Whatever it takes [to win], I will do.’”

FlashReport ^ | 6/6/06 | Karen Hanretty

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“What would you do for a Klondike Bar?” You know the jingle. Sing along. “What would you do for a Klondike Bar?”

Perhaps the mere thought of the rich, creamy vanilla ice cream covered in a thin layer of chocolate makes you admit, “Anything! I’ll do whatever it takes for a Klondike Bar.” Mmmmm….. Klondike Bar.

How about this for a jingle, “What would you do to win re-election?” It’s not quite as catchy, but sing along with me regardless. “What would you do to win re-election?” This must be the jingle that Gov. Schwarzenegger had going through his head when he told the Wall Street Journal, “Whatever it takes [to win], I will do.” (WSJ, 6/3/06)

Here’s the quote in context: “Sitting in an overstuffed wicker chair in his ‘smoking tent,’ set in the courtyard of the state capitol, Mr. Schwarzenegger said the policies from 2005 were ‘my mistake.’ Explaining his switch, he added: ‘I always like to win. I don't get hung up on ideology. Whatever it takes, I will do.’” (Emphasis added.)

I suspect the governor’s quote will take on new meaning the closer we get to Election Day on November 7th.

Do you think that's what Bush 41 had in mind when he delivered that infamous "Read my lips" speech about no new taxes?

“Whatever it takes….”