How many does it take? (And why do they cross the road?)


How many shy cartoon characters does it take to change a light bulb?

     One, but you have to draw him out.


How many car-haters does it take to hitch a ride?

    All of them.

L'autostop: Stop the auto, I want to get on!


How many selves does it take to change genders?

    Indeterminate. The changer, the changee, and a chorus of "allies"


How many lawyers does it take to change a light bulb?

     One,as long as his learned friend helps him.

How many judges does it take to change a light bulb?

     One, since he has a Bench to stand on.

Why did the judge cross the road?

     He has to see both sides.

Why did the comedian cross the road?

     To see what the judge was up to.

Why did the chicken cross the road?


     To get away from the bike lane.

Why did the stutterer cross the road?

    Because he c-c-could.

Why did the trans activist cross the road?

     To reach the intersection-ality.

Why do comics tell lame jokes? 

    Just-jesting for fun ...



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