Humor + St. Paddy's Day=Political "Unity"

Though politics in our fair city are often quite divisive, what better way is there to get political enemies to the same table than the St. Paddy's day holiday? Every year, South Boston State Senator Jack Hart sponsors a brunch on the Sunday following the holiday, which rather than bringing true unity, often takes the tone of a Friar's Club Roast. Headlined by such political notables as the sitting Governor, Attorney General, and Boston Mayor, the event is full of choice one-liners, the likes of which only a middle-aged politician could deliver (or find funny). Bostonist thinks that some of the best pickings this year have to do with Governor Mitt Romney's highly anticipated run for the White House in 2008, and recent out-of-state appearances. The Governor took a jab at himself, beginning his remarks: ''It's great to be here in Iowa this morning," before apologizing for starting the wrong speech. Bostonist was also amused, if not a bit anxious, about the light-hearted humor poked at recent Big Dig controversies. U.S. Representative Stephen Lynch joked that the leaky tunnel is "a bit like a car wash," and warning people not to drive through less than an hour after eating. Cute, yes, but we sure hope they'll take this seriously now that the brunch is over and actually fix the problems... Bostonist is sure that, with the St. Paddy's day weekend all wrapped up, politics around here are sure to get back to their normal controversial nature soon. (Contributed by Jesse Kanson-Benanav)