5th September 2008

Perfect Ending To A Perfect Week

Police officer in full riot gear to a group of four other cops after Rage concert: Yep, just another night in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis, Downtown-corner of Hennepin and something
Overheard by Yep, just a typical night.

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4th September 2008

Maybe He Likes It That Way

Guy watching Hardball with Chris Matthews being filmed live with Pat Buchanan as guest: Pat Buchanan, you have a high definition booger in your nose!

St. Paul, Rice Park
Overheard by a.lil.

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4th September 2008

Is That A Euphemism?

Ramsey County Sheriff in full SWAT gear to another Sheriff:  I thought all the pigeons were supposed to be killed before the Republicans got here.

Saint Paul,  Wabasha Street
Overheard by First immigrants now birds???

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4th September 2008

Representing Your Party Honorably: You’re Doing It Wrong

Douchebag, on Michelle Obama: To think a woman who should be making the beds in the Lincoln Bedroom might be sleeping in them!

Minneapolis hotel where delegates are staying
Overheard by Jane.

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4th September 2008

I Don’t Believe You

The Tonight Show’s Mo Rocca to his crew about the Hooters girls in the segment: They actually know stuff.

CivicFest – Minneapolis Convention Center
Overheard by I’m suprised too.

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3rd September 2008

Just Be Concerned About The Last Time They Showered

Business Casual Jerk to Business Casual Jerk Friend: You know who is inside don’t you?  It’s those ‘Anarchists!’

Hard Rock Cafe across from Target Center
Overheard by Rage Against the Machine.

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3rd September 2008

The Tips Are Probably Going To Suck

Valet Parking Kid #1: Did you hear they want us to stay open late tonight?  Yeah, for the Rage Against the Machine after crowd.
Valet Parking Kid #2: What?!  FUCK THAT.

Minneapolis, Outside the Capitol Grille
Overheard by Dirty “Anarchist”.

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3rd September 2008

You Take What You Get And Like It

Boy at Ripple Effect while watching Rage Against the Machine talk to State Troopers:  We want Rage, not the Village People!

State Capitol
Overheard by I always liked Victor Willis…

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3rd September 2008

The First Part Is Proving Tricky

A protester: If you don’t fuck with the police, they won’t fuck with you.

State Capitol grounds
Overheard by apparently the only other protester who already knew that.

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2nd September 2008

And Get Lost On Your Way Back

Driver (out window): I have to go pick up a congresswoman!
Guy in next lane over: Take your time.

Summit Ave
Overheard by Stickin’ it to the man, one cabby at a time.

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