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Limerick Friday!

Limerick Friday!

Dueling with lightsabers on the White House lawn…

A Halloween party featuring Wookiees and Sith Lords…

Looking at the mounting evidence, it’s clear for all to see: President Barack Obama, the leader of the free world, loooooooves Star Wars.

Putting politics aside, it’s pretty cool to have a Commander-in-Geek. But how deep is his obsession? Recently declassified government documents reveal the President’s true nature, one that goes beyond casual fandom. So let’s run down…

The Top Ten Signs Barack Obama Is A Die-Hard Star Wars Fan

#10 —- Staff members told to emphasize the second word of Air Force One.

#9 —- Joe Biden asked to change his name to Joe Bacca.

#8 —- Universal healthcare is now referred to as galactic healthcare.

#7 —- During a press conference, Obama wanted to explain that the First Lady is not his sister, and anyway, he’s more of the Han Solo type.

#6 —- Natalie Portman had to politely decline an appointment to the Supreme Court.

#5 —- Secret Service agents are encouraged, but not required, to wear brown robes.

#4 —- Presidential Seal was slightly altered to include a lightsaber in the eagle’s left foot.

#3 —- The West Wing has been renamed the X-wing.

#2 —- Peaceful overtures extended to Muslims, Cubans, and Trekkies.

And the #1 sign is —- State of the Union address now ends with “Thank you, may the Force be with you, and may the Force be with the United States of America.”