President Obama began his term in office by offering various apologies to the world for perceived American mistakes (or as we might call them “Bush policies he didn’t agree with”) and bowing to foreign dignitaries. When he did, RedStateVT was among those who criticized him for devaluing office he held. The President of the United States is the most powerful person in the world. Obama tried to project humility, but ended up showing weakness. Iran, Russia, Venezuela, and North Korea all pounced in one way or another.
Yesterday, President Obama convened a televised health care summit in an attempt to salvage his signature domestic issue. Republicans concerned about walking into a trap needn’t have worried. Once again Obama miscalculated. By appearing in person for the seven hour marathon, Obama undercut the stature of his office one more time. Far from appearing the impartial arbiter, Obama came off as the biased referee who tries to throw the game to the home team. Hardly presidential. It is almost impossible to think of another president, Democrat or Republican who would have put themselves (and the office) in this situation.
Those still looking for Obama’s political brilliance will have to wait.
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