Barack Hussein Obama, Jr

Gather ^ | February 29, 2008 | Juan J Martinez

[2ndDivisionVet]

Since when did it become inappropriate or taboo to use an individual's given name when referring to him or her in a political debate or forum? Barack Hussein Obama, Jr. that is the full name, of Presidential hopeful Senator Obama. That is a fact, which as much as the Obama camp wishes to do so, can't be denied or glossed over.

So now middle names have been added to the long list of PCs do's and don'ts.

Then there is the mysterious leaked photo, which shows Senator Obama in some sort of ceremonial robes, reminiscent of the clothing associated with the Middle East. Again this photo is real and, as of yet, has not been attacked as a forgery or having any manipulation done it. Now who leaked the photo is speculative, depending on whose side you are on. Hillary Clinton and the McCain camp deny any direct knowledge and I tend to believe them. I have my own theory that it might just have been the Obama political machine itself. It is a proven method of diffusing a potentially embarrassing fact, by getting it out yourself and then playing the victim or martyr by accusing your opponent of unfair and dirty tricks. I may be wrong but that is my take on the photo fiasco.

Either way, the facts are just that "facts". If Senator Obama intends to be the next leader of the Free World, he should not fear the truth and neither should his supporters. So lets not add to the already brimming book and burden of the PC police.

[factmart]

Great POST !

[maine-iac7]

The ‘turban’ photos are from Al Jazeera and the press knows it = they just would rather blame hitlery - to point the finger away from the photos - the ‘turban’ outfit is NOT Kenyan, but Somali Islams -

there’s another photo of him in Kenyan garb, totally different.

It’s the Islamic connotation they want to get glossed over -—
http://gopublius.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/ObamainAfrica.jpg

scroll down for Kenyan garb photo

[maine-iac7]

from Al Jazeera

in Kenyan garb - on the left

another 'turban' photo - in Somalian Islamic garb

[King of Florida]

It became taboo when McCrazy said it was. I don’t recall Obama himself ever saying anything about it.

[Cicero]

She’ll probably end up in old age as The Empress Formerly Known as Clinton.

[maine-iac7]

I think Carter was sworn in as “Jimmy Carter”.

I think you think wrong - it's a legal thing -

[CitizenM]

I have my own theory that it might just have been the Obama political machine itself. It is a proven method of diffusing a potentially embarrassing fact, by getting it out yourself and then playing the victim or martyr by accusing your opponent of unfair and dirty tricks.

I agree:

I refer to a previous article published on FR where several politicians and campaign staffers for McCain apologized about this issue.

In the previous article they reported they “are so sorry.”

Yep, they are sorry...such a sorry bunch of weenies. When I hear Barack Hussein Obama's parents apologize for giving him his name it will be the only time I feel someone has a reason to apologize. He knows what his full name is and always has been. He knew this could/would be an issue eventually. He cannot be so dumb to think it would never have come up or be used, since it IS his full name. Does anyone really think that the people in his campaign did not discuss this from the very start, and decided that if it became some type of issue, they would make use of it and put a spin on it, call it Politically Uncorrect, to try and achieve a positive reaction from liberals on the basis of some PC belief?

Barack Hussein Obama went into the campaign knowing all the possible negativity that he might face about his race, his religious affiliations, his admitted former drug use, his record for being the #1 liberal in Washington, even, perhaps, his middle name. He knew it all. He decided to run. If he is half the man he pretends to be he will not use this reference other’s have made to his middle name as an "excuse" to complain and cry "foul," or let others do so on his behalf. For him to jump on the wagon and act like this is some huge issue that is unfair to him negates his claim that he will be the one to unite the country. BHO better treat this as a moot issue, and not go on some sort of crusade against his full name being used as it has been for every other president and most political office holders.

.It is silly for anyone to think that he had not anticipated this happening, and that this result is not exactly what he wanted to happen, so he could gain sympathy, just like the mysteriously released photo, which I agree probably came from his own staffers. Just like he openly admitted to drug use, Obama has always put things out there, and then just acted as though anyone’s criticism of them is not acceptable. He is trying to divide by garnishing support from those who feel oppressed in this country for something, and it is a covert tactic and that is all.

The probability of his middle name being used to draw attention to his religious background/heritage and probably causing some negative reaction (in anyone’s mind) was an ace-in-the-hole that he counted on occurring. The people who have apologized and the media have again proven they are stupid enough to fall into this well thought out, anticipated situation, and BHOjust waited for someone to make it work for him. These “sorry” people are making apologies where none are needed thereby causing the exact reaction and publicity that BHO figured would result, and that he could bank on to give him support from the voters he wants to identify with.

That said, it is certainly discomforting to consider his affiliations – religious, financial, political, etc. as it would be for any candidate (no matter what they are named) with his background who continually boasts he wants to unify this country and Congress when his voting record has shown he has done nothing in office except be continually opposed to any bi-partisan decisions – and who, by his very release of information, photos or use of his full, legal name, expects those things not to be questioned in any manner in fear of BHO claiming those questions and concerns are “unfair” and/or prejudicial.

[iopscusa]

You could be right on BHO’s intent...It is silly for anyone to think that he had not anticipated this happening, and that this result is not exactly what he wanted to happen, so he could gain sympathy, just like the mysteriously released photo, which I agree probably came from his own staffers.
And IMO it is rediculous how all these fools apologize...jeez these idiots must have the dreaded BDS, Barack Derangement Symptom!

[Hatteras]

"If Senator Obama intends to be the next leader of the Free World, he should not fear the truth and neither should his supporters."

...as a matter of fact, he should step up to the plate and celebrate the unique qualities that enable him to stand apart from the rest of the presidential contenders!

Thanks, whoever you are, for the .gif file!

[SJackson]

from Al Jazeera...in Kenyan garb - on the left...another 'turban' photo - in Somalian Islamic garb

Funny, the media didn't hesitate to publish these.

Double standard showing?

[Clemenza]

Cunningham is still a moron. This is such a dumb and tacky issue. Why lose sleep over it.

[stockstrader]

He looks like “DUMBO” the cartoon elephant in that pic....lol

[Mr Inviso]

How about we just start calling him “Junior” instead? That, I’m sure, will improve his dignified image...LOL

[MNJohnnie]

Well you know why Carter had to make sure they dropped that one. Did not want him linked in people mind to the other James Earl.....James Earl Ray, the guy who shot Martin Luther King Jr

[missnry]

[End_Clintonism_Now]

What's in a middle name?

[factmart]

Good Idea !

[factmart]

If I was a Muslim lover I’d want to get out of Iraq also.

[Mr Inviso]

I just realized the problem with doing that, though. He’d just call McCain “the third”, only he’d pronounce it “turd” and he’d be right. Sheesh.

[traumer]

BHO? OMG!