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Showing posts with label Obama. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Obama. Show all posts
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
After Sunday night’s Celebrity Apprentice finale, I guess Trump realized he has nothing else to do, so he called into “Fox & Friends”. He expressed his disappointment with the current Republican nominees, saying that none of them can beat President Obama.
When asked why he made the decision not to run after weeks of pretending like he was going to, Trump said there were just too many sacrifices. Namely, not being able to say “you’re fired” without it having to go through Congress first.
“It was just a decision that I made, but who knows, stranger things have happened.”
I think the fact that even he acknowledges this whole thing as strange should get him denied as it is. Co-host Brian Kilmead clarified, “So you’re [saying]…you would not rule out a late entry if nothing pans out for the [Republicans]?”
“I would not rule it out, no, I would not rule it out.”
This is good news. Because it means we can expect more jokes at his expense. I wouldn’t even be disappointed if Obama gave up his career as President to mock Donald Trump full-time.
After Sunday night’s Celebrity Apprentice finale, I guess Trump realized he has nothing else to do, so he called into “Fox & Friends”. He expressed his disappointment with the current Republican nominees, saying that none of them can beat President Obama.
When asked why he made the decision not to run after weeks of pretending like he was going to, Trump said there were just too many sacrifices. Namely, not being able to say “you’re fired” without it having to go through Congress first.
“It was just a decision that I made, but who knows, stranger things have happened.”
I think the fact that even he acknowledges this whole thing as strange should get him denied as it is. Co-host Brian Kilmead clarified, “So you’re [saying]…you would not rule out a late entry if nothing pans out for the [Republicans]?”
“I would not rule it out, no, I would not rule it out.”
This is good news. Because it means we can expect more jokes at his expense. I wouldn’t even be disappointed if Obama gave up his career as President to mock Donald Trump full-time.
The Obamas were first greeted by Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip before heading inside Buckingham Palace to hang with the Duke and Duchess.
Inside, America’s royal couple chatted with the UK’s royal couple about Will and Kate’s upcoming visit to California in July. Michelle and Katherine were overheard talking about the royal wedding and fashion. Love it!
In a rare honor, the President and First Lady were then given a 41-gun salute by Scots Guards in red jackets, who also played the Star-Spangled Banner.
Oddly enough, William and Kate were not included in the lunch and are not set to take seats at the grand State Banquet on Tuesday night. The Queen is really pushing this whole ‘you’re a duchess, not a Princess thing’.
About 200 royals and other dignitaries, including the Obamas are expected for dinner. The Pres and First Lady will spend two days at Buckingham Palace before heading out to other parts of Europe.
The Obamas were first greeted by Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip before heading inside Buckingham Palace to hang with the Duke and Duchess.
Inside, America’s royal couple chatted with the UK’s royal couple about Will and Kate’s upcoming visit to California in July. Michelle and Katherine were overheard talking about the royal wedding and fashion. Love it!
In a rare honor, the President and First Lady were then given a 41-gun salute by Scots Guards in red jackets, who also played the Star-Spangled Banner.
Oddly enough, William and Kate were not included in the lunch and are not set to take seats at the grand State Banquet on Tuesday night. The Queen is really pushing this whole ‘you’re a duchess, not a Princess thing’.
About 200 royals and other dignitaries, including the Obamas are expected for dinner. The Pres and First Lady will spend two days at Buckingham Palace before heading out to other parts of Europe.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Obama said in a statement he commended the people of Nigeria "for their resolve and patience during last month's historic presidential, legislative and gubernatorial elections."
Jonathan, a southern Christian, defeated ex-military ruler Muhammadu Buhari, a Muslim from the north, in the April 16 vote that led to an explosion of rioting in Nigeria.
Obama said that "the success of the elections was a testament to Nigerian voters who waited in long lines, stayed to watch their votes counted and were determined that these elections mark a new chapter in Nigerian history."
The US leader said Nigerian authorities should "investigate and address any allegations of fraud or irregularities."
Obama's comments echoed those of a US diplomat last week who said Nigeria's elections bode well for the future of democracy in that country and send a strong signal that other African states can hold successful polls.
"While the majority of Nigerians cast their ballots free from intimidation and coercion, the post-election violence that followed the presidential election on April 16 was deplorable," Obama stated.
"Violence has no place in a democratic society, and it is the responsibility of all Nigerians to reject it. Democracy, however, neither begins nor ends with elections. Now is the time for Nigeria's leaders and its people to come together and build the future that they deserve -- a multi-party democracy that addresses the aspirations of all Nigerians.
"As Africa's most populous country, Nigeria can show what is possible when people of different parties, ethnicities and faith backgrounds come together to seek peace, provide for their families, and give their children a better future. Today, Nigerians have an historic opportunity to move forward together and make their nation into a model for Africa."
AFP
Obama said in a statement he commended the people of Nigeria "for their resolve and patience during last month's historic presidential, legislative and gubernatorial elections."
Jonathan, a southern Christian, defeated ex-military ruler Muhammadu Buhari, a Muslim from the north, in the April 16 vote that led to an explosion of rioting in Nigeria.
Obama said that "the success of the elections was a testament to Nigerian voters who waited in long lines, stayed to watch their votes counted and were determined that these elections mark a new chapter in Nigerian history."
The US leader said Nigerian authorities should "investigate and address any allegations of fraud or irregularities."
Obama's comments echoed those of a US diplomat last week who said Nigeria's elections bode well for the future of democracy in that country and send a strong signal that other African states can hold successful polls.
"While the majority of Nigerians cast their ballots free from intimidation and coercion, the post-election violence that followed the presidential election on April 16 was deplorable," Obama stated.
"Violence has no place in a democratic society, and it is the responsibility of all Nigerians to reject it. Democracy, however, neither begins nor ends with elections. Now is the time for Nigeria's leaders and its people to come together and build the future that they deserve -- a multi-party democracy that addresses the aspirations of all Nigerians.
"As Africa's most populous country, Nigeria can show what is possible when people of different parties, ethnicities and faith backgrounds come together to seek peace, provide for their families, and give their children a better future. Today, Nigerians have an historic opportunity to move forward together and make their nation into a model for Africa."
AFP
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