88
    @lebbo88 15 років тому +1

    I can actually see this happening.

  • @Aiden057
    @Aiden057 15 років тому

    darker than usual, but excellent, thank you, The Onion.

  • @Bulldogbob80
    @Bulldogbob80 15 років тому +1

    whoops...Just noticed it was from the Onion...they got me again

  • @Maverick180c
    @Maverick180c 3 роки тому +3

    "I love my dead son."

  • @Oceanus57
    @Oceanus57 15 років тому +1

    This is genius.
    I love The Onion!

  • @markoates7562
    @markoates7562 15 років тому

    phenomenal.

  • @kiwkee
    @kiwkee 15 років тому

    ME TOO SON ME TOO - friggen outstanding vid I give it 6 out of 5 stars and so should you if you love this asphalt and good ole american concrete.

  • @GumboGalahad
    @GumboGalahad 15 років тому

    Riversonthemoon-- you are a genius.

  • @straygar
    @straygar 15 років тому

    Yaayz!!! I think that Onion news would be more useful if it was on TV. =P

  • @ScottishAtheist
    @ScottishAtheist 15 років тому

    What a brave man. The road should go ahead.

  • @immortalsun
    @immortalsun 3 роки тому

    This could very well be a real hearing

  • @elotequeen
    @elotequeen 15 років тому +4

    "James loved toll roads." lolllll

  • @breastinspector2
    @breastinspector2 14 років тому +3

    you forgot
    4) Act like a sociable, respectful, understanding guy whether you really are or not off camera
    5) Point to George Bush and make it clear that you're not him
    6) Be in some group that people feel apologetic to

  • @krav1ngfish
    @krav1ngfish 15 років тому

    I agree! It is much better to be robbed by a classy joker.

  • @LiveActionFilms
    @LiveActionFilms 15 років тому

    i for 1 care about them. that said, we used to have months were over 100 brave Americans would die so the violence is down dramatically and life is returning to normal there with most the population saying they feel safe, etc in a recent BBC poll.
    I do hope that the new 30,00 troops that Obama is sending to Afghanistan stay safe. It is more rough there than in Iraq now.

  • @smcmillan88
    @smcmillan88 15 років тому +1

    another genius satire

  • @VirtualSting
    @VirtualSting 15 років тому

    I noticed it too.
    They seem to have a lot of momentum still even after the election.

  • @elspoko
    @elspoko 15 років тому

    Spot on.

  • @romeoneverdies
    @romeoneverdies 15 років тому

    that is so stupid iv heard bad reasons but that is the worst one if i would be that dead son i would be ashamed !

  • @BinaryHe1ix
    @BinaryHe1ix 15 років тому +1

    Hilarious! This is so true. Politicians will do anything to get their damn money.

  • @grayrobot
    @grayrobot 15 років тому

    Onion: Hit or miss. This is a miss.

  • @Nafke
    @Nafke 15 років тому

    not even a little disbelief?

  • @martinfiedler4317
    @martinfiedler4317 Рік тому +2

    So many privates died in wars.
    But we are still SO reluctant to do privatizations!
    Why are we so ungrateful for their sacrifices?

  • @lonebuttafish
    @lonebuttafish 15 років тому

    wow, how can they keep releasing so much halarious stuff!!! i cant belive they still cant run out of ideas!

  • @jigsaw710
    @jigsaw710 15 років тому

    the acting was insane, it looked so real....... :)

  • @nikku13
    @nikku13 15 років тому

    You can't deny a guy his toll roll if his son died. Who could be so mean???

  • @Wolvenfire86
    @Wolvenfire86 15 років тому

    I love this stuff. Satire is such an art form.

  • @sodoesrachael
    @sodoesrachael 15 років тому +2

    Pretty certain he said "I love my dead son."

  • @kazyBarbarian
    @kazyBarbarian 15 років тому

    THANK YOU!!!
    I thought i was the only 1 2 get tht

  • @LordQuadros
    @LordQuadros 15 років тому

    Uh-oh! Better take this one down, Onion! People are getting OFFENDED, and we can't have that! Not on THE INTERNET!

  • @opie327
    @opie327 15 років тому +1

    Dang this had me going for 5 minutes. I've heard of The Onion but had no clue what they did until now. Good stuff. I was about to post that this guy was a disgrace to his own son, pretty harsh lol. But seriously he reminds me of Cindy Sheehan, who I lost all sympathy for (harsh I know) when she disgraced herself in the name of her own son (who was a hero).

  • @tebone7
    @tebone7 15 років тому

    They did a pretty good job on the blue screen, wasn't perfect though. Nice job and nice humor, as always, lol.

  • @25manorpark
    @25manorpark 15 років тому

    and to that I say...
    My son died in a war

  • @m2b1986
    @m2b1986 15 років тому

    Flat out brilliant

  • @jgoemat
    @jgoemat 15 років тому

    And the dream didn't specifically say that it was a toll booth created by the bill, just that his son liked being in the toll booth and liked that the bill had passed.

  • @nezpercenathan
    @nezpercenathan 15 років тому

    This reminds me of a bit in a movie when a used car salesman has his dog play dead, then tells a potential buyer that the dog would have wanted him to buy the car.