WASHINGTON, D.C. (YBH) – Yesterday Paul McCartney received the prestigious Gershwin Prize at the White House. Mr. McCartney received the award for his achievements as a former member of the Beatles and for a long and industrious solo career.
McCartney wins award, blasts Bush.
A concert, headlined by Mr. McCartney, to celebrate the award was held at the White House last night. McCartney and a host of other luminous artists sang for the first family and White House staff throughout the evening. Comedian Jerry Seinfeld also performed.
After the ceremony and concert Mr. McCartney is quoted as saying in reference to the Library of Congress, “After the last eight years, it’s great to have a president who knows what a library is.” Mr. McCartney is referring to the idea held among many liberals as to the level of George W. Bush’s intelligence.
It is no secret that the powers that be in the entertainment industry traditionally prefer Democrats. Conservatives wonder at what point “Bush bashing” will fall out of favor.
Ari David, a former comedian and actor, and now a Republican candidate for California’s 30th Congressional District said, “Fully a year and a half into the Obama Administration and the old hats are still at it. Mr. McCartney and others can knock the former President if they want. Last time I checked, the unemployment rate was nearly 10%, an oil spill is gushing unabated in the Gulf of Mexico, and the U.S. deficit is headed toward Greek levels. All under Barack Obama’s watch. But, by all means let’s knock Bush.”
Paul McCartney is the third person ever to receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, awarded by the Library of Congress. The other two recipients were Stevie Wonder and Paul Simon.
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