I got a call from Missy's school a few days ago, letting me know that they would not be broadcasting President Obama's speech because waivers had not been sent out.
Waivers?
Is the President wanting to speak to the children of our country really that controversial?
I'm simply baffled. I'm not getting on my high liberal horse, here, I just truly don't understand why parents would object to their child watching a televised address by the President. It seems somewhat ridiculous. What exactly do you think he's going to say to these children?
Different issue, same sentiment: I'm reading Facebook blurbs scoffing at the upcoming speech, outlining President Obama's health care reform. I'll paraphrase one of my favorites: "I don't think I can be persuaded to support any health care reform, no matter what it entails." (This paraphrase is generous, deleting much of the scoffing.)
Sooooo...you're so sure you don't want any changes to our health care system that you aren't willing to listen? Wouldn't making an informed decision be the responsible thing to do as a citizen and voter? Is it really wise to dismiss something this important out of hand?
Perhaps I don't understand. Maybe these comments are being taken out of context. But I have to say, I'm getting a little uncomfortable with the flavor of the Presidential bashing. Perhaps, after eight years of such rich material for liberals, the conservatives of our country simply need a little of their own back. Okay. I get that.
But I don't get the strident anti-Obama sentiment that is still flowing through the conservative population of our country. I think I may be over-simplifying things, but at some point, it starts to ring of ignorance. The ugly sort that, as a society, we should have evolved beyond.
Just saying. But I support the President, so for God's sake, DO NOT let me talk to your kids. Or your doctor.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
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That's why I like you so much, Jen - you tell it simply and plainly. I wrote a note on FB about partisan politics and its also on my blog if you want to take a peek.
I get so discouraged and disheartened when I read such drivel.SURELY there are some calm, level headed moderates from both parties that are out there ready to be willing to think logically.
I was amazed that my kid's school actually SHOWED the speech. I guess though that Laura Bush came out and said that she didn't see a problem with it, so that meant that Texas schools had best step up and do what the former first lady said, it wouldn't be very Texan not to :).
What's amazing to me is that anyone would be against the President telling kids to STAY IN SCHOOL and BE GOOD STUDENTS. UM WTF?
I haven't a clue as to whether or not they watched it at school, it's a shame if they didn't. (I see some You Tubing in my future.)
The going against Obama because it's Obama thing is getting old, it's everywhere I look. It's sad and we should have evolved passed this by now.
Also hearing a lot of "well, my health care is fine so I don't see the need for changes" attitude running rampid right now as well. Frustrating...
I feel the same way.
Does you school send out waivers if they have a firefighter talk to the kids? Or a nurse? Or a teacher. (Oh, the sarcasm slipped out, despite my best efforts.)
I honestly didn't get the objection to the President's speech either. I had no problem with my child watching it. However, it's my understanding that many people felt that Obama addressing children smacks too much of Nazi-brand "socialism," because apparently Hitler had youth campaigns.
I too support the President. God put him in power, and God tells us in the Bible to respect our government. For what it's worth, I also strongly support health care reform. Most people agree that the system is badly broken, and at least the President is trying to do something about the problem, which is more than I can say for the naysayers. All they want to do is bitch and piss and moan, but I don't see them coming up with a better idea.
I know, right? I don;t get it. My daughter is a teacher...forgot to send home the "waivers" so she couldn't let her class watch. what a waste.
Our district didn't air the speech. The reason given is because it didn't fit in with the curriculum. When it does, teachers are welcome to use it as a teaching tool. Um, it wasn't a lesson. It was a speech to encourage & motivate kids.
I don't know why people didn't wait for the speech to be released before forming an opinion.
I am a teacher and was also saddened that people kept their kids from watching President Obama. His messages about responsibility and hard work are great for all kids to hear. He is already the elected president - it is not as though he is presidential candidate - I don't get what the fear is.
As far as I'm concerned, there is a huge difference between the Hitler youth, which encouraged racism, hatred and the killing of 6million Jews, and a president talking to children about responsibility. I guess I don't see the connection.
I agree. I support President Obama, but I don't support most of his health care reform bill. I still think schools should have broadcast his speech. I think that no matter what political "flavor" currently resides in the White House, I think it's important to respect the President. I think it's our duty as Americans to listen to what he has to say, whether we agree or not. I think if people disagree, they should do so politely. EVERYONE. No matter what. It's called common courtesey and it's lacking in everyday life, not just in politics.
you ok girl? where are you?
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