Editor & Publisher Confirms: * Pee Pic

[IndyOp]

Reuters Photog Appears to Capture Bush at U.N. Writing Note About 'Bathroom Break'

Published: September 14, 2005 7:35 PM ET

NEW YORK In what seems destined to become one of the most yacked about photos of the month, if not year, a Reuters photographer today seems to have captured President George W. Bush scribbling a note to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice suggesting that he needed to take a "bathroom break" during a session at the United Nations.

The photo by Denver-based Rick Wilking, taken over a man's shoulder, shows an official -- identified in the caption (at Reuters' official site) as President Bush -- scribbling in pencil on a small white piece of paper the words: "I think I MAY NEED A BATHROOM break?"

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[AX10]

1. KICK, KICK, KICK, KICK, KICK, KICK,

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[Sarojin]

4. link to Reuters on yahoo pic

oh well, illegal code, #68 in UN World Summit pics

[AX10]

5. delete

delete

[Clark2008]

6. Told you it was real!

I laughed myself silly as I ran across it in Yahoo photos.

[smtpgirl]

13. Knuckle draggers

[shanti]

39. who are you referring to?

"knuckle draggers"?

[Carla in Ca]

44. Those of you going to DC on the 24th

just have to TP his house!

[matt819]

7. So I guess it's true

He can't even go to the bathroom without asking permission.

I don't know about you, but I just can't imagine Vladimir Putin or Jacque Chirac asking their foreign ministers for permission to go potty.

[burrowowl]

28. Maybe he wanted to meet her there

and ....!?!?

[Gruenemann]

61. Maybe he wanted Jeff/JIm sent there to meet him

Ahh, sweet mystery of life at last I've found you....

[matt819]

8. So it really is true - he can't go potty without Condi's permission

He can't even go to the bathroom without asking permission.

I don't know about you, but I just can't imagine Vladimir Putin or Jacque Chirac asking their foreign ministers for permission to go potty.

[Jack from Charlotte]

60. You'd think they'd allow the AWOL/Moron to just hold up a finger..#1 or #2

[peekaloo]

9. LOL. Next he'll be seen slouched over his papers like those kids

in school who won't let you cheat off their work.

[Synnical]

10. I just have to say Poor Shrub

It's been a really tough two weeks for him. Not that I feel the least bit sad for the asshole and his administration. He screwed up the Katrina response and who knows how many people are DEAD because of that. He also had to cut short his five week vacation - which was totally fucked up by Cindy Sheehan and supporters.

And now we learn that he needs permission from Condi to pee. How sad is that - the man doesn't even know the rules of protocol at official UN meetings.

Just gotta say, you reap what you sow. (And no, I don't believe in karma.)

Fuck you, George W. Bush.

Okay, I feel a little bit better - sorry for the cursing.

[tridim]

11. He's Bush's personal photographer.. This is odd.

"Rick Wilking is best known as the personal photographer for the President with a career that included over twelve years in Washington DC in various White House assignments.

Starting his career as a photojournalist for the Colorado Daily in 1974, Rick has climbed the ladder of the freelance photography profession.

Whether its a meeting of foreign dignitaries, riots in the streets of Seattle, blazing fires in the mountains, or shots of Olympic athletes at the peak of their performance, Rick is performing silently along the sidelines working his magic.

You have already seen many of his photos, but now you will have a rare opportunity to meet the man behind some of the most recognizable shots in the world. You will be able to see the photos that changed his life and hear the behind-the-scenes stories of his accomplished career."

https://www.davinciinstitute.com/freelancer-boot-camp-team-bios.php

Why would Bush's personal photographer release that image?

[Dora]

17. Wow. Now That's Crazy. Crazy good. n/t

[kweerwolf]

18. Kind of makes you wonder if Rick Wilking ...

... was one of those who had to endure *'s obscenity-soaked tirades and decided to get a little revenge.

[txindy]

41. Makes me wonder if Wilking has/had family in NO or along Gulf Coast

This picture sent out by Reuters shows open contempt for the formerly untouchable golden boy. I don't know if Wilking intended that, but Reuters certainly must. This has been spread far and wide via Reuters, Yahoo, and the wires. Let the whole world, particularly this country, mock the boy king. He's earned our contempt. Let him feel it.

[Marr]

23. I'd bet you $20 he didn't even read the note.

When you're doing that kind of work, you're not looking at it the way your audience does. I'll bet he saw nothing but lighting, focus, and composition.

[roguevalley]

49. even his 'friends' can't resist a good opportunity when it comes

[IndyOp]

24. Wow - nice find!!

Remember the Arabic translator who refused to sign the agreement that he would not discuss anything he saw/heard during his duties with WH? As soon as he quit he started talking about what he had soon?

More, we need more!! More people to step out of the WH and start talking!

Rick - if you are lurking - release more pics that reveal what * is really like!!

[kestrel91316]

29. You mean Bush's FORMER personal photographer???

[blue neen]

31. Well, I'm thinking that gig is going to be up for Wilking after this.

But, what a way to go out! He finally caught the true persona of Bush.

[dooner]

32. that is odd. n/t

[FreedomAngel82]

38. Maybe he doesn't like him??

:shrug:

[CoffeeCat]

52. It's probably a planned PR stunt...

...designed to make Bush more human.

Right now, many think he's a 14-karat, elitist, racist fuck up.

That photo "humanizes" him and puts him down to "our level".

People may laugh and chuckle about the note--but in the end--they'll think, "See, he's just like everyone else.

Rove is attempting to show us that Junior "Puts his pants on one leg at a time" too.

