The man in the big white jail

Article Abstract:

The origin of the use of the phrase 'to be in the bubble' to refer to the isolation of the president is analyzed. The terminology of the inaugural oath is also discussed.

Author: Safire, William
Presidents, Social isolation, Presidential inaugurations

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The 'bizarre' bazaar

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The George Bush campaign has made heavy use of the word 'bizarre' and such synonyms as 'weird' and 'strange'. A discussion of the history of these words is presented.

Author: Safire, William
Political activity, Political campaigns, Bush, George H.W.

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Subjects list: Column, Terminology
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