Posted on 10/17/2008 3:29:55 PM PDT by MichaelAsher54

The Obamas are putting money into the Waldorf Astoria economy.
It looks like the bottom signature is a tiny bit smaller, but otherwise exact copy of the top signature.
Great point as well. Remember, Obama said, “We can’t drive our SUVs and eat as much as we want and keep our homes on 72 degrees at all times ... and then just expect that other countries are going to say OK.”
It’d be great if someone did an ad covering both.
Just a simple girl living the life to which she has become accustomed in these mean United States of America.
I don’t know why Iranian caviar is available, but it is.
Gee, I thought we were all upset over those CEO’s enjoying themselves during the economic crisis.
Don’t be so quick to assume Michelle just likes caviar, of course she felt good ordering something from an enemy country which Rev Wright has told her we are mistreating.
The Obama’s love our enemies and hate our allies, that is part of the leftist philosophy.
No economic crisis in the Obama coffers, with the right redistribution of wealth and all.
Bollinger is a Champagne house, a producer of sparkling wines from the Champagne region of France.
Bollinger has been featured in Bond films as 007’s favorite celebratory tipple since Moonraker back in 1979.
political genius wrote:
I just spoke with the Waldorf-Astoria Room Service. Here is what we’ve got Michelle Obama’s 4pm snack cost:
Lobster Hors D’overs - $25.00 each
Whole Steamed Lobsters: $50.00/ea =100.00
Iranian Caviar (w/o pre conditions) $150.00
Cheap Champagne: $44 per bottle
Michelle Obama eating on your dime-PRICELESS!
10/17/2008 4:51 PM EDT
http://www.nypost.com/seven/10172008/gossip/pagesix/obamas_fancy_snack_133922.htm
Sample Room Rates
Standard room, $289-$649;
luxury suite, $679-$1,200;
standard tower room, $539-$700;
tower luxury suite, $899-$1699;
historic tower apartment-style suite, $7,000-$10,000
http://nymag.com/listings/hotel/waldorf-astoria/
In 1860, a $20 gold piece was nearly 1 oz. gold. In gold terms, $2,000 was about 100 oz. of gold or $80,000 at today’s prices.
Try $100 in the inflation calculator:
http://www.westegg.com/inflation/
Why?

Waldorf Towers Rooms and Suites (375-5,400 square feet)
High above Manhattan on the 28th-42nd floors of The Waldorf=Astoria, The Waldorf Towers offers the city's largest collection of apartments and suites, configurable to meet the requirements of every guest. Gracious touches such as fine antiques and individual décor create an inviting residential appeal.
Experience the elegance, exceptional privacy and highly personalized services at The Waldorf Towers.
Election day to inauguration was 4 months in Lincolns day. $100 for the entire 4 month period?
Mrs Obama had to have French champagne , none of California’s sparkling wines would do ??!!
Who does she think she is ?
John Kerry ?
I’m sure the second lobster was for the waiter and the maid-the Obama’s believe in spreading around the wealth,
I’m sure they practice what they preach.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| Filet Mignon | Lobster Tail | Beef Tenderloin | Roast Duck | Alaskan Halibut |
| Sautéed Mushrooms | Sautéed Broccolini | Lobster Ravioli | Poached Seafood | Hamachi Sashimi |
| Chocolate Mousse | Créme Brulee | Rocky Road Cake | Strawberry Cheesecake | Sorbet Deluxe |

Not oyster, Osetra caviar from Iran, in other words expensive fish eggs.
IIRC on the receipt shown earlier today just the 20% service charge was over $100 rather than $68, the caviar was $190 rather than $150, and the total started with a 5 or 6 rather than a 4.
1792.....”Let them eat cake”
Marie Antoinette
2008....”Let them eat caviar”
Michelle Obama
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