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2. I suspect it is merely traditional. If they were speaking to Obama, they would likely call him Mr. President.

Wed Sep 11, 2024, 04:25 PM

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One thing bothered me in last night's debate. [View all] bluescribbler Sep 2024 OP

Yes, I wondered about that, too BoRaGard Sep 2024 #1

Bad habit of the media... Wounded Bear Sep 2024 #3

That respectful Traildogbob Sep 2024 #5

Exactly. Who the hell do they think Cha Sep 2024 #15

He's a ... ffff-former president Metaphorical Sep 2024 #6

From Emily Post: LauraInLA Sep 2024 #7

Former high office holders retain their title when addressed directly bucolic_frolic Sep 2024 #8

I totally agree, that person is not the president TommieMommy Sep 2024 #9

His official title is Sir Loserman milestogo Sep 2024 #10

okay, so I wasn't the only one GopherGal Sep 2024 #11

I know... I just read a blurb by Cha Sep 2024 #13

I think it would depend on the former president... CCExile Sep 2024 #14

Probably part of the negotiation over the debate. S/V Loner Sep 2024 #17

Mr. President, more speaking time... lame54 Sep 2024 #19

Yes, they were in full ass kissing mode last night. jalan48 Sep 2024 #21