Beyond 'Mythbusters': More Possible TV Roles for President Obama
Dear President Obama,This fall hasn't been the greatest for you or your administration. You yourself called the results of the midterm elections a "shellacking," a word that means the same to those in both blue and red states. You
But television? In that arena I know a little bit. And so I read with great interest the news that you would be making an appearance on the show 'Mythbusters.' (Wed., 9PM ET, Discovery).
If you're willing to appear on that show, perhaps you might be willing to put in some face time on a few other quality programs as well, Mr. President? Yes, yes, you're a busy man. But don't worry: we've put in the work for you.
What follows are several shows that could not only allow you to be seen by a wide audience, but also potentially educate the public on your personal history, your administration's goals and the inner workings of Washington itself. Feel free to consult your inner circle to determine which roles might be the best for you.
Since many of the presentations given to you contain visual aides in one form or another, my wife has kindly inserted you into each show in order to help best frame your final decision.
'Glee'

'Modern Family'

Given the multicultural background of your own family, this show seems like a natural fit for you. For added kicks, you can ask John Boehner to appear with you and then make him fetch something from the second floor of the Dunphy household. More laughs than a St. Patrick's Day political breakfast!
'Sons of Anarchy'

Getting some of your legislation through Congress has been tough, even with what was once a supermajority. But just think how much easier your work could have been had Clay, Jax and Gemma had your back? If SAMCRO rolled into the chamber during a big vote, I'm pretty sure the House of Representatives would fall in line fairly quickly. And you know Tara would have your back in anything healthcare-related.
'Hawaii Five-0'

Makes sense to have you return to where you were born for an episode of the this popular CBS drama. Maybe Danno can help you locate that pesky birth certificate everyone claims doesn't exist?
'Fringe'

You pride yourself on being able to see both sides of an issue. Well, there's no greater test of that than on this show, where two diametrically opposed sides are at war not over discretionary spending but existence itself. Think 2009's Beer Summit was tense? Try presiding over a face-to-face between the two Walter Bishops.
'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition'

America needs help, Mr. President. And it needs that help fast. So who better to call in to help you than Ty Pennington and Company? If they can fix a dilapidated house in a week, imagine how much help they could be in fixing the economy? Changing the unemployment rate might be slightly more difficult than building a brand new duplex, but at least you'll have Ty's bullhorn to help you with your stump speeches during the rebuilding process.
'Dancing With the Stars'

'Weeds'

'Sarah Palin's Alaska'

On second thought: yea, never mind. This might not be the best idea.
What other shows are ripe for a guest appearance from President Obama? Share your shows and pitches below!

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