The White House just released the official First Family portrait which include President Barack Obama, his wife Michelle Obama (who knows how to hula hoop like a pro) and his two beautiful daughters, 8 year-old Sasha and 11 year-old Malia. The First Daughter best friend, a Portuguese Waterdog by the name of Bo Obama, has been left out of the family portrait.

“Bo didn’t make the cut,” the first lady’s spokeswoman tells us with a laugh. “He was upstairs at home.”

The photo was taken by famed photographer Annie Leibovitz, who is best known for taking nude pictures of Demi Moore, while she was pregnant, John Lennon and most recently topless photos of the 15 year-old Miley Cyrus covered by a white sheet.

POLL: Did Obama Deserve Nobel Peace Prize

That is the question of the day, the year, and perhaps the decade!  There is a heated debate about what exactly Barack Obama has accomplished to earn the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize today, the pros and cons of this award and how it will affect the future of his Presidency.

“Let me be clear: I do not view it as a recognition of my own accomplishments, but rather as an affirmation of American leadership on behalf of aspirations held by people in all nations. To be honest, I do not feel that I deserve to be in the company of so many of the transformative figures who’ve been honored by this prize.” — Barack Obama.

Here are some reactions to President Barack Obama’s 2009 Nobel Peace Prize win:

“And (the) Nobel Committee, I can’t divine all their intentions, but I think part of their decision-making was expectations. And I’m sure the president understands that he now has even more to live up to.” — Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz.

“It is a bold statement of international support for his vision and commitment to peace and harmony in international relations. It shows the hope his administration represents not only to our nation but to people around the world.” — Former President Jimmy Carter.

“I think it’s extremely well deserved. … I think it will take some time before people put together all the different moves that linked his speech at the U.N. on the abolishing of nuclear weapons, his shift on the missile defense program in Eastern Europe and the movement of Russia to joining the international consensus that confronted Iran to abide by the nonproliferation treaty.” — Former Vice President Al Gore.

“Freedom can not be delivered from the front seat of someone else’s Humvee. You have to end our involvement in Afghanistan now. If you don’t, you’ll have no choice but to return the prize to Oslo.” - Michael Moore.

“The real question Americans are asking is, ‘What has President Obama actually accomplished?’ It is unfortunate that the president’s star power has outshined tireless advocates who have made real achievements working towards peace and human rights.” — Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele.

“I’m not sure what the international community loved best; his waffling on Afghanistan, pulling defense missiles out of Eastern Europe, turning his back on freedom fighters in Honduras, coddling Castro, siding with Palestinians against Israel, or almost getting tough on Iran. The world may love it, but following in the footsteps of Jimmy Carter is not where America needs to go.” — Rep. Gresham Barrett, R-S.C.

“Giving this award to the leader of the most militarized country in the world, which has taken the human family against its will to war, will be rightly seen by many people around the world as a reward for his country’s aggression and domination.” — Mairead Maguire, a 1976 Nobel Peace Prize recipient.

“But Barack Obama’s presidency is 17 days younger than my daughter, and she just figured out how to put Cheerios into her mouth. The Norwegian Nobel Committee made a grave mistake by awarding him a Nobel Peace Prize.” - Jesse Barney.

“There is a slight whiff of condescension attending the announcement that Barack Obama has won the Nobel Peace Prize. There is the sense that he has won simply by not being George W. Bush. Effete Europe is congratulating rowdy America for cleaning up its act and not bringing guns to the dinner table…But let’s face it: this prize is premature to the point of ridiculousness” - Times columnist Joe Klein.

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POLL: Did Obama Deserve Nobel Peace Prize

President of the United States of America Barack Obama was announced as the winner of the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday (October 9). Obama was chosen for his vision of a better world without nuclear weapons that has “stimulated disarmament and arms control negotiations” and “for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and co-operation between people.”

We were completely surprised by this announcement. I actually thought that winning a Nobel Peace Prize meant you had done something, accomplished something to make the world a better place. Ideas are not enough. Good intentions are not enough. We need more than that and until now, I’m sorry, but Obama has done absolutely nothing!!

UPDATE: Bumpshack’s insider reveals Bob Gibbs woke up Obama with the news and the President was just as surprised as we were and thought he was joking.

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President Barack Obama was harshly criticized on a hilarious skit for Saturday Night Live this weekend (October 3) –watch video below. The skit emphasizes Obama’s failed promises and ‘lack of action’, suggesting he has accomplished absolutely nothing in almost one year.

Comedian Fred Armisen, who plays Obama delivering an address from the Oval Office, says “There are those on the right who are angry. They think that I’m turning this great country into something that resembles the Soviet Union or Nazi Germany, but that’s just not the case. Because when you look at my record it’s very clear what I’ve done so far and that is nothing. Nada. Almost one year and nothing to show for it.”

