Parents and lawmakers speak out against Obama's speech to students

[Psi U MC Vito]

Originally Posted by DaemonSeid

Other presidents, including Republicans Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, delivered similar speeches to students, but some conservatives accused Obama of trying to promote his policies, and they urged schools and parents to boycott the address. Florida Republican Party chairman Jim Greer initially called the speech an attempt to "spread President Obama's socialist ideology."

I wonder how many Republicans would mention that the last person to give such a speech was H.W. one of theirs, instead of Clinton who was the last Democratic POTUS.

[DaemonSeid]

Originally Posted by Psi U MC Vito

I wonder how many Republicans would mention that the last person to give such a speech was H.W. one of theirs, instead of Clinton who was the last Democratic POTUS.

thank you.

[KSigkid]

Originally Posted by deepimpact2

And why are you always criticizing his speaking ability? Do you say that about every single President? I could understand a few remarks here and there, but now you are just sounding sour and bitter. I didn't think Bush was eloquent, but I didn't say it every single time he gave a speech. Have you not realized by now that ALL Presidents generally give quite a few speeches? Besides, I would rather have a President who actively tries to inform the public instead of one who stays silent and expects the public to just go along because he's the President.

Why is there a problem with her criticizing his speaking ability? I don't agree with her (I think Obama's a solid speaker), but people have ALWAYS criticized the speaking skills of Presidents. Criticism of Obama in this regard just comes with the job.

Originally Posted by Psi U MC Vito

I wonder how many Republicans would mention that the last person to give such a speech was H.W. one of theirs, instead of Clinton who was the last Democratic POTUS.

Lots would remember that - please, let's not confuse the loud protests of a few for the feeling of the Republicans as a whole. There are plenty of Republicans (and conservatives overall), including myself, who had no problem with the speech, and had no issue with giving such a speech to kids.