Flawed instincts

[bridge buff]

President Obama has proven once again that he is lacking in judgement. The kindergarten class that was turned away because they were late for an appointment with our president is an example of Obama's inability to react logically. Surely there were ways that these kids could have had a shortened visit that would have allowed them to complete their journey. I can't imagine a busload of excited kids being turned away. This was a huge event for them and I can just invision the planning and preparation that went into it. I'm beginning to think our president needs a prompter for every decision. Can't imagine who he has chosen for his advisors--needs help here too. I suspect I shouldn't be surprised after his appointments. J.P.Bill

[bairdi]

President Obama has proven once again that he is lacking in judgement. The kindergarten class that was turned away because they were late for an appointment with our president is an example of Obama's inability to react logically. Surely there were ways that these kids could have had a shortened visit that would have allowed them to complete their journey. I can't imagine a busload of excited kids being turned away. This was a huge event for them and I can just invision the planning and preparation that went into it. I'm beginning to think our president needs a prompter for every decision. Can't imagine who he has chosen for his advisors--needs help here too. I suspect I shouldn't be surprised after his appointments. J.P.Bill
What about the lack of freaking judgement from the clowns who planned the trip and who knew that they would not be admitted if they were late? I guess it's easier for conservatives to blame Obama than to demand from their own the type of personal responsibility they demand of others.

[Betty Blowtorch]

I suspect I shouldn't be surprised after his appointments.

J.P.Bill
Hey, is your name really J.P. Bill?

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[The Professor]

astonishing immaturity

[radioguy]

I saw the tv report on that... I think it's a shame that the kids didn't get to see the President, but it's not Obama's fault. Shit happens...


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[bairdi]

I saw the tv report on that... I think it's a shame that the kids didn't get to see the President, but it's not Obama's fault. Shit happens...


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Actually, the kid's were never scheduled to meet with Obama. I would be highly surprised if he even knew about the trip. Meanwhile, the Whitehouse is making efforts to reschedule the trip. But as you said, it does happen.

NO WHITE HOUSE WELCOME


Conway Elementary students miss a chance to tour the White House

Date published: 5/23/2009

BY JONAS BEALS

Time and traffic conspired to keep Stafford County school kids out of the White House Thursday.

In a situation most local commuters can relate to, kindergartners from Conway Elementary School were shut out of a scheduled White House tour when they showed up late.

Parent and chaperone Paty Stine said buses left Conway Elementary at 8:30 a.m. She said they were supposed to arrive at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. between 10 and 10:15 a.m.

"Unfortunately, we ran into heavier than normal traffic," she said. She said that when they arrived at 10:25 a.m., the gates were closed, with the kids on the outside looking in.

"I just think the White House should have made a little bit of leeway time," Stine said. "The kids knew what they were going to see, and they were thoroughly disappointed. Kids were crying, teachers were crying."

A White House spokeswoman said yesterday morning that the field trip tour was scheduled for 9:30 a.m., and the gates are typically closed for tours at 10 a.m.

The spokeswoman noted that tour groups are required to arrive on time due to the tight schedules of White House operations, but an exception was made for the Conway students and the gates were held open until 10:35 a.m.

While the students were not scheduled to meet with President Barack Obama, he was at home, and later met with the Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers football team. The traditional exchange between president and winning team had a Memorial Day bent. Players and politicians--including Senators Arlen Specter and Bob Casey--assembled care packages for troops overseas.

Stine doesn't hold it against the Steelers.

"I'm sure they didn't know anything about us," she said. "I blame the administration. They made the decision to keep Stafford County kids out to prepare a luncheon for a bunch of millionaires."

Stine said the kids took a walk around the outside of the White House, then visited the Lincoln Memorial. It was a trip that cost each student and chaperone $20. Stine does not see how the situation can be rectified--the money was spent and there are not many days left in the school year to reschedule.

"The visitors center has put the school at the top of the list for rescheduling as soon as possible and has already been in touch with the school," the White House spokeswoman said.

School officials confirmed that the White House is helping to reschedule, and has been "extremely supportive of the Conway Cougars visit."

In a statement, Conway staff acknowledged that they knew a late arrival would cost them a chance to tour the White House. It also stated that White House staff made every effort to accommodate the visit and extend the arrival time.

Conway Principal Roxie Cooper said students and teachers took the situation in stride, making adjustments to their schedule and inserting a lesson in handling life's disappointments.

"We commend our kindergarten students and the many chaperones who showed resilience and positive attitudes," Cooper said in the statement.

[Mason66]

Actually, the kid's were never scheduled to meet with Obama. I would be highly surprised if he even knew about the trip. Meanwhile, the Whitehouse is making efforts to reschedule the trip. But as you said, it does happen.

NO WHITE HOUSE WELCOME


Conway Elementary students miss a chance to tour the White House

Date published: 5/23/2009

BY JONAS BEALS

Time and traffic conspired to keep Stafford County school kids out of the White House Thursday.

In a situation most local commuters can relate to, kindergartners from Conway Elementary School were shut out of a scheduled White House tour when they showed up late.

Parent and chaperone Paty Stine said buses left Conway Elementary at 8:30 a.m. She said they were supposed to arrive at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. between 10 and 10:15 a.m.

"Unfortunately, we ran into heavier than normal traffic," she said. She said that when they arrived at 10:25 a.m., the gates were closed, with the kids on the outside looking in.

"I just think the White House should have made a little bit of leeway time," Stine said. "The kids knew what they were going to see, and they were thoroughly disappointed. Kids were crying, teachers were crying."

A White House spokeswoman said yesterday morning that the field trip tour was scheduled for 9:30 a.m., and the gates are typically closed for tours at 10 a.m.

The spokeswoman noted that tour groups are required to arrive on time due to the tight schedules of White House operations, but an exception was made for the Conway students and the gates were held open until 10:35 a.m.

While the students were not scheduled to meet with President Barack Obama, he was at home, and later met with the Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers football team. The traditional exchange between president and winning team had a Memorial Day bent. Players and politicians--including Senators Arlen Specter and Bob Casey--assembled care packages for troops overseas.

Stine doesn't hold it against the Steelers.

"I'm sure they didn't know anything about us," she said. "I blame the administration. They made the decision to keep Stafford County kids out to prepare a luncheon for a bunch of millionaires."

Stine said the kids took a walk around the outside of the White House, then visited the Lincoln Memorial. It was a trip that cost each student and chaperone $20. Stine does not see how the situation can be rectified--the money was spent and there are not many days left in the school year to reschedule.

"The visitors center has put the school at the top of the list for rescheduling as soon as possible and has already been in touch with the school," the White House spokeswoman said.

School officials confirmed that the White House is helping to reschedule, and has been "extremely supportive of the Conway Cougars visit."

In a statement, Conway staff acknowledged that they knew a late arrival would cost them a chance to tour the White House. It also stated that White House staff made every effort to accommodate the visit and extend the arrival time.

Conway Principal Roxie Cooper said students and teachers took the situation in stride, making adjustments to their schedule and inserting a lesson in handling life's disappointments.

"We commend our kindergarten students and the many chaperones who showed resilience and positive attitudes," Cooper said in the statement.

Why on earth would a teacher be crying????????

According to the article they were crying then they took it in stride.

Which was it

It can't be both.