I bet Tom Ridge is a happy man

[Zodiak]

This could have happened on his watch and he would be stalled putting together a color code for the poop in his pants.

[xultar]

1. I wouldn't doubt that his lack of knowing what the fuck to do also

helped this colossal operation cluster-fuck get off the ground.

[hlthe2b]

2. He was worthless too.. but as a former Governor...

might have been a bit better on message. That's all I can say for him.

[hopein08]

3. I've been thinking the same thing...

Ridge's idea about plastic sheeting and duct tape maybe have been one of the most honest things he ever said. The translation could easily be seen as "We've got no freakin' clue people! Make yourselves feel better with a some plastic and tape. Don't count on us."

[Berry Cool]

4. Well, remember those scary Ad Council commercials he used to do

where he said "Be ready"?

Now we all know why.

"Be ready...because if something really bad happens, we in the federal government sure aren't going to be able to help you. You're on your own, folks."

Reminds me of that old Cold War joke: "In case of nuclear attack, place your head between your legs and kiss your ass goodbye."