Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for March 05, 1995
Transcript:
Honey: You'll be telling the truth, won't you, sir? Duke: What kind of question is that, Honey? I'm hurt. Honey: Is that a yes, sir? Duke: ...And as you can see from our figures, Congresswoman, "Nothin' But Orphans" is the most cost-effective dumping ground now doing business! We originally proposed to shelter these kids for $20,000 a pop, but by doing some hard-eyed cost cutting, we now think we can do the job for $19,500 per! Lacey Davenport: That's all very well, dear man, but I still don't see anything in your resume that suggests you're up to the job... There are vague references to "service" in various places abroad, but it's all very mysterious. Exactly what qualifications do you have, Father Duke? Honey: Sir? The lady asked you a direct... Duke: Okay, $15,000 a kid, but it's gotta be a block grant!