The Bashing of a President Before He Even Takes Office

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The discussion centers on the unprecedented level of criticism directed at President Obama before he officially took office, contrasting it with the experiences of previous presidents like George W. Bush. Participants attribute this phenomenon to factors such as racism, the GOP's desire to undermine Obama's legitimacy, and a heightened media focus. The conversation also highlights the role of right-wing media, particularly Fox News, in shaping public perception. Ultimately, the participants agree that while criticism is common for any president, the intensity and nature of the scrutiny Obama faces may be influenced by the current political climate and media landscape.

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there's a lot that is different this time. Obama is probably spending more time in the spotlight prior to the inauguration than any other president elect. and even though he came out right away and said to the world that he's not the president yet, he's already acting as though he is. and yes, he's got no real power, but he does have the bully pulpit. president bush staying in hiding from the press except to pardon turkeys only makes it more so.

so, there you go, they're bashing him because he is the president. situation normal is, well, normal.
 

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