Change Like Lincoln? Separate Countries in Our Future?

I've been watching how Bark Orama is trying to reincarnate into Abraham Lincoln. All of a sudden, it is Lincoln this and Lincoln that with Bark Orama showing how much he is like Lincoln.

Didn't Lincoln divide the country first? Remember, the South said, "I don't think so" and started their own country for a time. Remember when the Civil War started, Mr. Lincoln Wanna Be?

So, is that his plan? First to divide, then conquer? Only who will be "the rebels" this time?

Or will he give a speech saying, "United we stand, divided we fall"?

Just wondering.

Time to Think of America's Backbone- Small Business

Bark Orama seems to have brought change already. Why, just look at his old campaign speeches and those of now. What happened to small business?

Obama's Latest Speech Continues to Ignore Small Businesses

/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In his latest speech on the economy, President-elect Barack Obama has once again failed to make even a single mention of America's small businesses, which create nearly 80 percent of net new jobs, and employ 50.4 percent of private sector workers....
http://potluckpolitics.blogspot.com/2009/01/obamas-latest-speech-continues-to.html

Muslim or What? Why the Focus?

I found this article interesting as a Muslim magazine is focusing on Bark Orama. So, the big question is, why? Doesn't he keep saying he's not a Muslim? Guess they think there is more to the story than his public professions of faith. So what do they know about the proverbial skeleton in the closet?

New Muslim Publication On Obama

/PRNewswire/ -- elan: The Guide To Global Muslim Culture announced today the publication of its special edition to coincide with the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States of America. elan's cover story, Muslim World Embraces Obama, explores the hopes and aspirations of Muslims regarding America's new President.

Published by Wahid Media Ventures in New York, elan is distributed throughout the U.S., Pakistan, Indonesia, Canada, Qatar, United Kingdom and the U.A.E., while an online version is available at www.elanthemag.com.

elan is an unprecedented lifestyle publication dedicated to both providing a platform for young Muslim professionals around the world to engage in dialogue, as well as delivering cutting edge content covering everything from economic development to politics to pop culture.

In this Inauguration Edition, elan presents a variety of commentaries about the impact of Obama on the Muslim world, as well as two exclusive features written by Ilyasah Shabazz, a daughter of Malcolm X, and by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Muhammad, a civil rights leader.

"The release of elan's Inauguration Edition at a time when the crisis in the Middle East remains unsettled, provides elan with the timely opportunity to offer an independent all-inclusive forum for Muslims to express the diversity of their views on a plethora of everyday concerns," stated Nida Khan, editor-in-chief.

"Young Muslims today are eager to make their voices heard and to promote a better understanding of Muslim contributions to contemporary culture," affirmed Moniza Khokhar, publisher of elan.

A Rock to Hold To

Just when----

Now there's a new way to "hold on to hope." Yep, you can now purchase a rock with Bark Orama's face on it. Hold it in your hand. Feel the power. Tap into the feelings.

Unbelievable. Perhaps we should remind ourselves of long term issues of worshipping false gods.

Limited Edition Souvenir 'Barock(TM)' Featuring an Iconic Image of Barack Obama to Go on Sale to Help Support Historic Inauguration

/PRNewswire/ -- http://www.mybarocks.com/ is proud to offer people a unique way to commemorate and support the historic inauguration of Barack Obama through its one of a kind "Barock(TM)" souvenir.

Measuring only 3" in diameter, each Barock(TM) is a real rock featuring the iconic image of Barack Obama that fits perfectly in the palm of the hand. The Barock(TM) is designed to allow the holder to literally "hold onto hope" and tap into the positive feelings of hope and optimism that millions associate with Barack Obama's inauguration.

"The idea for the Barock(TM) came from the pride and joy I felt on November 4th, 2008 when Barack Obama became the first ever African American president-elect of the United States," says Ed Harris, President of MyBarocks.com. "I thought, how might we create a one of a kind tribute to Barack Obama that helps people carry the spirit and message of hope going forward?"

The answer is the Barock(TM). Only 25,000 Barocks(TM) will be produced in honor of the inauguration. Ed Harris continues, "For every Barock sold, we'll donate $1 to Obama for America to help support the inauguration."

You Couldn't Pay Me Enough for THAT Job!

I was just cruising around the site News Busters when I saw a story from December that caught my attention. Apparently, CNN had primed children to think that Michelle should be paid for being First Lady.

Excuse me?

Get paid for what? Being married to Bark Orama (my new nickname for him). You just couldn't pay me enough for that job.

Here's the link in case you are interested in learning more.