This is Ann Richards at her deadpannest, hilarious best. May she rest in peace. She'll always have a place in my heart. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LA1dfHqLTc

yesterday i happened to be listening to lambda weekly (north texas gay & lesbian radio) where the three hosts spent a good 15 minutes fondly reminiscing about ma richards. maybe this is just wishful thinking, but i can see her becoming a gay icon. complete with drag queen impersonators. there will be a whole line of ann richards wigs - the silver helmet.

I only knew of her because she did that amazing episode of King Of The Hill (as herself), so she was clearly a super-awesome lady. And her daughter is the president of Planned Parenthood. I think i shall delve into her Wiki article....