Wow. What a difference a week makes.!!
Last week… it was the old “You are either with us, or against us.” Which, of course, was a little weird for us Canadians (we’re with ya on Afghanistan but not Iraq so…?) and pretty F’n clear to a great many others: you are the enemy. Now, Obama has hit a button that maybe was hiding behind the big scary red one?… the reset button! (who knew?!)
He issues orders to close Guantanamo prison, ban torture, suspend and review all secret detention policies and individual prosecution cases. He appoints George Mitchell as special envoy to the Middle East. He gives his first interview to Arabic news and Bam! Reset. Clean slate. Let’s go.
“The Americans are not your enemy.”
So now the listening begins. God speed Mr. Mitchell.
And… that Citibank private new 12 seater jet will be cancelled.
How many ordinary working folks get free meals at fancy restaurants, free hotels, a car to use, and paid airfare.?
Keep a tight reign on this luxury spending.
He must be very healthy to keep up such lengthy days of activities,meeting so many people.
His loving partner and children sustain him.