Oliver Stone Mistaken for Roger Stone: A Congressional Comedy of Errors
Get ready to roll your eyes and shake your head, because Congress just served up a delightful slice of political confusion that could only happen in today’s Washington. Filmmaker Oliver Stone, known for his provocative work like the 1991 thriller “JFK,” recently found himself in the hot seat before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. The purpose? To advocate for a fresh look at the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, following the release of over 2,000 declassified files. But what should have been a serious discussion turned into a sitcom moment when Rep. Lauren Boebert mistook the Oscar-winning director for the infamous political operative Roger Stone. Yes, you heard that right.
Boebert, likely channeling her inner historian (or perhaps just reading the wrong cue cards), asked Stone about a book that was, in fact, written by Roger Stone, which alleges that Lyndon B. Johnson was complicit in JFK’s assassination. Cue the facepalms! The bemused filmmaker clarified that his film doesn’t accuse LBJ of the assassination itself but rather suggests he was involved in covering it up. It’s a classic case of mistaken identity, compounded by a dash of political theater and a sprinkle of historical misinterpretation.
Enter Jefferson Morley, a JFK expert sitting alongside Stone, who swooped in like a knight in shining armor. He corrected Boebert, pointing out her blunder with the precision of a seasoned academic. Let’s be real: it’s hard to keep track of all the “Stones” in politics, but perhaps a quick Google search could have saved Boebert the embarrassment. Her quick apology was as awkward as a high schooler on their first date, but hey, we’ve all been there, right?
This amusing episode serves as a reminder that historical narratives can be muddled, especially when they’re tossed around in the political arena. It’s a wild world out there, folks, where even seasoned representatives can get their facts tangled. So, let’s take this moment to appreciate the need for clarity in political discussions—because if our leaders can’t get their Stones straight, how can we expect a coherent discourse on history?
And there you have it—another day in the life of a Congress that could use a few more history classes.
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Sources: Celebrity Storm and ** Hollywood Reporter, CNN, Washington Post
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