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Old 09-24-2014, 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by shcisamax View Post
I don't have any problem with the umbrella. I do, however, think the behavior in the original video was extremely disappointing. Not that it would matter but that video was taken while he is deploying the military into Syria. The coffee salute was dismissive and disrespectful. I would give more of a nod of appreciation to the pilot and flight attendant as I am leaving a plane.
I agree President Obama missed this opportunity to salute our fine military. The blowhards sure did not miss the chance though to use them as pawns in the upcoming elections. That's a lot worse IMHO.