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  1. 08-12-2006, 15:24 #1
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    Default Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

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    Bridge over Danube could be named after Chuck Norris

    A new bridge in Hungary could be named after the action film actor Chuck Norris after officials left the naming to an internet vote.

    Votes for the Chuck Norris Bridge have so far attracted 11 per cent, of the vote, organised by the Ministry for the Economy.

    That puts it just ahead of naming the bridge after Hungarian humorist Geza Hofi and three times more popular than naming it after state founder Szent Istvan.

    Votes can be cast until September 8 on the website www.m0hid.gov.hu There are more that 500 nominations, as well as names referring to delays, such as 'It Will Never Happen Bridge'.

    A government committee will review the three winning names, as well as other proposals put forward by local governments, cartographers, linguists and others.

    The bridge over the Danube is due to open in 2008.


    The site is down currently to vote but it seems as if anyone can participate in the selection. Right now I believe Chuck is in third.

    Come on Hungary, if you name the bridge after Chuck then you will never need to replace it, ever.
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Chuck Norris Bridge...hmmm sounds not so bad does it?


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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Chuck Norris eh Chuck Norris you say why God why Chuck Norris is even a spot on the poll. Wait is Chuck Norris Hungarian?
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Well, I voted some time ago for Stephen Colbert, but it looks as though all hope is lost.
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    It's about time Chuck Norris gets recognition. I think the US should follow suit and build a monument to him in DC.

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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Why would you name a bridge after him? Chuck Norris doesn't use bridges. A swift karate chop causes the waters to part and he walks across on dry land.


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    It's a look, not a karate chop.
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Quote Originally Posted by Zalmoxis
    It's a look, not a karate chop.
    Ahh! Silly me.


    Reinvent the British and you get a global finance center, edible food and better service. Reinvent the French and you may just get more Germans.
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Quote Originally Posted by Vladimir
    A swift karate chop causes the waters to part and he walks across on dry land.
    Or, if they need an American inspiration, they could call it 'Chop-aquiddick' after Teddy Kennedy'.
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    I read somewhere they were going to name one after Jean-Claude Van Damme too... Can any Hungarians out there confirm these dreadful rumours?
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Quote Originally Posted by Red Peasant
    Or, if they need an American inspiration, they could call it 'Chop-aquiddick' after Teddy Kennedy'.
    As long as the bridge, and surrounding area, have strong fences and barriers to prevent going off the road.

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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Quote Originally Posted by Masy
    I read somewhere they were going to name one after Jean-Claude Van Damme too... Can any Hungarians out there confirm these dreadful rumours?
    Just another one of the many names to choose from on the site. The world
    would surely end if it was named in his honour.
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Yes, if the bridge should be named after Jean-Claude it should be Jean-Claude Van Varenberg (his real name).

    Besides what does Chuck Norris have that Jean-Claude, Silvester, Arnold and Steven don't have. I say let them fight over it and the winner will give the bridge its name. Should be great as a movie script.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Peasant Phill
    Besides what does Chuck Norris have that Jean-Claude, Silvester, Arnold and Steven don't have. I say let them fight over it and the winner will give the bridge its name. Should be great as a movie script.
    How many movies last two seconds?
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    Quote Originally Posted by GeneralHankerchief
    How many movies last two seconds?
    actualy there are enough movies with scripts of only 2 seconds.
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    Default Re: Bridge to be named after Chuck Norris!

    Quote Originally Posted by Peasant Phill
    Yes, if the bridge should be named after Jean-Claude it should be Jean-Claude Van Varenberg (his real name).

    Besides what does Chuck Norris have that Jean-Claude, Silvester, Arnold and Steven don't have. I say let them fight over it and the winner will give the bridge its name. Should be great as a movie script.
    You forgot Vin Diesel
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    Colbert sure to win - that is, if he is not disqualified as he probably should be.
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