This is a Bold Criticism of the Rob Ford Re-Election Bid
Angela Rajic — February 6, 2014 — Pop Culture
YouTuber and filmmaker Kelly Manchester has created a nightmarish video parody of Rob Ford re-election posters.
The video, featuring shots of Toronto streets and landmarks, uses special effects to create a series of posters and logos on building walls using the embattled mayor's most controversial quotes. Phrases include "Those Oriental people work like dogs" and "If you are not doing needles and you are not gay, you wouldn't get AIDS, probably."
This Rob Ford re-election video is a harsh criticism of Toronto's mayor, who is running for re-election despite the fact that he has faced numerous scandals since he took office, including drug abuse. This video warns against the city re-electing Rob Ford in the upcoming elections by pointing out his controversial views and public missteps over the past few years.
The video, featuring shots of Toronto streets and landmarks, uses special effects to create a series of posters and logos on building walls using the embattled mayor's most controversial quotes. Phrases include "Those Oriental people work like dogs" and "If you are not doing needles and you are not gay, you wouldn't get AIDS, probably."
This Rob Ford re-election video is a harsh criticism of Toronto's mayor, who is running for re-election despite the fact that he has faced numerous scandals since he took office, including drug abuse. This video warns against the city re-electing Rob Ford in the upcoming elections by pointing out his controversial views and public missteps over the past few years.
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