This election's candidates would do well to take a couple hints from Stars Hollow's fast-talking mother-daughter duo.
Keep Your Friends Close, And Your Enemies Closer
As Rory's spars with Paris demonstrate, adhering to this adage will serve you well down the road. The girls start off as foes but end up college roomies.
Source: images.fanpop.com
It's Good To Have Friends In High Places, Especially Yale's Secret Societies
Rory takes a Mary Poppins-style jump with the Life and Death Brigade, a fictional version of Skull & Bones, the secret society of which George W. Bush was a member during his time at Yale.
Source: crushable.com
Be Careful What You Put In Writing
It may come back to haunt you, as did Rory's article in the Yale Daily News about the Yale Ballet Company.
Source: coffeeatlukes.com
Choose Your V.P. Wisely
Renowned bitch Paris Gellar picked the affable, sorta-shy new girl to be her running mate in season two. Paris' image softened and lifelong friendship ensued.
Source: coffeeatlukes.com