I just read the first paragraph, and am about to read the rest.
But until them, I have what is a very very lame comment, however it came to mind without my trying, so authenticity demands I say it.
Obama reminds me more of a-lot-of-camels than camelot. That is an aside to your point, does not negate it. OK back to reading, possibly with apologies for distracting from the point.