And, from the floating email archive:
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You might recall that John Hinckley was a seriously deranged young
man who shot President Reagan in the early 1980s. Hinckley was
absolutely obsessed with movie star Jodie Foster, extremely
jealous, and in his twisted mind,loved Jodie Foster to the point
that to make himself well known to her, he attempted to assassinate
President Reagan. There is speculation Hinckley may soon be
released as having been rehabilitated. Consequently, you may
appreciate the following letter from John McCain that the staff at
the mental facility, treating Hinckley , reportedly intercepted this past weekend:
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To: John Hinkley
From: John McCain
My wife and I wanted to drop you a short note to tell you how
pleased we are with the great strides you are making in your
recovery. In our fine country’s spirit of understanding and
forgiveness, we want you to know there is a non-partisan consensus
of compassion and forgiveness throughout.
My wife Cindy and I want you to know that no grudge is borne
against you for shooting President Reagan. We, above all, are aware
of how the mental stress and pain could have driven you to such an
act of desperation. We are confident that you will soon make a
complete recovery and return to your family to join the world again
as a healthy and productive young man.
Best Wishes,
John and Cindy McCain
PS: While you have been incarcerated, Barack Obama has been banging
Jodie Foster like a screen door in a wind storm.
Just thought you would like to know.
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Very very funny.