President Bush says he needs a month off to unwind. Unwind? When the hell does this guy wind?

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This quote is making a joke about how the President, who has a very busy and stressful job, says he needs to take a long vacation to "unwind" or relax. The comedian is pointing out that the President is always working hard, so he is wondering when the President ever has time to "wind up" or get stressed in the first place. The joke suggests that the President's job is so demanding that he never really gets a chance to take a break.

About David Letterman

David Letterman is an American television icon who hosted late-night talk shows for over 33 years, including Late Night with David Letterman and The Late Show with David Letterman. He is known for his innovative comedy, influential hosting style, and long-lasting impact on the industry, inspiring many other successful late-night hosts.

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