School kids taught to praise Obama!!?
- Thursday, September 24, 2009, 21:33
- American History, Media, Modern Era, News & Notes, Politics, Teaching
- 5 comments
Can you imagine if this was done in honor of Bush or any other President? How about in the name of God or Jesus? The Press would be all over it and would condemn it. This is very disconcerting. I have to as WHY? Why are we teaching children to sing a song for Obama? Is he special?
I know, call me crazy.
Yes, this is harmless. But this is not an isolated incident, Our President is to be respected, but not worshiped or to have songs that have children pledge any kind of allegiance.
Here’s a radical take on it (I do not necessarily approve of it but if Obama’s promoters wish to go here, it is their call):
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Not an isolated incident:
http://washingtontimes.com/news/2008/oct/02/teachers-union-e-mail-touting-obama-draws-backlash/
PS: I’m not ready to “go there” either. I have a strong distaste for comparing ANYTHING like this to Nazism. That being said, it is VERY creepy to bring this kind of politician worship into the classroom.
No, you’re not crazy. It is cause for concern. Sort of reminds me of North Korea and the way children sing songs for Dear Leader.
Just for giggles…here from the Daily Show…
http://mediamatters.org/mmtv/200909290003
Corey – yeah, hilarious.