Political Nanny: Punches, Not Hugs, for the Obamas

Madeline Holler — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 19:31:00 GMT

The Obamas are too cute, too now, too post-convenient political marriage for air kisses, fake-smiling, Gore-style deep throat kisses or even the standard spouse hug.

Instead, the presumptive Democratic nominee and fave of the way young in America demonstrates how to "punch it in" with his favorite gal. At last! The mainstreaming of the most suitable alternative to the dated and cringe-inducing High 5!

Of course, if you're old school or in a continuous approval ratings free-fall, there's always the chest-bump (or bicep flex or surprise phone call). In terms of body gestures and politics, 2008 cannot end fast enough.

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Political Nanny: Punches, Not Hugs, for the Obamas