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There’s a up-and-coming political star that is making waves on the local level, 5-year-old Jerry Manders from Chicago, Illinois, has been identified as a lying prodigy with a skill set so advanced that he is already being hailed as a future star in American politics.

“Yes, I did my homework last night,” Jerry fibbed to his kindergarten teacher earlier this week, not knowing that this precise moment would set him on a path to future public office. Jerry, who had instead spent the prior evening watching toy unboxing videos, showcased a remarkable aptitude for deflecting blame, disarming his opponents with confusing rhetoric, and a natural talent for lying constantly—all foundational skills in the political arena.

https://tattletaletimes.com/index.php/2023/09/01/jerry-manders-5-year-old-prodigy-liar-already-hailed-as-future-political-star/

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[–] rachthegoldberg@lemmy.world 13 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Jerry Manders could probably govern better than most politicians these days!

[–] kersploosh@sh.itjust.works 8 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Enough of these old career politicians. We need some fresh blood in Washington. I'm all for Jerry Mander! I don't know anything about what he actually stands for, but I'm sure he'll be fine.

[–] tattletaletimes@lemmy.world 7 points 5 months ago

i hear he's really good at drawing ridiculous looking maps 😆

[–] Joep@lemmy.world 6 points 5 months ago

i could name a few

[–] theodewere@kbin.social 3 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago)

he's always been a prodigy.. by the time he was 3 Jerry had already figured out that if you stick to the lie, Mommy will eventually get tired and give you another cookie..