National Beverage Announced!

As part of the first Wiscorksinite Summit, it was decided among its ministers that a national beverage be announced and consumed (herein referred to as ARTICLE 1.025a). It was put forth by the Irish-bred citizens that Powers Gold Label Whiskey, once owned by the Cork Distillers Company, be named the official spirits of the new nation. And that Miller High Life, brewed in Milwaukee Wisconsin, be named the national chaser. The partnership will uphold a long-heralded tradition of drink specials found the world over, but seems destined to improve the crass American combo of Budweiser and rail whisky.

"Sometimes when delegates of the ministry meet for policy ratifications, amendment legislation can last for days diminishing efforts that had once begun as an honest attempt at change," commented Minister Alan O'Keeffe "But today we've seen partisanship that will hopefully usher in an era of opportunity and prosperity. I'm proud of this effective article and of my fellow ministers for not wasting time deliberating on what will surely be an important step of this nation as it goes forward."

While the final vote was called, O'Keeffe was observed from afar as a man in possession of great poise until the unanimous outcome clearly overwhelmed him.

"O'Keeffe wanted this one. He believed in it and ushered it along in its early development. I was more than happy to propose a Milwaukee beer to follow it down. Neither Powers, nor High Life need each other -- that's certain, but this team will prove a global phenomenon as they tackle the doldrums of bigger issues to come," spoke Minister Hines, in support of his colleague, adding: "When the chips are down, you gotta drink the best. And we all believe in striving to that end for our citizens."

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