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The White House posted a photo of the Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero’s family with Barack Obama and Michelle Obama on its Flickr account. The family photo included Zapatero’s wife, opera singer Sonsoles Espinosa, and their two daughters, the 16 year-old Laura and 13 year-old Alba.

The teenage girls had been protected until now since the media wasn’t allowed to publish their photos to protect their privacy. Now Laura and Alba have been exposed and they are going through a very difficult stage of their life: THE Goth stage! Zapatero is NOT happy! Bad Obama!!

Zapatero Daughters Photos

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New Jersey Elementary School young students were taught to sing songs in praise of President Barack Obama and a video was posted on YouTube (watch video below), which cause outrage amongst parents, who think the teacher’s political and religious beliefs should stay at home or at least do not enter the classroom.

“She praised him, she put pictures on the walls,” said Jim Pronchick, whose 8-year-old son, Jimmy, was in James’ class last year. “When he won (the election) they really went off.”

“Throughout the school, there were signs posted supporting Barack Obama quite a bit,” Leslie Gibson, who has two kids at the school, told FOXNews.com. “I understand it’s a historical event, but on the same token, I like politics to be left at home and I think she should follow that as well.”

The principal, Dr. Denise King, apparently defends the Obama song praise and continues to supports the teacher Elvira James. Actually King is known to hang photos of Obama in the school’s hallways, promote Obama themed activities and even the yearbook contained slogans like “Yes we can! Yes we did!”

Obama Song Video

Obama Song Lyrics Below go on reading »

President of the United States Of America, Barack Obama delivered his first speech to the UN General Assembly on Wednesday (September 23). You can read the full transcript below the fold.

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Barack Obama UN Speech FULL Transcript Below go on reading »

President Barack Obama visited The Late Show with David Letterman on Monday (September 21) and address Jimmy Carter’s allegations that racism was to blame for the recent criticism towards Obama (Jimmy Carter’s Racism Idiocy video).

Obama said, “I think it’s important to realize that I was actually black before the election.”

“One of the things that you sign up for in politics is that folks yell at you,” the president said, noting that “whenever a president tries to bring about significant changes, particularly during times of economic unease, there is a certain segment of the population that gets very riled up.”

Former President Carter was specifically referring to Joe Wilson’s outburst (watch video) during Obama’s health care speech when he made those accusations. The truth is that we are entitled to our political opinions and beliefs and we might not express them in an appropriate way but it does not mean we are racists!

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If you have to see it to believe it, here is the video of President Barack Obama calling Kanye West a jackass after the rapper interrupted Taylor Swift’s speech at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards - watch video here - on Sunday (September 13).

Who would have thought Obama had such a great sense of humor!?! It’s just not as amusing as the ‘Obama Kills Fly’ incident (watch video here).

Barack Obama Calls Kanye West a “Jackass” (Audio)
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Barack Obama Calls Kanye West a Jackass Video

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UPDATE: Obama Says Kanye West Is a Jackass VIDEO

President Barack Obama has weighed in on Kanye West hijacking the MTV Video Music Awards stage, and moment away from Taylor Swift on Sunday night, by appropriately calling West a “Jackass” according to Politico.

The off-the-record comment was not suppose to reach the light of day, but the viral kudzu that is Twitter caught wind of it when ABC News reporter Terry Moran tweeted the swipe but has since deleted the tweet.

Here is the text of Moran’s tweet about the President’s opinion on West:

“Pres. Obama just called Kanye West a “jackass” for his outburst at VMAs when Taylor Swift won. Now THAT’S presidential.”

Smart move by the President if you ask me. His approval has been down and he has been divisive in his policy making and plans. So what better than to finally say something that 95% of Americans agree with?

UPDATE: AUDIO of President Obama Calling Kanye a “Jackass”

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President Barack Obama defended his 10-year, $900 billion health care plan to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday (September 9) - watch full video. House Republican expressed their disagreement with disrespectful signs and waving health care bills in objection but South Carolina Rep. Joe Wilson went too far shouting “You Lie” during Obama’s speech.

Obama was explaining that his health care proposal would not cover illegal immigrants when Wilson shouted “You Lie”, which was followed by responses like “Shame on you!” and “Throw him out!” from the Democratic side while First Lady Michelle Obama seemed to mouth a drawn-out “damn” (watch video below).

Rep. Joe Wilson quickly issued the following apology: “This evening I let my emotions get the best of me when listening to the President’s remarks regarding the coverage of illegal immigrants in the health care bill. While I disagree with the President’s statement, my comments were inappropriate and regrettable. I extend sincere apologies to the President for this lack of civility.”

In conclusion, politicians just don’t know how to behave and we wonder what is wrong with the world. It’s a complete lack of respect. Are we in high school again!?! It’s a speech (to inform, the basic form of human communication!) not a debate!

