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In reply to the discussion: If Obama had gone to France (or sent a representative), the GOP would have complained about that too [View all]TM99
(8,352 posts)and the opposition party are going to 'bitch' no matter what Obama does.
Unfortunately, many here believe apparently that because of this that non-action is the best course or to go with what this group is pushing.
Those here who are critical like myself of this political blunder recognize the situation as it is. If he had gone himself, I would not have criticized the move in the least. I would say bravo! If he had sent Biden or told Holder, who was in Paris, get over to that 'fake march', I would not have criticized that either.
That 'fake march' was a political photo op. History is replete with these 'fake' events. That is the nature of politics. Some days I wonder if many here have ever taken a political science course.
Finally, why should we ever give any of our politicians a 'break'? These men and women are adults. They want to be in these leadership roles. They campaign for them. They should be held to task for every action they take that represents us - both conservatives and liberals.
The factual bottom line is that even now the White House knows it made a blunder and did not act politically savvy.