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Not at all.
National security, and the security at and around diplomatic missions, is a principle concern of the executive, especially in a system like America's where the executive is both head of state and head of government. We don't know the details of classified security meetings, for obvious reasons. We do know though that he only attended those meetings about a third of the time they were held.
The question then is why he didn't do more, especially around 9/11. An argument of "I did my best" or "it couldn't have been stopped" is more convincing when there isn't doubt about whether a reasonable effort was made in the first place. A major attack, combined with what appears to be a casual approach, looks like negligence to many.
National security, and the security at and around diplomatic missions, is a principle concern of the executive, especially in a system like America's where the executive is both head of state and head of government. We don't know the details of classified security meetings, for obvious reasons. We do know though that he only attended those meetings about a third of the time they were held.
The question then is why he didn't do more, especially around 9/11. An argument of "I did my best" or "it couldn't have been stopped" is more convincing when there isn't doubt about whether a reasonable effort was made in the first place. A major attack, combined with what appears to be a casual approach, looks like negligence to many.
Something bad happened, quick blame Obama. This is just lazy politics Feud.
Is there any evidence that shows the recent violence could have been prevented had Obama attended more PDB' s? Say the kind of evidence suggesting Bush could have done more to prevent 9/11?
It's an election year though so I suppose this type of finger pointing is inevitable.
Is there any evidence that shows the recent violence could have been prevented had Obama attended more PDB' s? Say the kind of evidence suggesting Bush could have done more to prevent 9/11?
It's an election year though so I suppose this type of finger pointing is inevitable.
Is his attendance rating lower than that of his predecessors? Besides making the protection of your embassies depended on the attendance and competence of one man isn't probably a good idea. Especially not an elected individual who has no proven competences whatsoever. Don't you have experts to deal with these things?
Also has anyone actually seen the movie they keep talking about? I had never even heard of said movie so it's a bit confusing.
Also has anyone actually seen the movie they keep talking about? I had never even heard of said movie so it's a bit confusing.
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zjoere wrote:Is his attendance rating lower than that of his predecessors? Besides making the protection of your embassies depended on the attendance and competence of one man isn't probably a good idea. Especially not an elected individual who has no proven competences whatsoever. Don't you have experts to deal with these things?
Also has anyone actually seen the movie they keep talking about? I had never even heard of said movie so it's a bit confusing.
Bush is reported to have been very keen on attending briefings, while Obama prefers reading the reports rather than attendiing in person.
Bush's attendance at these briefings didn't prevent planes being crashed into the twin towers so how Obama missing these meetings can somehow be a factor in overseas violence aimed at the US is beyond me.
ynbniar wrote:Something bad happened, quick blame Obama. This is just lazy politics Feud.
Even if that were what I did, he is the President. The buck stops with him, and it's not lazy politics to hold him ultimately responsible for national security issues.
But, that's not what I did. I did not say it was his fault, that he could have avoided it, or that he has failed in his duty since it's occurrence.
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W-where am I? This, uh, this is the random thread, right?
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I have seen the 14 minute 'trailer' of the film. It's ridicoulously low on quality film-wise; it's content is a whole 'nother ballgame. I can definitly see why there are protests and angry mobs, especially considering other less 'complete' offenses (i.e. cartoon drawing).
I think Feud has a point, though he may be tainted by his close ties to the political system, which is affecting the 'tone' of his responses. (?)
An American offical representing good will to a country the U.S. helped (removing Ghadaffi), was murdered at the Embassy of the U.S. by what appear to be, by all accounts, a coordinated attack. While I agree Obama is utlimately responsible, the Ambassador is directly responsible for determining appropriate security. Perhaps he overestimated the freindlyness of the native population. (many reports of Lybians helping him/his staff have surfaced) Regardless, it's understandable that many in the U.S. are unhappy with the whole situation. I don't think it makes a large difference it's an election year because we have been so divided politcally for so long we will take any opportunity to jab 'the other guy'.
There are conflicting reports as to the reason for this attack: 1. Drone strike that killed a Lybian. 2. Anti-muslim film. The protests in general are definitely related to the latter.
