CNN(@CNN):After hearing Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy unload his characteristically colorful combination of homespun quips, over-the-top insults and Talladega Nights movie quotes to reporters on Friday, former Rep. Mike Rogers, the Michigan Senate GOP candidate with whom Kennedy was campaigning, knew his own words wouldn't be getting much attention. "It's like following the baton twirler in the talent show," Rogers said. "You know, you're never going to win that thing."

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2026.10.12 11:15

After hearing Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy unload his characteristically colorful combination of homespun quips, over-the-top insults and Talladega Nights movie quotes to reporters on Friday, former Rep. Mike Rogers, the Michigan Senate GOP candidate with whom Kennedy was campaigning, knew his own words wouldn't be getting much attention. "It's like following the baton twirler in the talent show," Rogers said. "You know, you're never going to win that thing."