Since when did it become inappropriate or taboo to use an individual's given name when referring to him or her in a political debate or forum? Barack Hussein Obama, Jr. that is the full name, of Presidential hopeful Senator Obama. That is a fact, which as much as the Obama camp wishes to do so, can't be denied or glossed over.
So now middle names have been added to the long list of PCs do's and don'ts.
Then there is the mysterious leaked photo, which shows Senator Obama in some sort of ceremonial robes, reminiscent of the clothing associated with the Middle East. Again this photo is real and, as of yet, has not been attacked as a forgery or having any manipulation done it. Now who leaked the photo is speculative, depending on whose side you are on. Hillary Clinton and the McCain camp deny any direct knowledge and I tend to believe them. I have my own theory that it might just have been the Obama political machine itself. It is a proven method of diffusing a potentially embarrassing fact, by getting it out yourself and then playing the victim or martyr by accusing your opponent of unfair and dirty tricks. I may be wrong but that is my take on the photo fiasco.
Either way, the facts are just that "facts". If Senator Obama intends to be the next leader of the Free World, he should not fear the truth and neither should his supporters. So lets not add to the already brimming book and burden of the PC police.
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Technically, you are right. It's the use to which the references to his given name are put that are disgusting. More fear factor and red meat for the red necks.
It becomes inappropriate or taboo when the use of the middle name intends to scare the hell out of people. Our current regime has worked hard to ingrain into the minds of American people that names like Hussein and Osama are terrorist, and by-and-large they've been successful.
Had 9/11 never happened, or had the war in Iraq never happened, the only connotation the American people would have with the name Hussein would be King Hussein of Jordan. I guarantee you in that context, there would be nothing at all said about Sen. Obama's middle name. It would be a non-issue in this campaign, and the "PC Police" wouldn't even be involved.
But when the name is used to instill fear and hatred, it amounts to nothing more than a slur. And one that the Right will take great pride in using.
Just one more thing: you're right concerning the facts. It is a fact that Sen. Obama's middle name is Hussein, and it is a fact that a picture of him is circulating that shows him in traditional Somali dress during a visit to Kenya. But, the picture shows Sen. Obama with what appears to be a turban on his head. Again, whomever leaked the photo, and I'm not saying that your theory is wrong, was trying to play on the common belief that terroists come with turbans wrapped around their heads...
As for the photo - and this article - it's just more of the same.
If you have issues with his record or his platform, then discuss that.
"As for the photo - and this article - it's just more of the same. If you have issues with his record or his platform, then discuss that"
Let me stress this article was not an attack, I wrote this posting as a means to discuss the controversy that was caused by Bill Cunningham, when he chose to use Senator Obams's middle name. I might not agree with all of the Senator's views, but right or wrong, wether its Hillary or Obama, I will be voting Democrat.
micky, on this I agree with you 100 percent.
He has a common Arab middle name and he was photographed in traditional African garments. Where's the negativity in this that requires action on his part?
Gotta agree with Meagan and Karen on this one...
From the Clinton impeachment smears, to Al Gore's smears....to swiftboating Kerry....and now to Obama.
Thank god the man has enough sense to call you all out. My only fear is that the education system in the country has worked all too well and produced a bunch of nitwits who can't think and who will believe the smears.
But hope springs eternal....and we do have John 'bomb bomb Iran' on the the other side.......I await the orange alerts.
INTENT: Trailer park denizens across Bush's 'Merka will get even more confused and panicky and start loading up the bunker with Ding-Dongs and Coors just in case the Muslim radicals take over.
MESSAGE: EVERYONE WITH A MUSLIM NAME IS DANGEROUS. If they have a middle muslim name, make sure to use it every time you want to make a point. Be it a co-worker, neighbor, anybody. Find out their middle name and use it. After all it this their own name given by their parents, right?
Typical political smackdown intended to do damage. The right thing to do would be to embrace the photo AND the name . . . Knucklehead votes aren't worth the time.
Regards,
Doyle I <~~~~~
His name is public record, as it shall be for the entirety of the American Experience,
American History, as the 44th President of the United States. . .
At any rate. . .I'm ROFL, because uh, y'all some scared people, huh?
My man, Barack really has y'all scared, and I am enjoying this to no end,
but that being said. . .
don't y'all anything better to do?????
Juan, somebody does not like what you've been saying, Juan
I shall be the 9th vote. . .let's see what I might do. This was worth a 10 for the laugh!
Thanks Juan! :=)
ROTFL!! Tony, I guess you need to read all of my work,because then you would know just how idiotic this statement is.
" I guess the cowardly trolls hate mature discussion and debate. "
"Well, I gave your dumb ass a 1, Mr Maturity. . .I didnt drive by and give it either. I'm sitting here rubbing it i your ignorant eyeball. Feel better? I didnt think so. "
You just proved my point.
keep 'bashing' each other. Grow up!! If one doesn't like what
they read, don't comment and don't come back for more. Juan
I feel sorry that this person has chosen to ridicule you for what
reason I wonder?? Don't return insult for insult Juan it will get
you no where. Stand firm for what you believe in young man..
let no one sway you one way or the other.