The Washington Post and other members of the MSM will be requiring the services of translators for the remainder of Sen. Obama's CODEL/World Tour. Applicants:* must be able to speak and understand Arabic, Hebrew, German, Farsi (just in case), French, Russian, Mandarin, and obviously, English.*must be especially familiar with translating phrases relating to time (e.g., 16 months, 2010, leave now, Jan. 20, 2009, timeline).*must have intellectual flexibility in retranslating phrases to mean the exact opposite of the speakers intent (White House will provide training in this area).*must show complete neutrality in 2008 Presidential Race, even if that means completely ignoring reality and all common sense while translating statements.
Please send applications directly to MSM in Washington, D.C. Be prepared to supply complete financial history, votes cast in previous elections, and medical history. College transcripts and copies of language degrees not necessary. US State Dept. will contact you to confirm language abilities (we trust them).