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Chris Christie

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    May 7, 2013

    My Thoughts On Chris Christie's Weight Loss Surgery

    New Jersey Governor Chris Christie recently had a band placed around his stomach to reduce its size so he wouldn't eat so much, which certainly can work, though it seems like a rather extreme way to lose weight. How about just eating less and exercising? The craze for altering the size of one's st ... More >>

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    April 8, 2013

    Night of 1000 Gowns Was Sumptuous

    The Imperial Court of New York's annual Night of 1000 Gowns gala--at the Hilton last night--brought out a sumptuous array of gown- and tux-wearers of various genders, as the court gathered to anoint the new Emperor and Empress, Wen-Dee Bouvier Pinkhouse and Gracie Steeles. What a night. From red ca ... More >>

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    March 17, 2013

    "Rack" and Ruin: Rightbloggers Have a Messy CPAC

    Last week the 39th annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) met at National Harbor in Maryland near DC. If you heard anything about it, you probably heard about a CPAC forum called "Are You Sick and Tired of Being Called a Racist and You Know You're Not One?" that was every bit the dis ... More >>

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    February 5, 2013

    Gov. Christie, You Don't Look "Startlingly" Healthy, But the Donut Gag Was Great

    Ah! The old whip-the-doughnut-out-of-your-suit-jacket-pocket maneuver. Shrewd move Mr. Governor. Play the fat joke on yourself before the comedian can play it on you. In a brilliant preemptive strike, N.J Gov. Chris Christie addressed the 500-pound elephant in the room--his weight--by whipping o ... More >>

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    January 25, 2013

    Mark Zuckerberg Will Fundraise For (Facebook Friend) Chris Christie's Re-Election

    It's good to have someone with over 17 million Facebook friends on your side, especially when it involves a political campaign. According to Buzzfeed, Mark Zuckerberg, the social network billionaire, will hold a fundraiser next month for New Jersey Governor Chris Christie out in Palo Alto, Californ ... More >>

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    January 7, 2013

    Chris Christie Explains His Extreme Actions

    Just recently, New Jersey governor Chris Christie went vocally ballistic on fellow Republican John Boehner for delaying a vote on the multi-billion-dollar package to help victims of Hurricane Sandy. Christie and New York Governor Cuomo released a statement saying, "When American citizens are in nee ... More >>

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    January 3, 2013

    Rep. John Boehner Is Sandy Victims' Last (Half-Ass) Hope in Washington

    We know, we're sick of writing about Congress, too. Especially when it involves the inability to pass a relief package to disaster stricken areas we know all too well. Last week, we mentioned that a main problem of the fiscal cliff was its legislative contagion: because of the disaster it caused in ... More >>

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    December 13, 2012

    Let's Stop Caring About A President's Weight, Please

    Yesterday, Barbara Walters sat down with Governor Chris Christie for a live broadcast interview. For his dedication to New Jersey during Hurricane Sandy and the non-partisan, budding friendship with President Obama, the famous newswoman made room for the Governor on her 'The 10 Most Fascinating Peop ... More >>

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    October 31, 2012

    Gov. Christie Stupidly Gets Flak For Praising Obama's Response to Sandy

    Yesterday, we reported on the media's tendency to politicize this catastrophe into an electoral issue and how that is a terrible symptom of infinite media. And we continue to see this play out as the Eastern seaboard cleans itself up from some of the worst inflicted damage in recent history. The nex ... More >>

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    September 9, 2012

    Political Dysfunction Over the 9/11 Museum Continues!

    As we all know, Tuesday marks the 11th anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks - more than a decade has passed since the day that will forever live in New York and America's memories. Over time, the City has undergone a long and arduous process of moving on from the terrible events that occurr ... More >>

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    September 4, 2012

    California Gov. Jerry Brown Vs. Chris Christie In A Foot Race: Christie's Odds Now At 5,000/1

    Regardless of whether you like him, agree with him politically, or hate his guts, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is a bit on the husky side. At a stunning 5-foot-11 and upwards of 285 pounds, Christie's bod resembles that of "Vito" from "The Sopranos" -- sans the appeal to burly bikers -- which ... More >>

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    August 25, 2012

    Newark Mayor Cory Booker Vs. NJ Governor Chris Christie in 2013? It Could Happen

    Next week, the Democratic National Convention gets underway in Charlotte, North Carolina. As most of these things go, the three-day extravaganza will be a rallying call to the party's base. Along with business leaders and Democratic figures, one of the keynote speakers will be Corey Booker, the Mayo ... More >>

