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When Barack Obama chose prominent pastor and traditional marriage advocate Rick Warren to deliver the traditional blessing at the inauguration ceremony, Obama deeply upset many in his base. While the move appeared to be an olive branch to conservative Americans, many felt that Obama lent legitimacy to Warren's non-inclusive and sometimes inflammatory positions on homosexuality.
Now, Obama appears to have tried to right (or left) the ship. Gene Robinson, an Anglican Bishop who also happens to be openly gay, will kick off the inauguration weekend with an opening prayer at a star-studded nationally televised event on Sun. Jan. 18.
When Obama came under fire for his Warren pick he said: "It's important for America to come together, even though we may have disagreements on certain social issues." Now that he chose prominent representatives for both sides of the gay marriage debate has he swayed you toward appreciating the representation of all viewpoints?
Barack Obama hasn't even been sworn in yet, but some have already guessed that his days as president will be numbered to one term. According to a panel of New York Times White House reporters, if Obama's plan to save the economy doesn't work, he has little chance of winning a second term. In addition, the economy's demand for attention could likely cause Obama to abandon his campaign promises, like universal healthcare and environmental regulations, bringing down his popularity.
During the campaign, Obama's legion of supporters definitely had high expectation for real change. Still, I think many will maintain a little patience considering the onslaught of challenges facing the new president. It's probably way too early to ask, but do you think these reporters are right about Obama's high risk of losing in 2012?
Are You Ready For the Digital Television Changeover? In a last-ditch effort to ditch the digital conversion last week, the Consumers Union and President-elect Barack Obama pressed Congress to delay the change, which will effectively shut off any antenna-using TVs. The FCC chief, however, argued at CES that delaying that transition now would just create confusion for Americans, adding that a lot of time, effort, and money have gone into getting the nation ready to switch to digital by Feb. 17. Geeksugar wants to know — are you ready for the switch?
Below is one example of what Emily calls "Today's Rudest Behaviors" in her book Etiquette. Now I must admit to being guilty of this from time to time, but I agree with Emily, it's not the most charming way to behave in public.
"Using four-letter words and other obscenities in public without any reservations — especially in the presence of children."
Do you watch your mouth amongst strangers or do you have a potty mouth like me?
Yesterday, hundreds gathered at the Capitol to get closer to a fake inauguration. Possibly not a terrible idea, considering it looked and sounded much like the real one will. Military personnel, with large name tags strung around their necks, stood in for just about every position. See who played the Obamas and Bidens here. Source
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