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* Had to give a speech then went out to lunch with an old friend and lost track of time. I’ll be posting in a bit. This caption contest will serve as our question of the day. Mike Cramer, my former cartoonist, drew this one of me while I was giving a speech. We’re using this graphic on the invites to our March 31st charity fundraiser to benefit Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. Tickets will go on sale very soon…
Try to be gentle, please.
posted by Rich Miller
Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:01 pm
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Comment by 47th Ward Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:13 pm
The tie is all wrong dude!! The collar is NEVER buttoned and the tie is ALWAYS ASKEW>>
Comment by PQ's Primary Opponent Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:16 pm
Though many have feared the Miller, few know that it is the BEARD which wields the true power of his blog. Behold it in all its glory.
Comment by beserkr29 Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:18 pm
NO need to go any further….47th Ward nailed it!
Comment by Because I say so... Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:20 pm
We finaly find out what the teacher looks like on Penuts.
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:23 pm
After seeing the concept art Marvel decided Part-Time Faculty Man was not going to work…
or
Most were impressed by Tim’s sketch of the sub they had for the art teacher that day.
or
Republicans were shocked that he was looking to the right, Democrats felt it had confirmed their feelings about him
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:26 pm
Phineas J. Whoopee - the tweed jacket and beard years.
“If you see this man talk to ANY of my Mushrooms, you let me know”.
“a man, in his late 40’s was seen hoping out of one of the offices, on the 3rd Floor of the Capitol today … here is an artist’s rendition …”
“You see this man … let him know I put these drinks on his tab.”
“Yeah, I saw him … where? … a bar, uh restaurant … which one? …you kidding me?”
“Yeah, that might be him, but usually I am under the influence, and he doesn’t look that clear to me.”
Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:27 pm
When Mr. Miller would have his students do a sketch of him, they all would nail the beard.
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:28 pm
I always wondered what happened to Pig Pen.
Comment by Michelle Flaherty Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:28 pm
Rich Miller’s Cameo in A-ha’s “take on me” music video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djV11Xbc914&ob=av3e
Comment by Boone's is Back Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:31 pm
Mr Weatherbe from Archie, the early years….
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:32 pm
“Someone get me a whiskey on the rocks and a shot of Jameson… I can’t give a speech with dry-mouth”
P.S. - Picture is spot on. Hahaha
Comment by Mike Murray Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:32 pm
He has been known to write Capitol Fax late in the evening, then be amazed at what even HE found out the next morning…
Campaigns have been known to wait to hear from him is they are starting …
Governors claim to not read him, but they unknowingly quote him to his face often…
He can order a round of drinks and get the quote written on a napkin with either hand and would would never know the difference…
he is …
The Most Interesting “Artist’s Rendition” in the World.
Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:37 pm
Once Bill had been reduced to doing courtroom sketches of local attorneys in possession cases it was time to move on
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:39 pm
Very professorial. The PHD of Illinois politics.
Comment by RetiredStateEmployee Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:40 pm
OH MY GOD, LOOK, IT’S RICK PEARSON!!!
Comment by The Captain Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:42 pm
I’m going to blow up Earth!!
Comment by ah HA Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:42 pm
The title of this cartoon is “It’s Been An “Up” Day.”
Comment by unclesam Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:43 pm
This just in…with no other options, Gov. Pat Quinn has entered Witness Protection. This artist’s rendition speculates upon Quinn’s incognito look…a homeless man in a suit (yep, that tie is purple.)
Comment by Suburbs Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:44 pm
He once road a bus all over bleeping Illinois with a bleeping sociopath in hopes of getting some products to shape up hair and beard
No luck
Comment by CircularFiringSquad Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:44 pm
Everyone who has had drinks with Rich thought the ‘blurry’ suit was spot on…
or
Dagwood and Blondie’s oldest
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:48 pm
Later in life, Pigpen would grow to be a well known political journalist. But the little dust-covered tike never forgave the Peanuts gang for picking on him those many years.
Comment by L.S. Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:48 pm
“Dear rich,
If you make this ‘Color by Numbers’, i will culor it and sign it & sent it bak to you.
You Pal,
Jason P.”
Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:48 pm
It was one of the most interesting Art Instruction School applications they had ever seen..
It didn’t look like a turtle or a pirate…
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:50 pm
What do you mean the drawing isn’t proportional?
Don’t you guys appreciate the size of my intellect?
Comment by Wensicia Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:51 pm
Take the cannoli.
Comment by Anonymous Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:56 pm
Rod found the art classes in Colorado to be therapeutic…
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:57 pm
King Richard IV
Comment by Dirty Red Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 2:58 pm
“I shoulda cut my hair like this BEFORE Tichenor’s show.”
