"We deal in the basics, and all those basics are necessary necessities," said a smiling CEO, patiently explaining to some CNNfn reporter that the company would thrive even in an economic downturn. Why was that CEO smiling?

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Monday's Question (No. 322)--"We Deliver?":

According to Rep. John Doolittle, R-Calif., "Sometimes it's barbecue; sometimes it's fried chicken, sometimes it's pizza; frequently it's more than one of those things." What is?

"The shocking diet of talking animals."--Andrew Staples (Paul Frellick had similar answer.)

"George W. Bush's favorite food, depending on where he's campaigning."--David Finkle

"Cigarette flavors Philip Morris tried while not targeting children."--Chris Kelly

"Dishes made out of euthanized babies at Peter Singer's new chain of animal-friendly fast-food restaurants."--Katha Pollitt

"Look. A martini should be gin and vermouth and a twist. That's it. There's no call for 'secret' ingredients."--Michael Manella

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