So Gordon Brown has become the laughing stock of the media, especially since his government has pretty much come undone. He is a figure of mockery, and a focal point of satirical comedy, not least using his physical flaws. Jeremy Clarkson has become known for his controversial, sometimes even dangerous remarks, usually resulting in pleased fans and outraged opposers. These two elements have not married well. Last year they married to create a PR crisis for Clarkson when he called the PM a "one-eyed Scottish idiot", and subsequently was forced to apologise. Lesson learned right?
Uhhh no. When discussing public policy Clarkson said "The reason you can't do that is because Gordon Brown is a ----." The ---- refers to c*nt case you were wondering. As the Telegraph put it the "four-letter swear word generally considered to be the most offensive in the English language" (LOL). No apology has been issued yet, but Clarkson did get a good talking to by one of the producers following the show. However, I have an issue with this. Yes indeed the word used by Clarkson is a very offensive one, but it is one that has been used by many a comedian to describe our PM. Similarly, the remark was made during a not-for-broadcast section of the show, in front of an adult audience who, presumably, have at least some level of understanding of Clarkson's humour and are most likely to be fans of it. And, although mainstream media may not use that specific word to describe Brown, it is generally the implication that he is absolutely useless, such is his reputation degraded and dirtied. And that is why that infamous quote from Animal Farm is the title of this entry. In the end, isn't Clarkson just vocalising general opinion? And doesn't he have a right to say what he will in the situation he was in?
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