Stacy Innerst is the artist. You are the caption writer.

We're not saying all politicians are no-good bums. But the journalism axiom declares: if it happens three times, it's a true trend. And all three winning entries in CapCon 127 speak ill of our political class. Must be true.

Please seek an uplifting message for CapCon 128. Send up to three entries to page2@post-gazette.com or mail to: Caption Contest/Portfolio, Post-Gazette, 34 Blvd. of the Allies, Pittsburgh PA 15222. Include name and address and identify your municipality or city neighborhood. Deadline: March 29. Winners receive a PG umbrella for the April showers that may come your way.

WINNERS OF CAPCON 127

First Place

It was the last day at the Future Politicians Training Academy and Leonard was still struggling with the basics of the handshake.

Connor Stewart, Plum

Second Place

Rookie mistake on Day One of "Intro to Politics" class.

Rich Smith, West Deer

Third Place

Study shows the major difference between politicians is that some are right-handed, some are left.

Laura Rhodes, Charleroi

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First published on March 21, 2010 at 12:53 am