How Republican Is Mr. Obama?
First it was photos of Mr. Obama golfing in Hawaii while Gaza burns. "We only have one President at a time," his minions solemnly explained. So no comment. Never mind that he's chosen to talk quite a bit already about other things. Now this: a reported $300 Billion in tax cuts as part of his "stimulus" plan. So, OK, the message is that he does talk when he's pursuing Republican policies in synch with W. And the word "change" in Mr. Obama's lexicon must mean "I will give the Republicans whatever they want and without any negotiation." It's none too soon to begin drawing conclusions.
Posted by George Kenney on January 5, 2009 7:56 AM 
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I certainly respect Obama's "We only have one President at a time" mantra, and that applies to foreign policy particularly. If we simply had a foreign policy disagreement, then I would respect him for holding his tongue until January 20.
What we have going on in Gaza is not a foreign policy issue but a moral issue and a violation of the basic standards of international law. For Obama to remain silent while the Israeli aggression continues is simply immoral.
It is no surprise, however. Obama has made it quite clear that he will continue the unquestioning support for the far-right Israeli government even when they pursue policies that are detrimental to their own interests and ours. Change indeed.
Posted by: Democracy Lover
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January 5, 2009 12:36 PM