Every time I turn on the TV I hear someone starting a sentence with "In these challenging economic times." 

Your challenge:  come up with the funniest ending to "In these challenging economic times..."

Bill the asshole 53,270 54
03/09/2009 05:04 PM

"In these challenging economic times...Internet porn and Bacon futures are the way to go."

Because, you can never go wrong with bacon and porn.

Phuc 237,919 21
03/09/2009 05:10 PM

"In these challenging economic times..."

...we need more Frost-ing cowbell, goddamnit.

Phuc 237,919 21
03/09/2009 05:10 PM

"In these challenging economic times..."

...turn to internet porn and crack.

The Mailman 176,464 56
03/09/2009 05:10 PM

In these challenging economic times, web sites such as ZUG.com are sometimes forced to stretch their contests much, much longer than anticipated, and hope that no one will notice.

Ferrit 128 4
03/09/2009 05:30 PM

"In these challenging economic times..."

...it's reassuring to know that blood and semen are still exchangeable for cash, and a healthy human kidney is worth up to $60K on most black markets.

Bill the asshole 53,270 54
03/09/2009 05:36 PM

"In these challenging economic times...the porn industry has made cut backs, now it's only one girl and a half a cup"

Lobster *Butter not included* 18,570 33
03/09/2009 05:57 PM

In these challenging economic times....

.... blowjobs will ensure job security better than that peice of paper you spent five drunken years of early adulthood getting.

Sippin Straw 98,019 37 sucks up to John.
03/09/2009 06:02 PM

 In these challenging economic times, folks are less and less able to afford costly pharmaceuticals.  As a result, millions of ailing people have begun visiting Zug.com in droves knowing that laughter, after all, is the best medicine.

MungChamp 35,891 35
03/09/2009 06:16 PM

In these challenging economic times, folks are less and less able to afford costly pharmaceuticals.  As a result, millions of ailing people have begun visiting Zug.com in droves knowing that laughter Generic Viagra, after all, is the best medicine.

Fixed!

Bill the asshole 53,270 54
03/09/2009 06:33 PM

"In these challenging economic times...Frost YOU!"

What, to much?

Bill the asshole 53,270 54
03/09/2009 06:35 PM

What, it's better than two much?

Cruz : Pyrophile 9,993 12
03/09/2009 06:43 PM

"In these challenging economic times ... it's important to remember that since many South Americn foodstuffs e.g. roast guinea pig have no expiry dates technically they can be eaten at anytime between now and when you can afford actual food again.

Thud 68,506 19
03/09/2009 07:28 PM

"In these challenging economic times...we should be seeking out new and better recipes for long pig."

syncope 49,019 14
03/09/2009 07:35 PM

In these challenging economic times, it is important to remember that whoever has the conch shall speak.

Bill the asshole 53,270 54
03/09/2009 07:39 PM

 "In these challenging economic times...it is important to remember that the comedy value of poop is constant!"

Juan Campos 1,173 5 goes political
03/09/2009 09:28 PM

In these challenging economic times, I'm thankful that we live in a nation where the welfare of the people is valued more greatly than the "bottom line," and where every legislative decision is made with a true spirit of bipartisanship.

Pubah 56,813 18
03/09/2009 09:53 PM

In these challenging economic times...

...the value of duct tape and cardboard cannot be overemphasised.

GIVE...to the Hobo of your choice.

Thud 68,506 19
03/09/2009 10:09 PM

"In these challenging economic times...the value of learning daub-and-wattle construction cannot be overstated."

Thud 68,506 19
03/09/2009 10:17 PM

"In these challenging economic times...printing your own money isn't just an option, it's called retirement planning."

Sippin Straw 98,019 37
03/09/2009 11:46 PM

In these challenging economic times, we understand that there are many that can only afford to give away single orbs.  We appreciate whatever you can bestow upon us, it truly is the thought that counts.  Bless you, child.

Dogs Akimbo 211,594 32
03/10/2009 12:47 AM

In these challenging economic times, the lion sleeps tonight.

peoriagrace 6,166 11
03/10/2009 02:31 AM

In these challenging economic times... Porno Bacon would make a great name for a band.

TomServo 3,759 7
03/10/2009 06:20 AM

 In these challenging economic times..... Wait, you still have a TV?

Brubert 763 11
03/10/2009 06:57 AM

"In these challenging economic times, you can never have enough cats".

Mothcleaner 4,106 10
03/10/2009 08:35 AM

"In these challenging economic times..."



Soviet Russia is still the Shakespearetiest country.

Bill the asshole 53,270 54
03/10/2009 09:22 AM

"In these challenging economic times...gas costs more than beer so, drink don't drive"

TheVelveTurd 6,553 10
03/10/2009 09:35 AM

In these challenging economic times...<sarcasm/ at least we have a black president./sarcasm>

Le Ravos 63,472 21
03/10/2009 10:23 AM

In these challenging economic times, ideas for comedy are scarce, so it is far easier to have everyone else create it for you.

Le Ravos 63,472 21
03/10/2009 11:48 AM

In these challenging economic times...<sarcasm/ at least we have a black president./sarcasm>

In these challenging economic times, people are still totally oblivious to the concept of HTML.

No more pretenses, I'm just Pram 80,728 42
03/10/2009 12:27 PM

In these challenging economic times, tutti frutti, oh rooty. Tutti frutti, oh rooty (woo) tooti frooti, oh rooty. Tutti frooty, oh rooty. Tutti frutti, oh rooty. A womp bomp bah bee bomp ba domp bamboo.

No more pretenses, I'm just Pram 80,728 42
03/10/2009 01:56 PM

In these challenging economic times, wearing red trunks, the CHAMPEEN, Recession Balboa!

Midgets 96,128 48
03/10/2009 03:04 PM

"In these challenging economic times...It's important to remember there is always someone worse off than you. Of course there are many people better off too. Millions of them. Including me, your bank manager, and the guy your wife is blowing for jewelry."

Bill the asshole 53,270 54
03/10/2009 07:25 PM

In these challenging economic times...Job security is, those guys who walk around with the fake badges and pepper spray, to make sure you don't take a stapler when you get a pink slip.

Superdan 49 9
03/24/2009 10:50 AM

In these challenging economic times one must remember how much better off we are than the people on the street, If one doesn't remember one must tell such a person on the street, give him a kick for good measure. They will understand how much better off you are.

The Rev. Big Irish Guy, Jr. 203,956 21
03/24/2009 02:15 PM

In these challenging economic times I bet John still had all the money he wasted on the Super Bowl Prank.

Your What?! Hurts? 5,582 10
03/24/2009 02:59 PM

Don't forget to make a wish there, Big.

KChiki - Keeper of the Canned Air 128,392 98
03/24/2009 03:49 PM

 "In these challenging economic times, it's good to know that some things are consistent; hatred and bigotry."

TheVelveTurd 6,553 10
03/25/2009 01:09 PM

I saw that before, laughed out loud, and thought about how the hell could I  convey that into a post. Couldn't figure it out though. Nicely done Xentar.

Shell Belle 77,143 25
03/25/2009 01:16 PM

In these challenging economic times......when are you gonna eat that pickle?