Jokes are only funny when they’re built upon a kernel of truth. That’s why this snark from comedian Jim Gaffigan absolutely nails it with regard to libs’ hostility toward “American Sniper”:
“Well, the only way we beat American Sniper for best picture is if we characterize people that like it as nutjobs.” – Hollywood Publicist
— Jim Gaffigan (@JimGaffigan) January 25, 2015
https://twitter.com/CalebHowe/status/559226031219818497
@CalebHowe @SooperMexican @JimGaffigan I didn't think it was a Best Pic film. From a jaded POV: a VERY important film, just not the best
— The Ginger Blues (@thegingerblues) January 25, 2015
@thegingerblues that's a fair position but a far cry from those who call Chris Kyle psychotic @CalebHowe @JimGaffigan
— ¡El Sooopèrr! ن c137 (@SooperMexican) January 25, 2015
https://twitter.com/CalebHowe/status/559228488977113089
@JimGaffigan fuck you and your different opinions, I hope your entire career is ruined because of this one tweet 🙂
— CEO of shirts (@palemovieman) January 25, 2015
@PaleAndChubby ha
— Jim Gaffigan (@JimGaffigan) January 25, 2015
@JimGaffigan PS I've never seen American Sniper and thought you made a good point. My last tweet was a poorly constructed joke.
— CEO of shirts (@palemovieman) January 25, 2015
@PaleAndChubby I figured it was a joke or you were a nut job. Funny either way.
— Jim Gaffigan (@JimGaffigan) January 25, 2015
Heh.
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with additional text.
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