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by RichardRay from Dallas, TX

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Obama's Children On TV
Jul 9, 2008 | 4:00 PM
Category: Political
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"We wouldn't do it again."

That's what Sen. Barack Obama is telling everyone who asks about his decision to grant an exclusive interview to Access Hollywood that included his daughters.  

Honestly, I don't know what to think about it.  I guess the conventional wisdom is that children of Presidents and presidential candidates should be shielded from as much public exposure as possible.  The Clintons and the Bushes certainly did with their daughters.

Access Hollywood (seen on Fox 4 at 6:30pm weekdays) has cranked out a four-parter that began last night.  So, they are making the most of the exclusive.  Clips are also getting wide play elsewhere.  Not much news there -- except that the children are allowed to talk on camera.

Again, I don't know.  Huge lapse in judgement?  Or, not that big a deal?

I'm guessing some of you have opinions. 

Rich

 

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furbie read my blog view my photos
Jul 9, 2008 | 5:26 PM

You can't cure stupid !

Guess my dad was smarter than I gave him credit for. He always said :" Kids should be seen, not heard" !

Old sayings are the best !
superman read my blog view my photos
Jul 9, 2008 | 5:42 PM

RichardRay read my blog view my photos
Jul 9, 2008 | 5:54 PM

Thank you Superman for the link to the Access Hollywood clip.
Rich
superman read my blog view my photos
Jul 9, 2008 | 6:02 PM

YOUR WELCOME SIR!!!!!!
rustynickel read my blog
Jul 9, 2008 | 6:08 PM

Probably wasn't one of his wisest decisions. Although I do believe that most people are smart enough to know that the children are NOT the ones who will be running the country. Had I have been the one in the situation, I wouldn't want my kids (at that age) be on in prime time. LMBFAO
UCantHandleThisTruth read my blog
Jul 9, 2008 | 7:20 PM

It would have been nice if something slipped out like:

Yeah dad says white people like grandma are stupid, kindof like HE DID in his book.

Or how about this one:

Mom, what are those things I hear buzzing at night from your bedroom
acoolone read my blog view my photos
Jul 9, 2008 | 8:03 PM

You are kidding right? This man will do anything and use anyone to be elected president. He would do it again tomorrow if given the chance.
fox4viewer4444 read my blog view my photos
Jul 9, 2008 | 9:14 PM

I thought the interview was a "softer side" of Obama. I have noticed Michelle is wearing more & more "feminine" clothing when she does interview. Michelle was in a "Summer Sunny Dress" on the view. I am sure ALL OF THIS is nothing but a "ploy" to make the OBAMAS look like the "ALL AMERICAN FAMILY".

I personally thought Michelle & kids were real. I, on the other hand, did not care for Mr. Obama. He needs to "learn" to loosen up!
Marks read my blog view my photos
Jul 10, 2008 | 4:49 PM

If I ran for office, I would try to keep my family as shielded as possible from media scrutiny. Hence, I'll not be running for office any time soon.
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RICH ON THE ROAD I am blessed with a truly remarkable job that for decades now has permitted me to see corners of the world, far and near. When I'm not on the road for Fox4 News in Dallas/Fort Worth, I'm often traveling with my wife Catherine -- occasionally on mission trips in Africa or Latin America with our home church (Prince of Peace Lutheran in Carrollton). My contribution to this page began largely as a Travel-blog -- sharing current and many of my past experiences in traveling America and the globe. I'm tryng, as we go along, to wade into a wider range of topics without getting in too much trouble. Richard Ray

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