Obama has now decided that the boycotting of the opening ceremonies will be enough. Good job Obama, Pelosi, She-Clinton. "I didn't make the witch burning, but I went to the after party. I'm pretty sure they got the point, I was not happy. The shrimp dip was DELICIOUS. I still wasn't happy."
Here is Obama's full statement:
"If the Chinese do not take steps to help stop the genocide in Darfur and to respect the dignity, security, and human rights of the Tibetan people, then the President should boycott the opening ceremonies. As I have communicated in public and to the President, it is past time for China to respect the human rights of the Tibetan people, to allow foreign journalists and diplomats access to the region, and to engage the Dalai Lama in meaningful talks about the future of Tibet. I am also deeply concerned about China's failure to support efforts to halt the genocide in Darfur. Regarding the Beijing Olympics this summer, a boycott of the opening ceremonies should be firmly on the table, but this decision should be made closer to the Games."
I too am deeply concerned about certain organization's (Rainbow coalition just to name one) failures in halting genocide in inner-city areas within the United States. Ah, let the good Rev. Wright speak to them, he knows all the answers.
I wonder if Obama will place the same restrictions on those responsible for the genocide created by African American, Hispanic, Korean, etc. street gangs? So maybe if he wins the Presidency, he will boycott the inauguration? That'll show those damn Americans whose boss.
OK...I'll stop.