The film is a giant turd that is not supported by the U.S. goverment, except in it's right to be produced. However, the violent protests are also giant turds, with no real justification and those responsible for the murders should be held accountable.
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I have seen the 14 minute 'trailer' of the film. It's ridicoulously low on quality film-wise; it's content is a whole 'nother ballgame. I can definitly see why there are protests and angry mobs, especially considering other less 'complete' offenses (i.e. cartoon drawing).
I think Feud has a point, though he may be tainted by his close ties to the political system, which is affecting the 'tone' of his responses. (?)
An American offical representing good will to a country the U.S. helped (removing Ghadaffi), was murdered at the Embassy of the U.S. by what appear to be, by all accounts, a coordinated attack. While I agree Obama is utlimately responsible, the Ambassador is directly responsible for determining appropriate security. Perhaps he overestimated the freindlyness of the native population. (many reports of Lybians helping him/his staff have surfaced) Regardless, it's understandable that many in the U.S. are unhappy with the whole situation. I don't think it makes a large difference it's an election year because we have been so divided politcally for so long we will take any opportunity to jab 'the other guy'.
There are conflicting reports as to the reason for this attack: 1. Drone strike that killed a Lybian. 2. Anti-muslim film. The protests in general are definitely related to the latter.
The film is a giant turd that is not supported by the U.S. goverment, except in it's right to be produced. However, the violent protests are also giant turds, with no real justification and those responsible for the murders should be held accountable.
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Take this as you will, but I believe that the majority of conflicts throughout today's modern world is down to one thing, that is religion.
That may have offended you, but it is simply my opinion. I wrote two separate posts for this, but they ended up rather long. All I would say is from my point of view, looking at the way things are I believe the world would be better off without religion and having everybody pull together as a PLANET, technological advancements would come around faster (Providing apple stop suing everyone for having curved edge phones) and as a race of humans, we could far surpass what we have currently achieved by combining the genius minds of the world.
That may have offended you, but it is simply my opinion. I wrote two separate posts for this, but they ended up rather long. All I would say is from my point of view, looking at the way things are I believe the world would be better off without religion and having everybody pull together as a PLANET, technological advancements would come around faster (Providing apple stop suing everyone for having curved edge phones) and as a race of humans, we could far surpass what we have currently achieved by combining the genius minds of the world.
Oh boy, I can't wait to use a national tragedy to further my political ambitions!
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Xarlaxas wrote:Oh boy, I can't wait to use a national tragedy to further my political ambitions!
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lol!Watch Romney's face after slamming Obama over killings in Libya
my vote would be for Obama!
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Let's dance in style
let's dance for a while
heaven can wait
we're only watching the skies
hoping for the best
but expecting the worst
are you gonna drop the bomb or not?
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Let's dance in style
let's dance for a while
heaven can wait
we're only watching the skies
hoping for the best
but expecting the worst
are you gonna drop the bomb or not?
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Ace Rimmer wrote:I thought that's what politicians these days were supposed to do? No?
Well, these days maybe, but it wouldn't have flown, and in fact, didn't, back in the days of Reagan and H.W. Bush: http://thinkprogress.org/security/2012/ ... -election/
Again, I have to wonder how far can a party have fallen for it to make me to pine for the halcyon days of Reagan. . . .
Also, Laika, wouldn't call it rational to do something that will make you seem like an asshole on 9/11, especially with a smirk on your face.
Xarlaxas wrote:Oh boy, I can't wait to use a national tragedy to further my political ambitions!
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That's silly.
Anyone who watched the debates knows that Romney habitually smiles when he finishes speaking on even the tough subjects. Questions about himself, others, issues, etc, when he finishes giving an answer he naturally smiles as a closing "thank you, I'm finished."
Watching the video of the remark, it's no different. He doesn't smirk walking away from the podium, he smiles as he says thank you to the press corp for listening to him, then turns from the podium to walk off stage.
Is it the best habit for a President to have? Maybe not. But pretending that it's the smirk of political exploitation ignores the hundreds of public appearances he's made in which, whether tough question or easy, he's done exactly the same thing.
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