One for the Books: “Laura Bush ....

One for the Books: “Laura Bush . . . talked about being a former librarian. She also talked about her husband, George. She didn’t say how she met George . . . but I think we can rule out the library.” (Jay Leno)

Men Behaving Badly: “The Little League issued guidelines for parental behavior during games. It’s a national emergency. George W. Bush and Al Gore will never get to the Big Leagues if [former President George Bush and Bill Clinton] don’t stop clobbering each other.” (Argus Hamilton)

Hot and Heavy: “The heat wave that has hit L.A. is causing a drain on electrical systems. And this hot air is nothing compared to what’s expected in a few weeks when the Democrats meet.” (Ira Lawson)

No. 1 Supporter: “Clinton said he’s more worried about his wife’s Senate campaign than he’s ever been about his own elections. He knows if she loses, they’re going to be home together! And you thought Frank Gifford was suffering!” (Leno)

The Last Laugh: “Former President Bush warned Clinton to stop cracking jokes about his son. But it goes with the territory. The moment he took the oath of office, Clinton became the Comedian of the U.S.” (Hamilton)

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