GINGRICH THROWS HAT IN RING AS GARY COLEMAN ANNOUNCES PRESIDENTIAL BID

Newt Gingrich, who said he would only run for president if absolutely necessary, has entered the race as a result of Different Strokes’ actor Gary Coleman’s recent announcement. “I think it would be foolhardy for the Republican party to presume that either Hillary or Obama can defeat Coleman,” said an energized Gingrich. “If he gets the nomination, it could spell disaster for the GOP. The little guy is a vigorous opponent. Did you see him on ‘Skating With the Stars?’ He had a mean half axel, quarter toe loop and five-eighths lutz.”