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With Friends Like This

Gray Davis, the confederately named former governor of California who was ousted from office in the recall that gave us Arnold Schwarzenegger as his replacement, returned to Sacramento yesterday for the unveiling of his portrait in the state capitol. Whatever it was that brought about his humiliating demise was long forgotten. Davis took credit for investing in young people and raising school standards. Standing next to him, Schwarzenegger heaped praise on Davis for the "incredible" job he did over 30 years of public life -- "he always fought for the underdog, he always fought for the poor..." -- and, more incredible still, talked about how he and Maria have become good friends with the Davises since the 2003 election.

"Every time I have a problem, or any time that I need advice, I still can call him, and he always gives me great, great advice," Arnold said. "So I want to say, 'Thank you very much. It's great to be your friend.'"

Now you know why politicians are such credible creatures.

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