Perry's Site Gets Hacked During Campaign Speech

Texas Travesty

The informal campaign kickoff speech, which took place in San Antonio, was being streamed via Perry's website when the server was hit by what campaign spokesman Mark Miner claimed was a denial-of-service attack.

"Today’s ‘Talkin' Texas’ webcast by Gov. Perry was deliberately interrupted by a denial-of-service attack, preventing countless users from logging in to view the Governor’s remarks," said Miner. "This planned and coordinated attack was political sabotage, and we are working to identify those responsible for this illegal activity."

Miner wouldn't speculate as to whether he believed the attack came from his opponent in next March's GOP primary, Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, leftists, or angry cyclists.

Hutchison's campaign responded to the attack with barely contained glee, taking the opportunity to poke fun at the Governor himself. "What an embarrassing campaign launch," said Hutchison spokeswoman Jennifer Baker. "I'm sure the governor is hacked but we are skeptical their site was. After all, Rick Perry isn't exactly a stranger when it comes to arrogantly blaming others for his mistakes."