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Obama Bows to the Fringe

On an upcoming trip to India, President Obama will not visit the Golden Temple, a Sikh holy site, because visitors are required to wear “headscarves, turbans or Muslim caps,” according to Jake Tapper. Obama is afraid that wearing the appropriate headdress would make him appear Muslim.

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Ryan| 10.20.10 @ 8:03AM

Wow. Actually a good call on his part.

S.L. Toddard| 10.20.10 @ 11:33AM

What is Mr. Lawler's opinion of this call by the President?

Texas Mom 2012| 10.20.10 @ 12:40PM

Typical pol, optics over substance. It is a shame that he doesn't get the optics of multiple snazzy vacations and golf outings...

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