Invasion of the Wonks

Next week MENSA, the society for those with high IQs, will hold its annual convention, dubbed the Philly Phrolics, in the City of Brotherly Love. Just weeks later the Republican Party, the society for those who dislike President Clinton, will hold their convention in Philadelphia as well. Here's how the two events stack up:

WHY THEY'RE MEETING

[Philly Phrolics] "To provide an outlet for very intelligent people to come together in a stimulating...environment"

[Republican National Convention] To provide an outlet for very intelligent people and George W. Bush to come together in an environment lacking suspense

MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

[Philly Phrolics] Must...

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