Just shameful.
Via Ace: Berlusconi is "the Christ of Politics".
First it was Napoleon. Now it is Jesus Christ.Oh, Silvio... why must thou mockest Kanye Christ?
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Belusconi has compared himself to both, prompting the open scorn of his political opponents and even the quietly raised eyebrows of his coalition partners.“I am the Jesus Christ of politics,” Italian media quoted him as saying at a dinner with supporters on Saturday night. “I am a patient victim, I put up with everyone, I sacrifice myself for everyone.”
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On Friday, Berlusconi compared himself to Napoleon, saying only the French emperor had done more for his country.
What's with all the pop culture blasphemy these days? Is it the new "thing" or what?
I'm just not that cool, I guess.