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* This photo, which you’re gonna have to click here to see because I just can’t bring myself to post, was featured in both the WTTW documentary on Gov. Bruce Rauner and Mike Flannery’s most recent “Fired Up” episode about the governor.

WTTW’s Pritzker documentary is here, by the way.

…Adding… Apparently, the WTTW documentary used a different photo of a shirtless Rauner.

posted by Rich Miller
Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:09 am

Comments

1. Putinesque

   Comment by What's in a name? Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:11 am

2. At least he is not wearing a tie, or a Carhartt.

   Comment by My New Handle Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:11 am

3. Swimmin’ and grinnin’

   Comment by Montrose Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:12 am

4. “It’s a ‘fish out of water’ governorship”

   Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:12 am

5. Just two months of the Governor Greitens proper pull-up regimen has paid off.

   Big time.

   Comment by Henry Francis Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:13 am

6. “I saw that episode of ‘Mad Men’… “

   Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:13 am

7. Governor Rauner shows off his “holding my breath until I get my way” skill as he was underwater for 8 days…

   Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:15 am

8. “Just try and get this out of your mind”

   Comment by Give Me A Break Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:16 am

9. Rich — My eyes! My eyes! Now I’ll never be able to unsee it!

   Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:17 am

10. Rich, that is clearly a Click Bait tease, which I fell for. Now I have yet another image in my mind that I will have difficulty forgetting.

    Comment by Tommydanger Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:17 am

11. Please consider a “NSFL” warning for the link.

    Comment by pto Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:18 am

12. “I’ve been told I’m all wet on this right to work plan but I don’t see it… “

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:18 am

13. Where his horse?

    https://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-09-01/vladimir-putin-rides-a-horse-in-siberia/8864600

    Comment by wordslinger Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:18 am

14. “Try to beat this six-pack, Mr. Apples.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:19 am

15. His administration has been a backstroke

    Comment by Michelle Flaherty Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:19 am

16. Let’s see one of Pritzker

    Comment by Edwards Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:19 am

17. “I’ve been swimming with sharks like Boss Madigan and the corrupt Democrat Party, and lived to tell the tale…”

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:20 am

18. “I’m goin’ as Johnny Weissmuller on Halloween.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:20 am

19. “My Swedish immigrant grandfather from Wisconsin was an Olympic swimmer for Bolivia, so you can say it’s in my blood, swimming… “

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:21 am

20. “I got buffed from haulin’ those toilets to my campaign events.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:22 am

21. Rich, “because I just can’t bring myself to post”, was not enough of a warning:) When that pic popped up, it reminded me of…

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EIp2VDI8NQ

    Comment by Anon221 Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:22 am

22. “I just bought a new pool for Dartmouth”

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:22 am

23. Plaintiffs’ Exhibit A in Cap Fax Readers vs. Miller.

    Comment by wordslinger Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:23 am

24. “Body Built by Stag Beer”

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:23 am

25. “Sorry, Governor — that’s not what the voters mean when they say you’re ‘unfit’…”

    – MrJM

    Comment by @misterjayem Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:24 am

26. ARRRRRG…..MY EYES!!!!!

    Comment by South Sider Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:25 am

27. In a nod to swimming and Republicans…..Why did the lifeguard kick the elephants out of the pool? Because they couldn’t keep their trunks up.

    Comment by Flynn's Mom Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:25 am

28. “Nice work, CK, Photoshoppin’ my head onto Frerichs’ body.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:26 am

29. “Happiest I’ve been in 20 years”

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:26 am

30. “Me, I’ve been swimming in a pool of my tears… “

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:27 am

31. Let’s see one of Pritzker

    Nah, we good.

    Comment by OneMan Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:27 am

32. Hey…it worked for Reagan, didn’t it?

    Comment by Commonsense in Illinois Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:28 am

33. “That Mark Spitz guy’s got nothin’ on me. Except hair. And a mustache. And he tells the truth.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:29 am

34. “Have they cast that new Aquaman movie yet? ‘Cause I might be lookin’ for a job pretty soon.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:31 am

35. Aaron Schock looks old as hell

    Comment by High Socks Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:31 am

36. “Take away my costumes and what have you got? Next question, please.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:32 am

37. Obesity is a serious issue in our nation. I’m glad we have a Governor who exercises and watches his weight.

    Comment by Not It Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:33 am

38. “I can swim to Italy if I had to”

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:33 am

39. Preparation H

    Comment by Precinct Captain Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:33 am

40. After Roskam in a Speedo it’s all downhill.

    Comment by Dance Band on the Titanic Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:36 am

41. “Blamin’ Madigan for everything really burns up the ol’ calories.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:37 am

42. I start each day with a full body wax.

    Comment by Flynn's Mom Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:38 am

43. –Obesity is a serious issue in our nation. I’m glad we have a Governor who exercises and watches his weight.–

    Humorless RaunerBot continues perfect record of missing the point a caption contest.

