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

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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.