A British acupuncturist in Tokyo has promised to treat everyone who walks into his clinic for free the day after Tuesday’s United States election, if George Bush loses — even the would-be ex-president himself.
Edward Obaidey, who treats about 20 people a day, said he stands to lose about 120 000 yen ($1 130) if Senator John Kerry wins.
”Maybe I’ve lost a few patients over this. But if Bush came in, I’d treat him as well. He probably needs a good going-over,” Obaidey said.
Obaidey said he decided to make his offer after hearing widespread anger about Bush from his patients, even ones who tend to be apolitical.
”Normally I don’t mind what goes in America but with this guy in, things have got so bad, not only for Americans but people all over the world,” he said.
Obaidey, who has worked in Tokyo for nearly 20 years, said he will consider making a similar offer when Britain holds its next general election.
”If [Prime Minister Tony] Blair is out, maybe I’ll do another campaign for that.” — Sapa-AFP