Originally Posted by Cynthetiq

I disagree. Bill is a character and respected black man by all communities and Al Sharpton has is followers and his agenda. They are fair to be on TV and be talking heads all they want on any such agenda or issue. Whatever they speak about is up to the viewer to decide if they are talking out of their ass or are providing any kind of insight.

President Obama is not supposed to delve into local issues that have no impact on the nation as a whole.

People do not disassociate Mr. Obama's personal opinion and President Obama's opinion or position.

This is why President Obama is now backpedaling from his comment about how "stupidly" it was handled.