Obama – Let’s Throw More Money at Education!

How delightful!  President Obama went to Graham Road Elementary School in Falls Church, Virginia to announce his desire to throw a lot more money at education.  (Gosh, how I wished money translated to achievement…)

The President and Secretary of Education Duncan spent about 20 minutes taking questions from the children.  (Since the press were not allowed – closed door transparency and all – we’ll have to believe it is true.)

Then, he stepped up to his big old podium, with his “I’m the President” sign and his teleprompter, to make a very short speech about throwing more money at education.  He really needed a podium and teleprompter for this?  In fact, why did he need to disrupt a school day to make this speech?  Can we say PROPS?  He made the school and the children props.

Since Mr. Obama has not had a public school education, but went to Punahou School on scholarship, he probably doesn’t realize what the differences are between private and public school, nor does he realize that money is not the answer.

By the way, Mr President, did you forget to donate to Punahou again this year?  You know, donations for the scholarship program that launched you to where you are today.  Once again, your name is missing from the donor rolls.  Giving away your own money is a tough one for you – other peoples’, not so much!

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