Dispute erupts over timing of Obama address to Congress

CNN.com ^ | August 31, 2011 | CNN Wire Staff

[mass55th]

This moron’s had almost three years to speak to Congress about jobs. It’s not as if unemployment is a new problem. Who does he think he’s kidding by scheduling the speech the same night as a Republican debate? What a loser.

[newzjunkey]

You're right of course. He's had speeches all year long. Some day time, others as primetime addresses to the nation. Congress can't vote on a speech.

There's no urgency here. There's no immediate crisis. He's already saying I'll wait a whole week before the speech yet somehow he can't wait one extra day! If you can't wait, Mr. President, give the speech without a congressional audience! Why wait? Do it this morning!

He has nothing but contempt for Congress or anything and anyone in his way.

Congress sets a return date and time more than a month ago? Too bad!

Republicans schedule a prime time presidential debate months ago? Too bad!

NFL starts next Thursday? Can't talk then, sorry I'm going to be in the White House theater with my celebrity friends stuffing my face with popcorn!

[mass55th]

Thank you for your excellent comments. Your response was spot-on!