The Concord “Wait Wait” was a smashing success, giving the weary people of New Hampshire a break from having to constantly shake hands with Democratic candidates (although John Edwards was doing the valet parking and Dennis Kasinich was pretending to be the mens’ room attendant). Here’s a quick look at the proceedings.

[Center: Carl Kassell displays a sign provided by a fan, thus splitting the all-important “satirical public radio show personality” vote. Clockwise from top left: Amanda Gibson, Rod Abid, and Doug Berman phone for security to take my camera away; Carl Kasell and Peter Sagal wave off the paparazzi as Union Leader publisher Joe McQuaid awaits his introduction; Tip for beautifying your self-portrait - just add Amanda; Roxanne Roberts and Charlie Pierce, shortly before the overly-close flashbulb blinded and disoriented them, paving the way for my victory.]