Need a good laugh? This phonetic faux pas by Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-CO is hilarious.
The Quote:
"I don't know what a 'wonton killing' is. I would have to look that one up." --Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-CO
Context:
If it had been a game show, Boebert would have lost.
Are You Smarter Than An Eighth-Grader?
At a Truth & Liberty Coalition conference on September 9, 2022, Lauren Boebert was reading a passage from Romans that in The Message edition of the Bible refers to “wanton killing.”
Video of the event shows Boebert confusing "wanton" with "Wonton" — the Chinese dumpling:
"And then, all hell broke loose," Boebert reads with the conviction of a Baptist preacher delivering his Sunday sermon, "Rampant, evil, grabbing and grasping, vicious backstabbing. They made life hell on Earth with their envy wonton killing."
Seemingly stumped, Boebert breaks character and says, "I don't know what a wonton killing is. I'm gonna have to look that one up. But it sounds interesting. I don't think I wanna be a part of it."
Wonton Killings
We don't know what a 'Wonton Killing' is either. Bobert is such a staunch supporter of gun rights, we mistakenly assumed she'd be familiar with all of the killings. Nevertheless, the average Middle School student can tell you "wanton killings" are senseless murder.
To save face, Boebert could claim she was hungry and light-headed when she read the passage, or that she forgot her good pair of glasses. But so far, the Congresswoman hasn't offered an excuse for her wanton misuse of the English language.
'Wonton' vs. 'Wanton'
Boebert's also a former restaurant owner. Maybe that explains why she was so quick to pronounce the word, wonton.
Nah. That would be reaching.
Watch the Video
In case you were expecting something else, here's a delicious Wonton Soup Recipe from skinnytaste.com:
Ingredients
▢6 cups chicken broth low sodium
▢1- inch piece fresh ginger, sliced thin
▢1 clove minced garlic
▢20 mini frozen wontons, I love the Chicken Cilantro one’s from Trader Joe’s
▢1 1/2 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms
▢4 baby bok choy, halved lengthwise and halved
▢1 tablespoon soy sauce
▢1 teaspoon sesame oil
▢scallions, sliced green parts only for garnish
Instructions
Bring chicken broth to boil in a large pot. Smash sliced ginger with the side of a knife and add to pot with garlic. Cover and cook 5 minutes. Add bok choy and cook 5 minutes. Add frozen wontons and mushroom, simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until wontons are heated through and bok choy is tender and wilted. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Garnish with fresh scallions.
Who Said It:
Lauren Boebert is a Republican U.S. Representative from Colorado, first elected in 2020 to represent the state’s 3rd congressional district. Born in 1986 in Florida and raised in Colorado, Boebert built her political identity as a staunch conservative, emphasizing gun rights, limited government and an outspoken opposition to progressive policies. Before entering Congress, she gained national attention as the owner of Shooters Grill, a restaurant in Rifle, Colorado, where staff openly carried firearms.
In Congress, Boebert quickly became a prominent figure among the House Freedom Caucus and the populist wing of the Republican Party. Her tenure has been marked by controversy as well as strong support from her base. Boebert is known for her combative style, frequent use of social media and willingness to challenge both Democrats and establishment Republicans. Despite facing tough reelection battles, Boebert has remained a vocal presence in national politics, championing energy independence, deregulation, and conservative social policies.
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