Anyone remember the DU character Bob Boudelang?

[EYESORE 9001]

What’s your opinion on practicing a little necromancy and resurrecting the angry - albeit wrongheaded - spirit of Bob Boudelang? It would be even more challenging now to produce good satire, but you can bet ol’ Bob has gotten his ox gored at least a couple of times recently. Truthfully, I’m not certain who penned the original Bob tales, and I’d feel like a graffiti artist (a good one, however) painting over someone else’s work. If anyone knows the full story of Bob’s creator and any future plans for the old gent, please share with us.

[underpants]

1. One of the first things I saw on DU. Bob was hilarious

It’d be hard to achieve that level of irony now.

[EYESORE 9001]

3. Yeah, that's what I thought too

It would have to be updated, for sure, and it’s not hard to imagine Bob in some leopards-ate-my-face situations which an increasing number within MAGAtry are now experiencing.

[yardwork]

2. Bob's in the White House. We can read him on Truth Social.

[EYESORE 9001]

4. Yep

He’d fit right in amongst that den of vipers.

[PJMcK]

5. Exactly my thought, too

Although Trump has better teeth!

Still, Trump is an ignorant asshole.

[JoseBalow]

6. His teeth are fake

Like everything else about him.

[Harker]

7. I go back that far, though I lurked nearly forever.

I can't work up any positivity for his resurrection, or for a like character.

I'm in full "fuck them!" mode, and as hard as it was then to find much to laugh about politically, it's a whole lot harder now.

I'm all for humor, but... fuck them! That's my answer.

[EYESORE 9001]

8. You know, I think you're right

Satire still is a potent weapon, however, it’s probably better to direct it toward the actual subjects of ridicule than going through fictional characters.

[Harker]

9. I have a great deal of admiration for those who seem to be able to find humor in adverse circumstances.

I chose Groucho as an avatar because I love to laugh and enjoy life, but there's a war against decency being waged against us. I still smile. I even snort or chuckle sometimes.

But it doesn't come as easily, so I feel I'm right for me right now.

[Donkees]

10. Edward Pell Obituary - April 5, 1950 - December 3, 2017

Edward Pell Obituary

Ed Pell, a Washington, NJ resident, passed away on December 3, 2017, after battling myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) for two years. Friends are remembering Ed for his intelligence, wit and talent. But mostly, those closest to him and long-time acquaintances are mourning the loss of one of the most kind and gentle persons they know. Ed had the greatest capacity for love and tenderness, which was evident in his deeply loving marriage with his wife Diana, and his friendships with many. Born in Baltimore, MD, Ed lived much of his life in New York, NY. He moved to New Jersey following his marriage to Diana Willhite in (1996). The couple lived in Morristown, NJ, before settling into their Washington home. Their early years there were enjoyed with their loving dog, Lucas, who passed away several years ago. Ed and Diana have been sharing their home with Maddy, also a rescue dog. Ed attended Hunter College in New York and worked as a business journalist and marketing consultant. He was marketing director and research editor for Kitchen & Bath Business Magazine for almost two decades. As the president of his own company, ESP Ventures, Ed handled marketing and communications for leading firms and organizations. He also served as the manager of market research for the National Kitchen & Bath Association. An accomplished creative writer, Ed authored four published children's books as well as three screenplays, one of which received a national screenplay writing award. Ed is survived by Diana, Maddy, and his brother, William. A remembrance and service will be held for Ed on Friday, December 8, 1 PM to 3:30 PM, at Warren Hills Memorial Home, 234 W Washington Ave, Washington, NJ 07882.

https://warrenhillsmemorialhome.com/tribute/details/832/Edward-Pell/obituary.html

Author of online column "Equal Time with Bob Boudelang, Angry American Patriot," for Democratic Under ground.com. Contributor to periodicals, including Simply the Best, Internet Publishing, NJ Savvy Living, and Prehistoric Times.

ONLINE
DemocraticUnderground.com, http://www.democraticunderground.com/bob/ (August 12, 2004).*

https://www.encyclopedia.com/children/scholarly-magazines/pell-edward-1950