Thanks, College Humor, for perfectly summing up the absurd conflict going on in the U.S. Congress at the moment. Regardless of your political persuasion, you’ll laugh out loud at this portrayal of the more recalcitrant members of the Tea Party depicted as a spoiled-brat kid.

Throughout this political crisis, I’ve been reminded of the infamous National Lampoon magazine cover from 1973 featuring a dog held at gunpoint. If you’re not familiar with that classic hostage-taking satire, take a look:

Images: College Humor, National Lampoon. Thanks for the tip, Denise!