If you answer yes, then you can effortlessly pronounce Pete Buttigieg’s name. And while I’m not saying he’s the nominee — he’s impressed me a lot so far.
What to say when Republicans butcher his name, accidentally or otherwise:
- “I don’t find his name difficult at all. Buddha Judge. What’s so hard about that? But some of my conservative friends struggle with three-syllable words just like you apparently do.”
- “Technically, Eisenhower was a more complex and difficult name. But the majority of Republicans eventually mastered it. He adopted the nickname “Ike” for those who couldn’t.”
- “Oh, I see your point. He’s gay, and you find the word “butt” to be hilarious. What a coincidence! Your have a totally conventional name, but for some strange reason, I want to pronounce it as asshole.”
This is all I’ve got. Anybody else have any snappy comebacks?