[Bridget Burke]

59. Maybe Bush's "personal photographer" wants a new job.

This is a good way to quit with a bang. If he goes back to freelancing, the publicity will help.

And, since he's spent so much time with Bush, perhaps he wanted to demonstrate his respect for "the President."

[johnfunk]

12. "Quick, Condi, teach me how to pee!"

Worst. President. Ever!

[daleo]

20. Maybe he was requesting "hands on" assistance from his second wife . n/t

[Dinger]

14. They ARE Fucking

Isn't there a papparazzi SOMEWHERE that can capture them in "the act"? (Sorry for the mental image)

[TOhioLiberal]

58. Thanks Dinger...

...I'll never have sex again...:puke:

[Dinger]

64. New Label: "Anti-Sexual

LOL:rofl:

[Bernardo de La Paz]

15. Main thread already on DU Greatest page

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=104&topic_id=4772605&mesg_id=4772605

[KoKo]

16. But in all the other photo's he's holding a pen and there's no pencil

visible.

[IndyOp]

21. The Reuters' and Yahoo photos both show a pencil -

where is pic with pen?

[Laurab]

19. It came up on Yahoo's most emailed pics! n/t

[Rex]

22. Needed? No no no.

The Chimp didn't have a CLUE if he NEEDED to piss, poop or jackoff. That is what the question mark was all about.

"Do I need to go to the bathroom?"

"Can I go wee wee now?"

"Is it time to take my meds?"

"Can I read Cat in the Hat now?"

No wonder he was reading My Pet Goat, it all makes sense now.

[populistdriven]

25. Tomorrow Mornings Newspaper Front Page! (pic)

[populistdriven]

30. ytmnd!

http://bushbathroombreak.ytmnd.com/

[Hello_Kitty]

26. Was it umm....number one or two? n/t

[FightingIrish]

27. By their words you shall know them.

"Four score and seven years ago...."

"We have nothing to fear but fear itself."

"Ask not what your country can do for you..."

"I think I may need a bathroom break.."

[FreedomAngel82]

40. Oh gosh

lol. Wouldn't that be hilarious if that's all in the future people will remember Bush? LOL!!! I would LOVE it!

[txindy]

42. Don't forget an important point, though.

Junior wasn't certain he needed that potty break. It was ""I think I may need a bathroom break?" Don't forget that all-important question mark! He can't even make a decision about peeing! :rofl:

[Kralizec]

33. he's not thinking about taking a piss, he thinking about...

going and getting a fix, to help him pass the time. He obviously hates being there, judging from the other pictures. Does it really surprise anyone that all three of those people are most likely active users? they knew what he was talking about, that's why they laughed. think about it.

[Old Mouse]

35. you may be correct n/t

[Gold Metal Flake]

34. He's a kept man. Perhaps even by force.

They are too far into this to give up, and he's under total control. He must ask for permission to do anything.

With Ronnie, it was easy. Ronster was comfortable in the role as spokesman, and he could memorize his scripts. Tinkles is a little more difficult. His booze & coke addled mind does not retain well without hours of cramming, so thay have to use the wireless. His arrogance comes out at inopportune moments. He's awful when he goes off-script. But, as long as they keep him doped, he's manageable.

[Nothing Without Hope]

36. TINKLES???!!??!!

:rofl:

[Buns_of_Fire]

48. I think we have a new nickname for boosh*

It's just as well. "That lying, cheating, maggot-infested bucket of monkey pus" takes too long to type.

"Master, may I go to the bathroom?"
"Yes."
*look of ecstacy and relief on his face* "Ahhhhh. Thank you, master."

[Nothing Without Hope]

50. Tinkles & Pickles - they deserve each other. But I do like "the blivet**"

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=132&topic_id=1518177
Thread title: Let's rename the Shrub: announcing the BLIVET** CAMPAIGN!!

More and more good reasons why "the blivet**" fits so eerily well were added until there were, as I recall, ten of them. But I do like "Tinkles" too.

[FreedomAngel82]

37. So the picture is real?

If it is I can't wait to tell my folks. My mother is going to get a kick out of it.

[gauguin57]

43. Why are we assuming he needs to pee? Maybe he needs a snort.

Needs to do a few lines before facing the U.N., where everyone is smarter than he is.

[MarsThe Cat]

45. Why doesn't yahoo have an email option for the pic?

every day on my SBC/Yahoo homepage, they have a section for "most emailed photo" and "most viewed photo"- which both usually involve some kind of T and/or A, usually of the female persuasion.

[txindy]

47. They do, but it's on a different page. Here:

news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&u=/050914/ids_photos_ts/r2587077477.jpg

Put this in front of the link http:// For some odd reason, I can't print the entire link here. I did before, though. :shrug:

[nicknameless]

46. Oh my. Rec & kickety!

:kick:

[ladylibertee]

51. Mammmea Mammmea. I gotta tinkle

[bj2110]

53. Ah HA HA HA !! LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!

[populistdriven]

54. Found It! The wizard did one of bush in his underwear (pic)

[mod mom]

55. Definitely sending this one to K.O.! nt

[YapiYapo]

56. It's probably not the first time he wrote such note

Question is why is this (only) leaked now ?

Pnacer want to get ride of * ?

[Jessica]

57. She probably replied ...

"You should have gone before we left, George."

[HEAVYHEART]

62. Kick! n/t

[MADem]

63. Are we certain it is a PEE PIC????

I think he needed to take a crap, myself, judging from some of the pictures I saw from that meeting. He looked like he was doing everything he possibly could to avoid dropping a load in his BVDs....