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    July 13, 2012

    "I'm So Bummed Politicians Won't Be Speaking At 9/11 Memorial" Is Something You'll Never Hear Anyone Say...Ever

    Commemorating the most tragic day in U.S. history will be slightly easier to watch his year -- the 9/11 memorial will still be pretty sad, as the names of all the victims of the terrorist attacks will be read at the sight of the World Trade Center. But unlike previous years, politicians won't get a ... More >>

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    June 23, 2012

    Cuomo & Christie Complete Opposites on Marijuana Decriminalization... Kinda

    This has been one hell of a week for marijuana in the Tri-State reefer scene.After Governor Cuomo attempted to pass a bill that would have decriminalized the "public view" loophole of pot policy, Senate Republicans banded together to scalp the proposal before reaching a vote. Once the bill was dead, ... More >>

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    April 10, 2012

    The Tunnel To Nowhere: Times Report Questions Gov. Christie's Decision To Scrap ARC Plan

    When Governor Chris Christie of New Jersey struck down the Access to the Region's Core (ARC) plan two years ago, he gained enormous praise from the Right for standing up to the Obama administration's demands. However, according to a report this morning from the New York Times, the decision ... More >>

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    February 23, 2012

    Gay Marriage Just Got Crabs! Maryland Senate Passes Marriage Equality

    The Maryland Senate just passed a marriage equality bill, 25-22, putting the Chesapeake Bay State en route to becoming the seventh in the nation (plus the District of Columbia) to allow same-sex couples the right to marry. Maryland is the third state in as many weeks where both houses of its legis ... More >>

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    February 18, 2012

    SSM Update: NJ Gov Follows Through On Promise To Veto Bill, Maryland On The Road To Equality

    On Thursday, we told you about the passage of a bill in New Jersey's Assembly that would make same sex marriage legal in the state. N.J. Governor Chris Christie promised that he would veto the bill when it landed on his desk, and he held true to his word. The New York Daily News says that Christie w ... More >>

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    February 16, 2012

    SSMpalooza: Jersey Legislature Passes Gay Marriage, Giving Second Governor Named Chris Chance to Sign Equality Law In One Week

    Who knew this was possible? As New Jersey's Assembly just passed a marriage equality bill 41-33, this week is turning out even gayer for marriage than last week was. A couple days ago, in the happier half of A Tale Of Two Governor Chrises, Gov. Chris Gregoire signed marriage equality into law for ... More >>

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    February 9, 2012

    Obama to Free New Jersey Schools From No Child Requirements

    President Obama is expected to announce today that he will allow ten states to be exempted from the strict test-based measures of the No Child Left Behind Act. The states are Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Oklahoma, Tennessee -- and our beloved neighbor New ... More >>

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    February 1, 2012

    Meanwhile, in New Jersey, Everybody Is Mad at Chris Christie

    Ah, New Jersey. The land where fake orange tans and affable, clueless Republicans come together to make magic. New Yorkers should consider themselves lucky to live so close to New Jersey, particularly right now. New Jersey governor Chris Christie, one-time potential Republican presidential candidat ... More >>

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    January 23, 2012

    With Giants' Win, Mike Bloomberg Doesn't Have To Rename 49th Street

    With all the excitement around the Giants beating the 49ers last night, what remains to be talked about is, perhaps, the most exciting news of all -- 49th Street will remain 49th Street! That's right, folks. Our news here today is that nothing is happening to 49th Street. You see, our mayor recen ... More >>

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    December 23, 2011

    Keith Olbermann And I Dish Half-Naked Republicans!

    Vanity Fair has posted a hilarious mock calendar of various Repuglicans in various states of undress. (At least I think they're fake photos. The Repugs' real nudie spreads are no doubt buried somewhere deep inside their cell phones.)

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    December 22, 2011

    Chris Christie: It Would Be 'Presumptuous' to Rule Out Vice-Presidential Bid

    ​Frequently bombastic New Jersey governor Chris Christie said on Fox News today that it would be "presumptuous" of him to say no to running on Mitt Romney's ticket for vice president if the opportunity was offered to him. Christie endorsed Romney last month. Early in the interview, Politico re ... More >>

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    December 8, 2011

    Chris Christie Mic-Checked by Occupy Protesters in Des Moines

    New Jersey governor Chris Christie was mic-checked by Occupy protesters yesterday at a Des Moines, Iowa. Christie seems relatively unfazed as the protesters chant "Put people first" (we think that's what they're saying, at least).

