Barack Obama has a history of presidential firsts.
He was the first black president elected in America. And now, according to The Huffington Post, he’s the first sitting president to declare support for same-sex marriage.
"I've always been adamant that gay and lesbian Americans should be treated fairly and equally," the post quotes Obama as saying.
How much of a political impact Obama’s action will have remains to be seen. Huffington Post reports that issue lies largely in the hands of states and the courts.
What do you think about same-sex marriage? Let us know in the comments section.
“We understand that everything Mr. Obama is doing at this point, including his speeches, appearances and endorsements are a part of a calculated and timed strategy to enhance his re-election campaign. “We think the issues of rising gas prices, a sluggish housing system and down-economy are all issues affecting Americans deeply and are being distracted with a strategic endorsement. Furthermore, we feel the issue is a state-by-state issue, rather than contributing further to growing federal government control.”
It doesn't take a genius to figure it out, nor the Republican Party to point it out. This announcement about a personal opinion Obama holds which he has little to no control makes the headlines crowding out the real issues. The media, especially young media like the this, although the Patch is more local issue news, should be more discussing actual issues, like this: CNBC Rick Santelli Warns Young People http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eagfA4WOOSs