I think it's more of a function of the media doing what they do best. They are still ALL powerful, and they sway public opinion like no other. They worked overtime to make sure the mantra is set... That Obama's evolved view is the only acceptable view...
The masses are easily swayed... Most Americans don't look past a soundbite. Are too lazy to look past the news headlines... and if the media, and Holywood say it's so, it so... to them
Exactly. They're told to believe, feel and think in a certain way and they comply. Critical thought burns too many brain cells.