Cheesesteaks Against Cheesecakes
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- October
- 26
The friendly wagering is underway between New York and Philadelphia politicians as the Yankees and Phillies head to the World Series, with game 1 Wednesday night.
New York’s senators—Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand—are betting cheesecakes from Junior’s while Pennslyvania’s senators—Arlen Spector and Bob Casey—are putting up cheesesteaks from Philadelphia on the outcome.
Here’s their quotes:
“I give Senators Specter and Casey credit for sticking with their team but I can already taste those delicious Philly cheesesteaks,” Schumer said. “And even though the Phillies won the World Series last year, there’s no comparing the Yankees’ 26 World Series victories to the Phillies two. When the dust settles, I am confident that the Yankees will be victorious and Senator Gillibrand and I will be enjoying our Philly cheesesteaks.”
“It’s great to see the Bronx Bombers back in the World Series with so many familiar faces from their storied run in the 1990’s,” Specter said. “Unfortunately for the Yankees, tradition alone will do them little good against Charlie Manuel’s fearsome lineup. I look forward to enjoying the New York cheesecakes, although nothing will be as sweet as the Phillies’ back-to-back titles.”
“After impressive performances in both the National League Division and Championship series, I am confident that the Phillies are well on their way to becoming back-to-back World Series Champions,” said Senator Casey. “If the Phillies keep up their extraordinary efforts at the plate, on the mound and in the field, it is only a matter of time until Senator Specter and I are able to enjoy some delicious cheesecake.”
“I look forward to a great World Series and enjoying a cheese steak to celebrate the Yankee victory with my friends Senators Casey and Specter,” said Senator Gillibrand. “It should be a terrific matchup between two great organizations, but I give the edge to the Bronx Bombers. The last team to win back-to-back World Series championships was our Yankees – that record will hold strong this year. Their lineup and pitching is superb and New York does have the best fans in the world. Go Yankees!”
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Junior’s near Times Square, Gillebrand could probably find with the help of a map and a chauffeur… If they buy the cheesecake at Junior’s in Brooklyn, Schumer will have to take care of it, since Gillebrand would have no clue as to how to get to Brooklyn. Maybe Al D’Amato could help her (again) . He likes the one with a lot of crust.
Isn’t Dr Hayworth an abortionist?
Freikin’ cheesecakes and cheesesteaks. How about a Yankee Doodle and a Philly cheroot? Or a New York minute and a Philadelphia Pen? The next cogent, original thought from any of these overpaid, overrated time- wasters will be their first.