Congressman's Position on Whiskey

    A Congressman was once asked about his attitude toward whiskey.  “If you mean the demon drink that poisons the mind, pollutes the body, desecrates family life, and inflames sinners, then I’m against it.”

    He paused to take a deep breath, and then continued:  “But if you mean the elixir of Christmas cheer, the shield against winter chill, the taxable potion that puts needed funds into public coffers to comfort little crippled children, then I’m for it.  This is my firm position, and I will not compromise!”

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