Like today's Kentucky Derby, it's time to say it here: "And DOWN the stretch they come . . . "

[Faygo Kid]

Reminds me of Affirmed and Alydar. Anyone knowing horse racing history understands that analogy.

And Barack is Affirmed.

Of course, in the general election, he'll be another horse, one they nicknamed Big Red back in 1973:



Poor John McCain, his horsey fate will be different:

[DJ13]

1. I bet the nag comes in second

:hide:

[Faygo Kid]

2. LOL. Highly unkind, but funny.

I've had my "filly" of her.

[gristy]

3. What time does the race start? Not the coverage, but the race.

Anyone know?

[JohnnyLib2]

4. Post time 6:04, according to the Louisville paper.

Watch out, OP, the Derby often has a surprise ending. :toast:

[Faygo Kid]

5. Post time is 6:05 p.m. EDT. Coverage on NBC from 5-7.

Haven't tracked it much this year, but I will watch.