Immediately following the announcement by Mitt Romney that Congressman Paul Ryan, 42, was his vice-presidential running mate, Twitter exploded with strong reactions both pro and con.
We’ve gathered some of the comical and politically-charged tweets offered up by a smattering of high-profile celebrities who opted to weigh in on Mitt’s political pick.
Andy Richter: I think saying ‘worst recovery in 70 years’ is kinda cute. Doesn’t at all beg the phrase ‘worst recession in 70 years.'”
Elizabeth Banks: I can confirm categorically that I am NOT Mitt Romney’s VP nominee. #gamechange.”
Michael Ian Black: “Romney/Ryan = same initials as Ronald Reagon. THINK ABOUT IT. With this choice, Paul Ryan immediately jumps to frontrunner status as the 2016 Republican presidential nominee. Congrats.”
Eva Longoria: Romney’s VP pick voted against equal pay for women and repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. We can’t go backward.”
Greg Berlanti: “Amongst the millions of reasons I don’t want Romney/Ryan elected: I don’t want a VP only two years older than me. #feeloldenoughalreadythanx.”
Russell Simmons: Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan, two men who will destroy our people…”
Dr. Sanjay Gupta: #43 on the list of things that make you feel old: the VP candidate is younger than you are. Paul Ryan was born in 1970.”
Andy Cohen: I really hope someone has the guts to ask Paul Ryan’s stance on the KStew/RPatz situation in California. #NeedClarification.”
Michael Moore: Paul Ryan? I guess they plan on winning. It’s all about who is able 2 get more ppl 2 the polls. Ignorance fear & hate r great motivators.”
Meghan McCain: Paul Ryan is an inspired and exciting choice. Sincerely, I am a big fan of his. He will make an excellent Vice President. #RomneyRyan 2012.”
Olivia Wilde: Two R’s won’t make it right. Romney/Ryan are Wrong for America.”
John Mulaney: Does this mean Paul Ryan won’t return to ‘Royal Pains’ next season?”
Rupert Murdock: “Thank God! Now we might have a real election on the great issues of the day. Paul Ryan almost perfect choice.”
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