Can’t wait for the roast. Pay back is a word the comment filter does not allow
Comment by Barton Lorimor Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:13 pm
“Now available in stores … The ‘Magic Sketchy’… a Must-Have for all Illinois political wonks. How does it work?
Well, you ask the sketch a question …
‘Will Governor Quinn sign the bill?’ ‘All signs point yes!’
‘Will the Speaker have hearings’, ‘Looks like NO from my Pad’
‘Your blog is biased, and Illinois is in trouble’, ‘Bite Me!’
Yes, if you need your political questions answered, the Magic Sketchy is the one gift for both parties …
Don’t forget the Tea Party! …Ha, ha, ha …
Operators are standing by, and remember all state tax rates apply …”
Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:18 pm
Trey Anastasio meets Jack Black.
Comment by Jake From Elwood Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:18 pm
Look it’s The Most Interesting Man In The World’s long lost progeny!
•Even his bad deeds get rewarded.
•He leaps, before he looks.
•He has never had a boss, no one can afford him.
•He has never been carded…he had a full beard at 12.
Comment by Bluefish Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:19 pm
“The lobbyist for the legalization coalition gave compelling testimony until he forgot what he was saying mid-sentence, paused, and inquired about the availability of Doritos.”
Comment by ericd1112 Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:20 pm
Gee, have never seen him in person, but he’s shorter than I expected…
Comment by downstate Commissioner Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:27 pm
“Stay thirsty my friends.”
Comment by 32nd Ward Roscoe Village Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:30 pm
After seeing a concept drawing the Parade Of Rich Millers in downtown Springfield was approved for Public Art Funding
Comment by OneMan Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:37 pm
OneMan … your posts …very well done!
Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:44 pm
@ Downstate =Gee, have never seen him in person, but he’s shorter than I expected… =
He has a normal sized torso, just stumpy legs, much like the rendering above. Haha
Comment by TCB Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:46 pm
Fear the beard
Comment by OurMagician Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:55 pm
“The Illinois State Museum (ISM), today released the ‘forgotten doodle’, the sketch on the opposite side of the napkin Gov. Jim Thompson used to illustrate the Sox stadium deal at ‘Play it Again Sam’s’ in 1988.
Thompson was waiting for others to arrive when one of his party saw him doodling. Thompson, possilbly embarrassed at sketching, turned the napkin over and proceeded writing out the deal that kept the White Sox in Chicago.
There have been many stories about the napkin, including its whereabouts, but the ISM wanted to release to the public this very important doodle and its role in Illinois history.”
Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 3:55 pm
The before picture on the “Legalize Marijuana Now!” website.
Comment by What's in a name? Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 4:01 pm
“I know what you’re thinking”
Comment by mark walker Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 4:08 pm
Nicely done, Boone’s - “Rich Miller’s Cameo in A-ha’s “take on me” music video”
Comment by quicknote Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 4:17 pm
This is what happens when you put a mountain man in a suit, the hair spills over.
Comment by 3rd Generation Chicago Native Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 4:21 pm
“My advice to all young bloggers is quite simple. If you decide to grow a mullet, the internet is the best job you could hope for.”
Comment by Jade_rabbit Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 4:47 pm
My first impression of the caricature was that Rich looks a bit like the late, great Chicago guitarist, Terry Kath, or someone from that era.
Comment by Grandson of Man Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 4:47 pm
Oy
Comment by zatoichi Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 5:09 pm
1982 called. It wants its hair back.
[Just kidding. Kudos on having a lot.]
Comment by just sayin' Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 5:15 pm
BANNED
Comment by MrJM Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 5:22 pm
The Keith Richards of Illinois Politics
Comment by GenMil Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 5:51 pm
Only known drawing of Rich in his “respectable” guise …
Comment by Retired Non-Union Guy Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 6:25 pm
Well, the beard is pretty accurate, as a matter of fact, there are several previous opponents of the Speaker who have gone missing but are really residing in the Miller Beard.
Comment by Give Me A Break Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 6:29 pm
Where is the Silver Bullet Band?
Comment by Anonymous Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 7:29 pm
The State Journal-Register’s outsourced cartoonist today featured this sketch of “Ace Tribune Political Reporter Rich Pearson” while highlighting its coverage of Illinois’ General Assembly (with copy checked in Sioux Falls, SD.)
Comment by Arthur Andersen Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 7:33 pm
Future GM of the White Sox.
Comment by Blue Dog Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 8:34 pm
The Trudeau of Illinois Politics — and Zonker of Illinois
Comment by Yellow Dog Democrat Monday, Feb 6, 12 @ 9:12 pm