On Golf Course, President Obama Pauses for Moment of Silent Prayer

The president is working the morning of a holiday in order to honor our slain veterans, and then goes on to have “four hours” of golf and you insinuate that he is disrespectful of the military because he interrupts that to have his time for silent prayer. That’s a low blow.

He played GOLF. What a jerk. He is supposed to lead this day of symbolism and remembrance. My father served, was wounded twice so this ass can parade around today. Get him OUT

Hey, you Republicon koolaid drinkers. Your hypocrisy is showing. You had the stupidest president ever in President Bush who never served in war and did everything he could to get out of it and then used the lives of our US soldiers as a first resort rather than letting inspectors do the job of ensuring Saddam had no WMD. Well, his besmirching of the US as he gave warnings to terrorists and then told the press corps “now watch my drive” is the epitome of lack of respect for the office he held.
SHut up while the real president fixes the mistakes and tragedies of the fake president.

Tony said: “If he doesn’t honor Jesus, then just who was he praying to?”
Can you *really* not see what an ignorant and offensive statement that is? Really?
With all the legitimate criticism that could be leveled against this administration, hide-bound conservatives choose to criticize Obama for playing golf (after Bush set a record for vacation days enjoyed by a sitting president), Pelosi for getting botox treatments, etc. Then you wonder why even members of your own party think you’re out of touch.

Obalma may not be the worst president in US history, but he is working on it — at least to the extent he is not adopting the Bush policies in Iraq, GITMO, and Afghanistan. Those on the left continue to quench their thirst on the kool aid of good wishes and khumbiya, while the real world detonates a nuke. To help us in a recession the Pres. loads up every American with tens of thousands in future taxes with an omnibus spending bill erroneously called a stimulus bill. At least we know the Democrats don’t even read what they vote on if didn’t come from George Bush. Hate as a core value of the left is alive and well.

Where’s Michael Moore? President Obama, you are truly a classless person! This coward has no honor and he has no heart!

Memorial Day is celebrated in many countries for their fallen soldiers. In Russia, in France ,in England , in Germany, in China , in Japan.in the US In WWII millions of Russians, Chinese and Germans were killled and their countries experienced real ground war in their cities and towns . Excluding 9/11 and Pearl Harbor when exactly did our soldiers fight to defend our country against invading armies with tanks, planes missiles etc. Just a question.

Is this where I cry hysterically and blame Obama for playing golf on Memorial Day?
Oh wait, while he attended ceremonies and praised the troops, I like 99% of America just took the day off.
I guess he should be out cutting brush at his ranch like the last fellow, am i right?

Not really a big deal but I wouldn’t be out on the golf course with all the problems Obama has. Maybe it’s just me.

If he were the real deal, he and his “lovely” wife would be out visiting vets, some military base or some other symbolic event as a family. I notice she didn’t bother showing for this one. Because they are NOT for real. They are a nice mirage created by the media. He can’t even pretend that he cares.

Well, let’s see…golf on Memorial Day; nuclear tests in North Korea…Ahmahjinostinkinbad says to hell with everyone regarding nuclear development. But Obama’s response, for 4+ months now is “I’m very upset”; “I am concerned”; “We have to do this….”; “We have to do that”; “It is essential that we….”; (all the while printing “money” to pay the “bills”). Exactly what does he plan to do, if anything, and when does he plan to do it, if ever?

President Obama hosted a breakfast this morning for families who have lost a loved one. He then laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown and delivered a speech pledging not to send troops unless absolutely necessary.
He has the most complex issues any President has faced in my lifetime. Golf can be a time to reflect, think, be away from the constant advice I am sure he gets. I used to use the time on the golf course to clear my head, think, refocus. Why do so many of you assume he was partying? Do all of you party when you golf? I can’t remember another President asking the country to remember the fallen with a moment of silence, a prayer or ringing a bell. Now some criticize Michelle for not attending. Do any of you remember they have two young daughters? This was their holiday as it was for your children. Michelle Obama has met with countless military families and advocated strongly for their support. I would rather have actions than a ceremonial appearance only by the First Lady. This is a young family with their Dad having the most pressure filled job imaginable. Give them a break. Let them try to be as normal as possible. What would you have had Obama do today? Set off a bomb in Korea? Bomb Iran? The last I heard the Pentagon still didn’t know what or if the N. Korea test was real or to what degree it could be claimed a success. I read it would take a couple of days. He spoke with the President of South Korea and Japan. The UN unanimously voted condemnation. What could he have done that would have made a difference. I personally would rather have a President who seeks balance and clarity when making decisions.

What a goof-ball Oh! I meant golf ball.

Yesterday I said a prayer on the golf course myself, but it went unanswered as my Titleist sailed into the lagoon on number eight. Today I said another prayer, that Cheney and all who enabled him for 8 years while supporting a policy of torture that demeans America, find their special place in Hell.

that Cheney and all who enabled him for 8 years while supporting a policy of torture that demeans America, find their special place in Hell:
Steve from Danville
they’ve already found that special place, it’s called the republican party

always so sad to see confirmation that Bush was a fanatical evangelical and went to war with Iraq for religious and business reasons..
yes, your republican/conservative/neo-con party…….
This is supposedly confirmed in Chirac’s book.
In 2003 while lobbying leaders to put together the Coalition of the Willing, President Bush spoke to France’s President Jacques Chirac. Bush wove a story about how the Biblical creatures Gog and Magog were at work in the Middle East and how they must be defeated.
In Genesis and Ezekiel Gog and Magog are forces of the Apocalypse who are prophesied to come out of the north and destroy Israel unless stopped. The Book of Revelation took up the Old Testament prophesy:
“And when the thousand years are expired, Satan shall be loosed out of his prison, And shall go out to deceive the nations which are in the four quarters of the earth, Gog and Magog, to gather them together to battle and fire came down from God out of heaven, and devoured them.”
Bush believed the time had now come for that battle, telling Chirac:
” This confrontation is willed by God, who wants to use this conflict to erase his people’s enemies before a New Age begins”.

Obama is soooooooo disrespectful to the military and their families. I wonder if it is because he never served his country.

Of all people – to ask someone else to be silent.

moderate..
it’s inconsistent, no one knows for sure.. it’s entirely up to the peeps that are on duty at the time.. just keep posting and a moderate mod will come along soon enough..
.. or .. they just don’t like you ..

Obama is a great president but all presidents should have served in the military so they can understand what it means to fight for there country. I am never voting for a non military president again!

I was at ft belvoir when obama arrived. the secret service kicked every one (veterans/retirees/active duty) off the course, made everone stand out in the rain for 30 min while he hit on the range and no one could leave or go inside. what a way to “respect” the military on Memorial day. a disgusting display to say the least!

I am not a big fan of the President, however he gave a beautiful speech at Arlington. Can’t the guy enjoy a Sunday afternoon off?

Try the truth… Im a veteran and a golfer…I was there. I would never make something like that up I was looking for a story to see if anyone was reporting on what was really going on that Monday. I dont seek out blogs just to trash the prez. Try finding a negative story in any DC local paper about him. They are too busy kissing his butt to take an objective look at anything he does. You people need to wake up.

We certainly need to always remember those who have given their lives to this nation in the military.

Sheesh…cut the guy some slack.

Yeah I am confused. I’m not quite sure what to think about this exactly.

I remember watching this, and it was an excellent news coverage. A silent prayer is always good for those in need of it. :-/