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    October 12, 2011

    Mitt Romney's The Republican Frontrunner

    ​Check out this thoughtful piece which explains why, after his endorsement from Chris Christie and his performance at the last debate, Mitt Romney is the top dog to try to boot Obama from employment. Author John Dickerson says that at the New Hampshire debate, Rick Perry "was too vague and fu ... More >>

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    October 4, 2011

    Chris Christie: 'It Did Not Feel Right to Me in My Gut' to Run for Prez

    In a non-shocking un-turn of events today, Chris Christie announced today that he will continue to not be running for president. In the process, he set himself up for some truly unfortunate fat jokes. He told everyone to get the hell off the beach made a wisecrack or two about his non-campaign: "New ... More >>

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    September 25, 2011

    As Rick Perry Stumbles, Rightbloggers Run To (Non-Candidate) Chris Christie

    The economy sucks, and so do President Obama's poll numbers. Yet many smart people think Obama's got a chance at reelection next year. Why? Because he gets to run against the nominee of the Republican Party, which seems hellbent on throwing the election. In the GOP's latest slapstick routine, put ... More >>

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    August 19, 2011

    Chris Christie Squabbles With Mike Bloomberg Over 9/11 Ceremony

    ​The ten-year anniversary of 9/11, which could be the last hurrah for the Tribute in Light, is also presenting itself as a good opportunity for area politicians to bicker with each other. New Jersey governor Chris Christie is trying to stage-manage the ceremony, basically, and Mayor Bloomberg ... More >>

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    July 29, 2011

    America's Obesity Crisis Finds Its Nutshell

    Office of the Governor​"I weigh too much because I eat too much...And I eat some bad things too." -- New Jersey Governor Chris Christie talks about his health during a press conference Have a tip or restaurant-related news? Send it to fork@villagevoice.com. Twitter: @ForkintheRoadVV

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    June 17, 2011

    Chris Christie and Roger Ailes Have a Secret Relationship; It Sucks to Work For AOL

    ​Fox News boss Roger Ailes loves Chris Christie and has made no secret of his desire for the New Jersey governor to run for president in 2012. Christie maintains that he's 100% not running this time around, though that hasn't stopped a relationship from blooming between the powerful Republican ... More >>

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    June 1, 2011

    Chris Christie Made It to His Son's Baseball Game ... In a Helicopter

    Christopher Costa for Patch​The governor of New Jersey is a busy man, but made time to see his son play baseball yesterday; he arrived in a State Police helicopter. Chris Christie had a hectic marathon of important meetings and New Jersey allows the use of the choppers, which cost at least $1, ... More >>

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    May 23, 2011

    Mitch Daniels Out of 2012 Race; Herman Cain is the Next President of the United States

    Despite the speculation of Fox News ("he has a proven record of managing the kinds of fiscal problems that beset our nation"), the Washington Post ("a Daniels candidacy probably would be taken as a sign that the games are over for the Republican Party, that it is time to buckle down and organize to ... More >>

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    April 5, 2011

    No One Likes Cathie Black Yet: Approval Rating at 17%

    ​Since being named New York City schools chancellor 100 days ago, Cathie Black has not had an easy go of it. Her appointment was delayed by naysayers, getting the whole thing off to a bad start, but it was only made worse when she actually took over, making insensitive jokes about birth contro ... More >>

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    March 10, 2011

    Chris Christie: Hot, Sexy, Lying and Popular!

    Above is a video clip of a woman at a Sussex County town hall meeting telling New Jersey governor Chris Christie, who the New York Times Magazine called "fat," that he is "hot and sexy" because he's "smart and... has the perseverance to do what's right." A recent national survey named Christie the " ... More >>

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    December 4, 2010

    New Jersey Inching Toward Medical Marijuana, But It Won't Be the "Good Stuff"

    NJ Stoners​Ailing New Jersey residents may be smoking medical marijuana by next summer thanks to a compromise reached between Governor Chris Christie and weed advocates, who thought they had won when previous Governor Jon Corzine signed a law legalizing the treatment on his way out of office. ... More >>

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    November 9, 2010

    Chris Christie, GOP Star, Is a Man for Four Seasons -- Hotels

    ​Chris Christie, a.k.a. "Governor Wrecking Ball," likes to live large we now know thanks to an intrepid inspector general for the Department of Justice, although it's not clear if this helps or hurts the political fortunes of the XXX-sized New Jersey gov.

