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The discerning and astute Revenoor from out west sent this one on
the subject of a hospital visit. He also suggested I send this to a
Republican who needs a laugh and/or a Democrat who can handle
a joke. Being and Indpendent, I found it funny enough to share...

A Hospital Visit

Finally, the doctor came in looking tired and somber. "I'm afraid I'm
the bearer of bad news," he said as he surveyed the worried faces.

"The only hope left for your loved one at this time is a brain transplant.

It's an experimental procedure, very risky, but it is the only hope.

Insurance will cover the procedure, but you will have to pay for the BRAIN.

The family members sat silent as they absorbed the news. After a time,
someone asked, "How much will a brain cost?"

The doctor quickly responded, "$5,000 for a Democrat's brain; $200 for
a Republican's brain."

The moment turned awkward. Some of the Democrats actually had to try
not to smile, avoiding eye contact with the Republicans.

A man, unable to control his curiosity, finally blurted out the question
everyone wanted to ask: "Why is the Democrat's brain so much more
than a Republican's brain?"

The doctor smiled at the childish innocence and explained to the entire
group, "It's just standard pricing procedure. We have to price the
Republicans' brains a lot lower because they're used."

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