Quote of the day: With yuks like this, California funnyman-Congresscrook Jerry Lewis should have 'em in stitches in Vegas in his post-prison career

I assume that California Republicrook Rep. Jerry Lewis has heard every imaginable joke on the subject of his famous name, and that few things annoy him more. Which is why I never tire of doing it, sort of the way Air America Radio's Rachel Maddow responds to hearing how much Attorney General Alberto Gonzales hates being called "The Torture Guy" by never missing an opportunity to call him "The Torture Guy." (As you can see, I like doing it too! Of course, the difference is that AG Al really is "The Torture Guy.")

So now, as the feds are apparently finally getting around to looking into some of our Jerry's financial dealings, it's material like this statement, which he issued Friday, that has made him America's—or is it France's?—favorite funnyman:

"I encourage a thorough review of any project I have helped secure for my constituents. Throughout my career, I have also made every effort to meet the highest ethical standards, and I am absolutely certain that any review of my work will confirm this."

Stop, Jerry, you're killing us! About the only way you can top yuks like this is by serving up a really Niagara-like cascade of "Duke" Cunningham tears when you announce your plea agreement with the feds. Just don't wait too long. If you want a good deal, it's important to rat out your pals before they do you.