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Horses and Bayonets – Were Obama and Romney Playing Risk at the Presidential Debate?

Eric Meier — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:26:36 +0000

The final presidential debate between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney involved foreign policy and included Obama’s instant classic line about horses and bayonets. Romney had brought up the point at the US Navy has decreased in size. Obama’s retort was that we evolve militarily and yes we had fewer ships like we have less hoses and bayonets [...]

President Barack Obama's Name Spelled Wrong on Ballots Printed by Oneida County

Eric Meier — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 00:19:09 +0000

Despite having been checked and double checked, the ballot prepared for the November 6 general election has Barack Obama’s name misspelled. The president’s name is listed as “Barak Obama.” The error appears on all of the ballots that are on display on the county’s Board of Elections “Sample Ballots” website. The county’s Election Commissioner tells [...]

What Did President Obama Say on Albuquerque Radio Station KOB-FM And Why Was It Turned Into an Attack Ad?

Eric Meier — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 15:55:04 +0000

Albuquerque Top-40 radio station KOB-FM made international news Friday after they aired an interview with President Barak Obama. What was said that stirred up the controversy? The hosts on the ‘Morning Mayhem‘ program asked President Obama about what music is on his iPod when he works out, and how he feels about Carly Rae Jepsen’s [...]

President Obama's Tough Cookie Question

Trudy — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:15:20 +0000

The secret is out. No, not President Obama’s cell phone number, his favorite flavor of Girl Scout cookies! While at a town hall event this week in Ohio, a young girl asked the President what his favorite Girl Scout cookie was. Obama said that was one of the toughest questions but admitted he’s pretty [...]

Supreme Court Upholds Obama's Health Care Law

Shauna Wright — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:29:23 +0000

The Obama administration got an enormous victory on Thursday when the Supreme Court voted 5-4 to uphold the President’s signature achievement: the 2010 health care law.

And in a surprise to many court watchers, it was Chief Justice John Roberts who sided with the more liberal justices and wrote the majority opinion.

President Obama Sings Again – 'Sweet Home Chicago' with B.B. King [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:07:16 +0000

Bill Clinton had his saxophone, President Barak Obama is simply becoming ‘the Voice.’ Earlier this year, Obama sang a few bars of ‘Let’s Stay Together,’ and in a concert held tonight at the White House, it was ‘Sweet Home Chicago,’ that received the presidential treatment. The concert was Blues Night at the White House and will air on [...]

President Obama Grabs Cell Phone, Chats With Unsuspecting Person [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Fri, 27 May 2011 13:32:20 +0000

President Obama isn't waiting until he's on the campaign trail to speak to the people.

The Commander-in-Chief made some waves on his visit to Ireland when he grabbed a cell phone from someone in the crowd in Dublin and began talking to the person on the other end for about 15 seconds before handing the phone back and going about his business.

Barack and Michelle Obama Visit the Royal Family at Buckingham Palace [IMAGE]

Eric Meier — Wed, 25 May 2011 18:17:40 +0000

President Barack Obama and wife Michelle, while visiting the UK on state business, plan to spend two nights at Buckingham Palace, thanks to their royal hosts. The Obamas were greeted in London on Tuesday by Queen Elizabeth II and newlyweds Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (better known stateside as Kate Middleton).

Barack Obama Releases Long Form Birth Certificate

Eric Meier — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:30:22 +0000

After years of speculation, President Barack Obama silenced critics today by releasing the long form version of his birth certificate from the state of Hawaii.

The birth certificate was posted on the White House's official website, with a statement from White House communications director Dan Pfeiffer.

President Obama Misses Being Anonymous

Trudy — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 14:17:33 +0000

Can you imagine what it must be like being the President? So many things on your plate and each day can bring new problems and tough decisions to be made. Plus, the eyes of the world are on you 24/7. You can't just stroll down the street, go for a quick jog or grab a newspaper and a cup of coffee. Being anonymous is out of the question and President Obama misses that.

Oprah to Interview Barack, Michelle Obama on April 27

Mark Richards — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:36:35 +0000

Here is something you may not know about me, Mark Richards, I watch OWN, (Oprah Winfrey Network). There are some very interesting investigative reporting shows on that channel.

According to the LA Times, the daytime icon will interview President Barack Obama and his wife, First Lady Michelle, on April 27.

Barack Obama Picks Kansas to Win The National Championship; Eric Meier Picks Ohio State

Eric Meier — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 15:48:36 +0000

Barack Obama didn’t take a whole lot of risks when filling out his NCAA Tournament brackets. The President has all four number one seeds — Duke, Pittsburgh, Ohio State and Kansas — advancing to the Final Four, with Kansas winning it all. This is the second straight year Obama predicted the Jayhawks to take the [...]