[meteorite-list] CNN reports Obama to ride in Asteroid-proof Limo; -)

[mexicodoug at aim.com]

Hi Listites and other Amphoterites,

As I scratched my noggin on the why, why, why conspicuous consumption 
is still such a positive cornerstone even for those who promise to 
renew the ever dwindling planetary resources, these words from CNN were 
hilarious (could this government project be the long awaited bailout 
stimulus plan for GM?).

Hmmmm..... they say it is a hybrid vehicle (that runs only on 
diesel?).... If Obama hasn't thought of it yet, I'd quietly order one 
up with dual Rutan hybrid rocket engines, divert a bit of the nitrous 
oxide into the driver's airspace, and take a spin around the asteroid 
belt for what this is costing all those rich taxpayers, but alas, that 
naughty former Australian PM has production tied up for the moment:


**** "[On the Obamas' new official limo to premier on Inaguration Day,] 
One news agency, noting its 8-inch-thick doors, says the limo can 
withstand a "direct hit from an asteroid." But GM spokeswoman Joanne K. 
Krell laughed off the comments.

In truth, the new presidential limo is a Cadillac, Krell said, although 
it is "not a direct extension of any single model."
"The presidential vehicle is built to precise and special 
specifications, undergoes extreme testing and development, and also 
incorporates many of the top aspects of Cadillac's 'regular' cars -- 
such as signature design, hand-cut-and-sewn interiors, etc.," Krell 
told CNN.  "Cadillac is honored to serve and renew this great 
tradition," she said. "And it is entirely appropriate that an American 
president has at his service a great American vehicle."

For much of the country's history, the Secret Service didn't even drive 
the president, evidently oblivious to the dangers of asteroids.**** "


Wow - unfortunately for most of us, the Secret Service almost had it 
right!  Furthermore...what fun will it be if the vehicle industry 
follows suite and the hammered become the hammers, with just a little 
remaining black fusion crust remaining on the vehicle next to a pile of 
pulverized meteorite powder.
The complete story and a picture of the engineering gem:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/01/06/driving.obama/index.html

Best wishes and Happy New Year,
Doug
(disclaimer-this post is apolitical, virtually all leaders are equally 
inclined not to look their lavishes of state and gifts horse in the 
mouth.  Just happens this workhorse's asteroid proof!)