November 07, 2008

No class, Mr. President-Elect

When I heard Mr. Obama's news conference today, I was taken aback by his flippant insult to Nancy Reagan about her holding "séances" in the White House. The scoop from the Politico:

Obama apologizes to Nancy Reagan for 'careless' joke

President-elect Barack Obama called Nancy Reagan this afternoon to apologize for a joke about her having held "séances" in the White House, an Obama aide said.

“President-elect Barack Obama called Nancy Reagan today to apologize for the careless and off handed remark he made during today’s press conference," said transition spokeswoman Stephanie Cutter. "The President-elect expressed his admiration and affection for Mrs. Reagan that so many Americans share and they had a warm conversation."

Obama was asked at his press conference today if he'd spoken to all the "living" presidents.

"I have spoken to all of them who are living," he responded. "I didn’t want to get into a Nancy Reagan thing about doing any séances."

He was apparently confusing stories about Reagan's consulting with an astrologer with those about other First Ladies -- from Mary Todd Lincoln to Hillary Clinton -- who tried to make contact with figures from the past.

Making a disparaging remark about a living First Lady, who defines class and dignity, the widow of a President that many Americans, myself included, revere. So this is how our four-plus year Obama journey into socialism, disrespect and classlessness begins.

One thing's for sure: He'll succeed in making Bill Clinton look good...

Posted by George Moneo at November 7, 2008 07:58 PM

Comments

He did apologize, so I'm willing to cut him a break on this one.

Posted by: Robert [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 10:10 PM

Even bigger comemierdas are the sycophants around him laughing at this "pujo." As Henry says, "Stay classy, B. Hussein."

Posted by: mrcs_Concepcion [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 10:14 PM

I haven't seen much comment about his oratory skills, or lack thereof. This guy can't even talk without his teleprompter. He is a bumbling, stumbling doofus!!!! Will Putin and Ahminedejad send Barry their questions in advance so BO's lackeys can transcribe them for Barry OTeleprompter????

Posted by: David [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 10:24 PM

The most un-presidential person to ever become president of the United States. What a stupid, asinine remark. No class whatsoever.

Posted by: Firefly [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 10:27 PM

George,

What's up with that sign in front of the podium? Was it really necessary? "Uh, uh ... since I still can't use the Presidential Seal ... this one will do" - The One ... talk about a waste of taxpayers' money ... Pathetic!!!

I wish you well :) Melek

"Rationality is the recognition of the fact that nothing can alter the truth and nothing can take precedence over that act of perceiving it." ~ Ayn Rand

Posted by: Melek [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 10:28 PM

Showing early the ass he really is.

Posted by: Gigi [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 10:38 PM

Robert, he didn't have any choice but to apologize after making a remark like that.

Things aren't starting out well.

Posted by: Jonathan [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 11:05 PM

the question was pretty stupid as well. "Did you consult any living presidents."

He should have just answered the question.

Of course these numnuts were more concerned about what kind of puppy they were going to get. Here we are in a global economic crises and fighting 2 wars, and all these dimwits can ask "What kind of dog are you getting?"

Puh-Lease!

Posted by: Cigar Mike Pancier [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 11:30 PM

This behavior of the newly classless elected President does not surprise me at all as I already noticed his arrogance on several occasions. This is the kind of individual the American people elected on Tuesday night, that simple.

During the campaign you could see these character traits on Barack Hussein Obama, yet the people chose to ignore it. The plain simple fact is that he is not Presidential material, only an articulate bullshit act.

There will be much more to come from our newly President in the next few months. I'm afraid it will get worse but eventually he’ll manage to piss-off many Americans that voted for him.

That’s guaranteed.

Posted by: FreedomForCuba [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 11:38 PM

Barry thinks he's a comediane, does he? If he wants to "unite" the country, he shoul.d probably not have started by insulting the conservative'* most beloved president's wife. She also happens to be my favorite first lady. He's a schmuck and a dolt to boot.

Posted by: Claudia4Libertad [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 7, 2008 11:40 PM

Somebody wake me up in 2012, please.

Posted by: castrodeathwatch [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 12:13 AM

Had Sarah Palin made that remark...the MSM would've been all over it.

Posted by: j2tharome [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 12:35 AM

Another reason to add to my list of why I did not vote for him.

Posted by: ORGULLOSADESERCUBANA [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 02:50 AM

This doesn't come as much of a surprise considering the guy flipped both Clinton and McCain the bird--welcome to the least classy president in, quite literally, American history.

Posted by: ECM [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 03:46 AM

It's going to be a rocky road with this ass. Seriously, all politics aside this guy is an asshole!

Posted by: readytoshoot [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 07:16 AM

I will be Presidentless as of 1/20/09.

Posted by: Suzyq [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 07:44 AM

Well, the first thing he did after being elected is hire Mr. Tact as Chief of Staff. Look forward to Secretary of State Kerry.

Posted by: Lazaro [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 08:56 AM

I believe we can certainly forgive Obama for that disrespectful remark for his obvious lack of a sense of humor.

It is even more important to not forget this incident.

Posted by: Robert [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 09:17 AM

Robert, no we cannot. This is the first in a long series of unforgivables we will have to bear with gritted teeth. If you want to forgive him, fine. Not me.

Posted by: George L. Moneo [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 09:55 AM

It's the first salvo in the guerrilla warfare we're up against from now on.

We can't give him an inch; I don't believe in being gracious with people of his ilk - sorry. They're inherently wicked. What comes out of their mouths exposes them.

Posted by: Gigi [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 11:52 AM

Accepting his apology isn't "giving an inch". It's acknowledging his humanity. Raise your hand if you've ever said something stupid and/or insensitive in a weak attempt to be humorous. I know I have.

Folks, we're going to have MANY opportunities to criticize Obama on legitimate and important issues. It's time to move on from this incident and keep our focus sharp, otherwise we get bogged down and lost in the weeds. We can't afford to get lost.

Posted by: Robert [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 12:16 PM

Trust me, Robert. We won't get lost in the weeds...

Posted by: George L. Moneo [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 12:22 PM

Sadly, if not tragically, there are people, LOTS of people, who would laugh at absolutely ANY supposed joke this guy made, no matter how lame or inappropriate, just because it's the "in" or "cool" thing to do at the moment. I'm afraid we live in a country rife with fashion victims, and I'm not just talking clothes.

Posted by: asombra [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 8, 2008 12:29 PM


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