WWE Capitol Punishment: Anthony Weiner and 10 Political Figures Who Should Show

WWE is shamelessly baiting some political figure of stature to bite and make an appearance  as they continue to run politically-themed ads for their upcoming Capitol Punishment pay-per-view from Washington, DC. 

WWE's doctored Barack Obama press conferences have been mildly entertaining, and at times humorous as was the case with the inclusion of R-Truth this past Monday on RAW (He called on me, y'all!). 

Politicians are synonymous with scandal, duplicity, and telling people what they want to hear.  The most recent instance of scandal saw United States House Representative, and up and coming political star in the Democratic party, Anthony Weiner caught in hot water after tweeting pictures of his genitalia to an assortment of women. 

Most political qualities, good and bad, make them perfect candidates to become workers in the wrestling business as it is often the most talented backstage politicians who eke their way to the top of the WWE food chain. 

A handful of politicians and political figures come to mind as it pertains to individuals who could make appearances at Capitol Punishment while still (somewhat) clicking with the wrestling audience.

Dennis Miller not included. 

Although it is a long shot for an actual politician to be featured at Capitol Punishment, with WWE likely planning some type of satirical political segment that will fall square on its face, it is fun to consider how WWE would book a politically themed angle given the array of characters who would be at their disposal. 

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10. Howard Dean

The Howard "Screamin'" Dean Presidential bandwagon came to a screeching halt in 2004 when he punctuated an over-the-top campaign speech with his infamous scream. 

The former Governor of Vermont would watch helplessly as his Q rating took an immense hitting as his abrasive sermon had scared off potential voters to the safer, and less screechy, arms of Senator John Kerry.

While Dean's antics may have no place in politics, the WWE would be happy to add yet another screaming, middle-aged man to give Vince McMahon some competition for kooky elder statesman supremacy in the Fed. 

9. Rush Limbaugh

Perhaps the best heel candidate to appear in a WWE ring from the political world, Rush Limbaugh would simply need to cut one of his patented anti-liberal promos in front of the D.C. crowd in order to garner heat that few could enjoy. 

Limbaugh talks for hours on end, with few interviews, on a daily basis for a living.  Should WWE Capitol Punishment be starved for time, as is the case with many WWE pay-per-views, Limbaugh would be a solid choice to trot out to the Verizon Center and talk about all the things he hates about post-1620 America. 

8. Bill Clinton

The former President of the United States is a friend of the WWE.  Clinton appeared at SummerSlam in 1995 alongside then-monopolistic WWE Diva Sunny to play up his reputation as a ladies man. 

Clinton has the swagger and charisma needed to captivate a WWE audience, and he'll feel right at home, quite literally, in Washington D.C. where he lived during his run as President. 

7. George W. Bush

George W. Bush has been a staple in WWE's annual Tribute to the Troops show as he delivers a poignant message to the WWE on behalf of the men and women of the U.S. military.

Vince McMahon is a noted republican, and would likely find great pride in being able to land Bush in the Dubya-Dubya-E at Capitol Punishment. 

The embattled former President has had his share of detractors over the years, yet there is no way Bush would ever be booked to get any sort of comeuppance in a WWE ring. 

6. John Kerry

The chief presidential candidate of the Democratic party in 2004, whose boring personality and mannerisms were the source of an unsuccessful campaign, could be a part of the unenviable come-down segment. 

5. Arnold Schwarzenegger

The former Governor of California made a memorable WWE debut when he appeared on SmackDown to promote his action flick End of Days. 

Schwarzenegger received a replica WWE Championship belt before ultimately attacking Triple H in the show's climax. 

Now that Schwarzenegger isn't governing California deeper into a depression, nor does he have any marital obligations at the moment, Schwarzenegger could be a viable draw on a WWE pay-per-view card. 

It's also important to note that Schwarzenegger is one of the few political figures on this list who could compete in a passable WWE match. 

4. Anthony Weiner

Beleaguered Democratic House Representative Anthony Weiner could bust onto the scene in the WWE in spite of his recent controversies surrounding an inappropriate tweet. 

A promising candidate to be Mayor of New York once upon a time, Weiner has only made life hard on himself with his indiscretions, and has been jerked around by the unforgiving 24-hour news cycle as a result.

While it may be natural for Weiner to run and hide, being a politician takes a pronounced amount of toughness and grit and now is not the time for Weiner to go soft.

What better way for Weiner to redeem himself by standing up to his critics and participating in a WWE sketch lampooning the very situation that could otherwise compromise his once momentous political career. 

I say WWE throw Weiner a bone and have him come on their program while the iron is still hot.  It would be a shame, however, if the embattled house rep were to agree to appear on WWE programming only pull out at the last minute. 

3. Linda McMahon

Makes sense, right?  And while the former CEO of WWE has no plans to return to WWE television, not that it missed her, in favor of a budding political career, a Linda McMahon return at Capitol Punishment would be fitting. 

With many top heel characters in pro wrestling lacking theme music, McMahon could hit the arena cold by simply announcing "I'm Linda McMahhon, and I approve of this message..." prior to a cold (and wooden) promo. 

2. Jesse "The Body" Ventura

Jesse Ventura's wrestling career beget a highly successful political career that saw the former wrestling superstar become the governor of Minnesota. 

Ventura has since made appearances for WWE, most recently in the form of a guest hosting spot on RAW's Thanksgiving special. 

Ventura would certainly be able to entertain and/or confound the WWE Universe if he were to return to in-ring competition and compete in a handicap match against the voices in his head.

1. President Barack Obama

WWE's chief (dream) target with all these witty doctored ads is President Barack Obama.  The President appearing on a throwaway pay-per-view, in an era where WWE pay-per-views not named WrestleMania are bleeding buyrates, would be guaranteed to generate a significant amount of buys. 

Obama's likeness being featured on the pay-per-view poser alone may jump the buyrate as uninformed inquiring minds may make the mistake of believing that the President will actually appear on a wrestling show. 

Obama didn't exactly do Linda McMahon any favors with his inflammatory comments about her during her failed run for Senate, so I don't imagine that the WWE brass is making any type of effort in seeking the pay-per-view services of the President. 

One can only dream...sequence.