When Obama told the chamber that the “death panel” lie was, in fact, a lie, a Republican member said loudly enough to be heard in the press gallery, “Read the bill”. And when Obama told the chamber that he had “no interest in putting insurance companies out of business,” a Republican member responded with a loud, “Ha!”

“Nineteen years, never, never have I seen anything like this,” said a furious Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) after the speech.

“I thought it was very inappropriate behavior, to hold up signs. None of us ever would have done that,” said Rep. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.). “I don’t think in the Congress of the United States there ought to be catcalls, or people standing up and yelling comments or holding up signs.”

Rep. John Dingell (D-Mich.), the longest serving member in House history, said he was not impressed by the GOP antics. “Well, you’ve got to understand: They’re Republicans. They’re just doing what comes natural,” he told HuffPost.

Joe Wilson “You Lie” Video

UPDATE: This type of incident is not without precedent. Former President George W. Bush was also booed by Democrats during his 2005 State of the Union address (watch video below).

According to Newsweek reporter Richard Wolffe in “Renegade: The Making of a President“, Barack Obama has also accused Bill Clinton of promoting “bald-faced lies” during the 2008 presidential campaign.

George Bush Booed At 2005 State Of The Union Video

Obama Health Care Speech FULL Transcript
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Barack Obama Back-To-School Speech (FULL Transcript + VIDEO)

UPDATE: Joe Wilson Shouts “You Lie” At Prez Obama (Video)

President Barack Obama delivered an almost hour-long speech about his plans for a reformed health care system to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday (September 9). Read FULL transcript here>>

Barack Obama Back-To-School Speech (FULL Transcript + VIDEO)

Below is the full text (transcript) of President Barack Obama’s ‘Health Care’ speech to joint session of Congress on September 9th, 2009:

“Madame Speaker, Vice President Biden, Members of Congress, and the American people:

When I spoke here last winter, this nation was facing the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. We were losing an average of 700,000 jobs per month. Credit was frozen. And our financial system was on the verge of collapse.

As any American who is still looking for work or a way to pay their bills will tell you, we are by no means out of the woods. A full and vibrant recovery is many months away. And I will not let up until those Americans who seek jobs can find them; until those businesses that seek capital and credit can thrive; until all responsible homeowners can stay in their homes. That is our ultimate goal. But thanks to the bold and decisive action we have taken since January, I can stand here with confidence and say that we have pulled this economy back from the brink.

I want to thank the members of this body for your efforts and your support in these last several months, and especially those who have taken the difficult votes that have put us on a path to recovery. I also want to thank the American people for their patience and resolve during this trying time for our nation.

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President Barack Obama delivered an inspirational 16-minute long back-to-school speech, urging kids to not spend their entire time in front of the TV or Xbox and to make an effort to finish their education, at the Wakefield High School in Arlington, VA on Tuesday (September 8).

Barack Obama Controversial Speech To Kids Complete Transcript>>

UPDATE: Obama School Speech Video

President Barack Obama has decided to address the students who are getting ready for another tough year at school on their first day back after summer vacations on Tuesday (September 8).

Despite the speech being described as non-political and as a simple inspirational message for the youngsters to finish their education, Obama’s decision stirred controversy.

Dan Pfeiffer, White House deputy communications director, said: “As people can see from the text, this is a completely non-political speech that is in line with the tradition of presidents of both parties speaking directly to students about the importance of taking responsibility for their education.”

Former Presidents like Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton and George H.W. Bush also prepared speeches with a similar message during fall visits to schools. You can read the complete transcript of Obama’s “controversial” speech to kids that will be delivered at Wakefield High School in Arlington, VA, below.

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It seems like not only President Barack Obama’s health policies are controversial but the new health care logo is also raising a heated debate. The creepy new logo resembles the Reichsadler, the symbol of the German National Socialist (NSDAP/Nazi).

I guess now those Obama Joker Poster (photos here) make some sense. Why so Socialist!?!

Obama Healthcare Logo Photos

Barack Obama, the 44th and first African-American President of the United States of America, celebrates today (Tuesday, August 4, 2009) his 48th birthday. Happy Birthday, Mr. President!

Barack Obama was born (August 4, 1961) in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, to Stanley Ann Dunham, an American of mainly English descent from Wichita, Kansas, and Barack Obama, Sr., a Luo from Nyanza Province, Kenya. Barack married Michelle Robinson (Michelle Obama) on October 3, 1992, and the two have two daughters, Malia Ann (11) and Natasha “Sasha” (8).

The famous wax museum Madame Tussauds in New York celebrates this special day with a party held in the Oval Office with Oprah Winfrey and former President Bill Clinton.

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Several posters of President Barack Obama as Joker, Heath Ledger-style, with the caption “Socialism” have been showing up in Los Angeles and most recently in Atlanta. No one knows who is responsible for this mysterious “political statement”.

Obama Joker Poster Pictures

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