    Comment by wordslinger Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:38 am

44. “Just swimmin’ some laps and tryin’ to be in charge.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:43 am

45. “Rauner, while wearing a specialized hard hat and overalls, explains he’s pro-union, just like the common man and will compromise more in his second term. Those who can’t see the clothing are unfit to serve on the Best Team in America.”

    Comment by MG85 Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:43 am

46. In anticipation of his pending move, Bruce decides to fill his pool with water instead of the usual Krugerrands.

    Comment by Jocko Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:48 am

47. “I’m glad we have a Governor who exercises and watches his weight.”

    I see you’ve met Rauner’s Lieutenant Governor…

    – MrJM

    Comment by @misterjayem Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:54 am

48. Rich. I never thought you a cruel person until today.

    /snark

    Comment by Saluki Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:56 am

49. I can’t unsee that. We needed a warning label before clicking on that link.

    Comment by Trapped in the 'burbs Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:57 am

50. Just because my approval ratings are underwater doesn’t mean I have to be.

    Comment by Cubs in '16 Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 10:59 am

51. Don’t buy wigs that come off at the wrong time. Morrie’s wigs don’t come off. Even underwater.

    Comment by 47th Ward Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:00 am

52. Is this a news or a dating site?

    Comment by Nieva Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:01 am

53. Those Chicago Tonight mimi documentaries were really good I thought and deserve there own post.

    To the picture, I think “come on, man” suffices.

    Comment by Three Dimensional Checkers Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:04 am

54. “If you’re chasin’ big white whales like right to work, you better know how to swim”

    Comment by Oswego Willy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:07 am

55. Where’s the beef…cake?

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:07 am

56. “I came here to do things: wear shirts and shake up Springfield. And I’m all out of shirts.”

    Comment by LakeviewJ Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:15 am

57. “Even as his campaign wanes, the governor waxes.”

    – MrJM

    Comment by @misterjayem Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:18 am

58. “Am I for real or what?”

    In other news, “yikes.”

    Comment by dbk Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:20 am

59. Because Mike Madigan refuses to meet my demands, I don’t have to work at being Governor. I have lots of time to work out, and some extra for an occasional hot wax.

    Comment by Quizzical Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:21 am

60. Is this an “emperor’s new clothes’ thing? Not really a Rauner fan, but ya gotta admit, the guy is in shape.

    Comment by siualum Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:25 am

61. “I woulda gone to the beach, but Madigan keeps kickin’ sand in my face.”

    Comment by Streator Curmudgeon Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:35 am

62. I need to do more push-ups…Rauner’s jacked!

    Comment by bayleaf Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:40 am

63. Diver Bruce

    In Illinois there’s adventure and danger
    That’s where you find Diver Bruce
    The politics he uses are devistating and stranger
    Due to hostage taking, lies and abuse.
    He moves along creatures
    With frightening features
    Big money, big waisted tax schemers
    Big Speaker and Mendoza-ish dreamers
    He protects and he saves his friends from the “Blue Wave”
    That’s where you’ll find Diver Bruce

    Comment by VanillaMan Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 11:44 am

64. Let’s see one of Pritzker

    Hey JB, can you put a shirt back on?

    Comment by OneMan Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 12:11 pm

65. Gee, thanks Rich! My eyes are burning, and I think I have 2 detached retinas.

    Comment by Big Joe Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 12:16 pm

66. Where was the NSFW label? Hell, it wasn’t safe for the internet. OH my poor eyes.

    Comment by Huh? Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 12:31 pm

67. 1.4% - never been happier, takin’ a dip in the indoor cement swimmin’ hole.

    Comment by Huh? Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 12:33 pm

68. one word. photoshop.

    Comment by NoGifts Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 12:35 pm

69. 1.4% - Michael Phelps can only hope to look as good as me when he is my age. I’ve got a body that only money can buy.

    Comment by Huh? Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 12:42 pm

70. I saw Vladimar Putin do this a couple of years ago for a calendar, so I thought “what the heck.”

    Comment by stl boy Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 3:15 pm

71. Workin’ ta git in shape for those sunny Italian beaches.

    Comment by Huh? Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 4:21 pm

72. Gollum

    Comment by Rabid Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 4:31 pm

73. RICH DON’T YOU EVER DO THIS AGAIN. NOT COOL. NOT COOL.

    Comment by Soccermom Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 5:15 pm

74. He was playing water polo — why he’s smiling after his string of ponies drowned, I’ll never understand.

    Comment by wordslinger Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 6:47 pm

75. “Mike Madigan is 300 lbs soaking wet as is Bruce Rauner a competent governor soaking wet.”

    Comment by AlfondoGonz Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 7:01 pm

76. Bogus

    Comment by Anonymous Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 7:07 pm

77. But not buff enough to lift a pen and sign a state budget.

    Comment by Billinois Monday, Oct 22, 18 @ 7:25 pm

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