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Gibbs: Opponents of Obama starting 'Animal House food fight'

By Eric Zimmermann - 09/07/09 01:09 PM ET

White House press secretary Robert Gibbs blasted the president's critics today for questioning the propriety of Obama's speech to schoolchildren.

"It's a sad state of affairs that many in this country politically would rather start an 'Animal House' food fight rather than inspire kids to stay in school, to work hard, to engage parents to stay involved and to ensure that the millions of teachers that are making great sacrifices continue to be the best in the world," Gibbs told reporters on Monday.

Some conservatives have questioned whether it's appropriate for Obama to give a speech to students. The White House would point out that several past presidents — including Republicans — have given similar addresses.

Click here to see an advance copy of Obama's planned remarks.

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This would never have happened if people did not dislike the president so much. There are many reasons for that, and Glibbs needs to take responsibility for some of that dislike he has helped create, because of his sour attitude, along with the inexperienced, off-timing and condescending reputation those around the president have helped create.Glibbs response to this should be kind and understanding toward the voters, not hostile. Consider them ALL sincere. This constant demeaning attitude shows his own lack of understanding regarding his position and his complete lack of confidence in himself and the president. Every time he insults voters, whatever side they are on, the polls go down. Instead of being nasty he needs to, himself, try to become a likeable person. So does Obama. This is what a person with an honest agenda and good communication skills must do in the face of such opposition.Without an honest agenda, however, these mistakes are often made in communications.BY tropicgirl on 09/07/2009 at 14:26
It's not a matter of "liking" it's a matter of "trusting." I voted for him, regret it. The bottom line, "We - most of the American People" now, do not trust him.BY LindsyS on 09/07/2009 at 14:29
I want to be Bluto then!YAY! FOOD FIIIIIGHT!!!!Wa it. whut? Did the President just compare himself to the rich fraternity? The ones no one likes. Because they act all pretentious and know it all? Oh, and they were total bullies too, beating people up. Is that REALLY the image Gibbs wants to give?Wow, O. Your message machine needs more than a tinker. It's need a complete overhaul.BY Jeff Barea on 09/07/2009 at 14:34
Gibbs is not helping the President by talking down to anyone who disagrees.BY Ron T on 09/07/2009 at 14:35
So now we're not just mobs or unAmerican, we're depraved Animal House actors in this circus show? I don't think so. Getting a little tired of the WH and Dems calling us names to detract from the issues.BY K. Wright on 09/07/2009 at 14:36
Wouldn`t we all love to see the first speech, written before the complaints, and the final version?BY Sandra J. on 09/07/2009 at 14:36
3rd world here we come.BY Mark on 09/07/2009 at 14:37
Maybe it would be more appropriate for Obama to give an inspiring talk to the kids like stay in school, study hard, never give up, and America was built on individual achievement, greatness and liberty rather than a political one aimed at the magnificence of the most benevolent annointed granduer of 'The One' and his need for you to be a compliant part of the greater collective worshiping his partnership with God and paying your taxes or we'll 'Waco" you. All except Charlie Rangel of course!BY Al J on 09/07/2009 at 14:38
Two things come to mind: 1-when George Bush was president the man couldn't walk out of the White House without someone on the left screaming about it. Did these brilliant minds (cough cough) in the Obama administration really think that people were just going to just accept everything he does? 2-Why is it that this White House has to diminish, and demean everyone who doesn't agree with them? They act like they are running for high school class president. Face it: you people have no idea who you voted for.BY Spoc158 on 09/07/2009 at 14:40
This is a White House and ruling Democratic Party that takes pleasure in demeaning and insulting any American that disagrees with them. 2010 will see if this "Let them eat cake" attitude will win the majority of local elections for this aloof ruling class. Incidentally, would it be fair to say that David Axlerod is really the defacto president; the one who really sets public policy in the White House?BY PhilPhat on 09/07/2009 at 14:43

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