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    June 20, 2010

    Everyone Hates New Jersey, Whether It Stinks or Not

    ​Preconceived notions are hard things to break, especially when they originate with those who know how it really is. Then it's just called the truth. Just ask New Jersey, arguably the state most often derided by outsiders, but also a state in which 75% of residents say they're "dissatisfied" w ... More >>

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    January 5, 2010

    New Jersey Gay Marriage Bill Scheduled to Fail Thursday

    The Jersey gay marriage vote, which had been stalled for weeks, is now scheduled to be held in the state senate on Thursday. There was thought to be a bushel of bills ahead of it, and it had previously been pulled from the state senate agenda for fear of failure, but someone must have done a quick ... More >>

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    December 9, 2009

    Springsteen Won't Play Christie's Inaugural; Supports Gay Marriage Instead

    ​Incoming Republican Governor of New Jersey Chris Christie asked Jersey bard Bruce Springsteen to play at his January 19 inauguration. The Boss declined. Christie's people say "he doesn't want to get involved in state politics" and wished Christie "every success." The Governor-Elect will in ... More >>

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    December 1, 2009

    Gay Marriage Bill Wins in D.C. Council; New York Still Lags

    ​By a vote of 11-2 (with former Mayor Marion Barry among the minority), the Washington, D.C. city council has agreed to recognize gay marriages in the District. This isn't the end of it: procedure requires a second reading within two weeks, and then the Mayor's signature, a Congressional resol ... More >>

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    November 3, 2009

    Election 2009: Tight in Jersey

    The polls closed at 8 p.m. but the Jersey Governor's race between incumbent Jon Corzine (pictured) and former U.S. Attorney Chris Christie is at present too close to call, just as late polls had suggested. Republicans are cautiously optimistic: "POLITICS 24/7 is willing to go out on a limb with Chr ... More >>

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    November 3, 2009

    Christie Wins

    The folks at NJN News are taking an exceedingly, exit-poll-informed pro-Christie view, so in the spirit of the evening let's just call -- oops, we're informed by our boss (Gene Evans in Park Row) that they're calling Jersey for Chris Christie. That's odd, NewsMax just told us that ACORN was "gearin ... More >>

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    October 31, 2009

    Daggett to Giuliani in NJ Gov race: go home.

    ​With a scant few days left before high-profile elections in NY-23 and NYC, both of which are in New York, America's Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani is spending his time in Jersey, stumping for Republican Chris Christie and feuding with insurgent Independent Chris Daggett. Giuliani told the NY Pos ... More >>

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    October 25, 2009

    Daggett lost on ballot in NJ Gov race

    ​The Newark Star-Ledger, which shook up the NJ gubernatorial election by endorsing Independent candidate Chris Daggett over incumbent Democrat Jon Corzine and Republican Chris Christie, is questioning whether voters who agree with them will be able to find him on the ballot. Candidates who ar ... More >>

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    October 22, 2009

    Corzine Still Leads in Jersey Despite Voter Hatred

    A new poll of "likely voters" shows Jon Corzine maintaining his 3-point lead over Chris Christie for the governorship of New Jersey. Whereas the previous poll gave Corzine a 40-37 edge on Christie, in today's Rutgers-Eagleton tally each of them lost a point, presumably to third-party challenger Chri ... More >>

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    October 16, 2009

    Hated Corzine Takes Lead in Jersey Poll

    ​New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine seems miraculously to have taken the lead in his reelection effort against former federal prosecutor Chris Christie, 40-37 (with independent candidate Christopher Daggett taking 14 percent) -- despite the fact that 49 percent of voters disapprove of Corzine's ... More >>

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    October 16, 2009

    Cheek, in Review: 7 Days of Runnin' Scared

    ​ Twitpic via DanaBoscorelli. Up, Up and Awry! The Balloon Boy and his wacky father helped keep our minds off the real world, which sucked even more than usual. In national news, the Nobel Peace Prize continued its deadly rampage across America. But don't despair, rightbloggers: President O ... More >>

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    October 11, 2009

    Star-Ledger endorses the Independent in NJ-Gov race

    ​Meanwhile, across the river, New Jersey's largest newspaper endorsed independent candidate Chris Daggett for Governor today over incumbent Democrat Jon Corzine and Republican opponent Chris Christie. The Star-Ledger editorial says that their decision is less about the major party candidates, ... More >>

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    October 9, 2009

    Your Weekend Political Rundown, from Kreepie Kats

    Kreepie Kats wrap up the week in politics. "Chris Christie is a fat retard. Only fat retards will vote for Chris Chistie." (How come Gawker doesn't have this? Too local?)

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    June 3, 2009

    Chris Christie Wins GOP Nomination for NJ Governor

    Yesterday New Jersey Republicans picked Christopher Christie to run against wealthy incumbent Democratic governor Jon Corzine. Christie presently holds a seven-point poll lead over Corzine, so Republicans, heretofore glum about Jersey in general ("the people of New Jersey have apparently made an ir ... More >>

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