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Cant trust em Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:13 PM
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Am I the only one who is annoyed with the merchandising of Barack Obama?
All of these ads on CNN for commemorative plates drive me nuts. "Own a piece of the movement" my ass. You own a piece of a movement by doing work. Not owning some fancy dinnerware.
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donco6 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:14 PM
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1. SSSSHHHHHH!
That's not allowed.
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Clio the Leo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:15 PM
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2. Nope. We've got a popular President now.....
.... it's a beautiful thing. Revel in it.

(Although YOU are correct that you own a movement by working for it, that I agree with.)
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Critters2 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:16 PM
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4. Beautiful crap from China with his picture on it.
:eyes:
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peace13 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:04 PM
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22. All official crap made in USA. n.t
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Critters2 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:15 PM
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3. The Walgreen's here has a whole section of Obama chotchkes.
Yeah, it's annoying.
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Clio the Leo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:42 PM
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18. I'm coming to yours then....
.... all we've got here in red state land are the plates.
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Critters2 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:39 PM
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25. It's all a waste of money.
It's your money, but it's still a stupid way to spend it.
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Clio the Leo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 07:27 PM
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29. Nah. It's like buying swag for your fav. sports team....
.... just a way for someone to show off their team pride so to speak. Buying it for some hoped future value, perhaps not the BEST idea, but if you work hard for your money and it brings you joy to eat off of Obamas face, or watch him smiling down from you as the plate rests on a special table, then that's fine.

There are people in this nation who are suddenly feeling new pride in their country in a way they may have never before. This provides a vehicle for that excitement.

Bring on the swag. ;)
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Critters2 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 07:39 PM
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30. Swag for your favorite sports team is also a waste of money. nt
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Clio the Leo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 07:58 PM
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31. Um.....
... what about .... a coffee mug with your dog's picture on it? (I'm TRYING here! lol)

At least it's not a Halloween costume for your cat.... THAT is a waste of money!



Poor India. We hardly knew ye..... (pouring some cat treats on the ground in India's memory)
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rucky Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:16 PM
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5. Really, you'd think he was Jesus or the Pope or something.


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liberalmuse Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:21 PM
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10. I want one!
I guess Obama would be 'Hope on a Rope' and of course Bush would be, 'Dope on a Rope'.
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rucky Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:22 PM
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11. You better copyright that!
before we see it at Walgreens
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polmaven Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:26 PM
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14. "Hope on a Rope" !
I LOVE it.....That is GREAT! :hi:
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polichick Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:17 PM
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6. Good ol' American capitalism - it's always annoying imo.
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EFerrari Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:17 PM
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7. The Obama "coins" are all over the cable channels. Hilarious. n/t
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liberalmuse Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:18 PM
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8. They are boring, crappy plates, too.
I collect plates, and cannot find one I'd buy. The cups and coins are boring, too. I was looking at a Barack-in-the-Box just a few minutes ago. At least it's cute, and functional.

It is rather annoying, but it looks like I'm part of the problem. I already have his inauguration invitation hanging in a frame on my wall.
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ZombieHorde Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:20 PM
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9. Depends on where the money goes.
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Patchuli Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:24 PM
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12. I agree with you on the plate
but I'm still getting an Inaugural t-shirt from CafePress! Limited Rolling Stone edition! http://www.cafepress.com/rockthevote/6324316

Seriously though, yes I do agree. Obama isn't a cereal brand, he's my President! WooooooooHooooooooooooo! I loves saying that! :bounce:
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Golden Raisin Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:26 PM
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13. Buy 2 now and we'll throw in a set
of 6 Obama steak knives!
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saltpoint Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:32 PM
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15. I'm holding out for Obama mudflaps.
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TheCowsCameHome Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:00 PM
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20. Definitely an improvement over those worn-out TruckNutz
I salute your good taste.

:patriot: :rofl:
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saltpoint Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:01 PM
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21. !
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FrenchieCat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:34 PM
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16. Better than a president whose face appears in protest marches.....
Perhaps we should be grateful for this small problem,
rather than annoyed...cause I've been more than just a bit annoyed
and irritated, I've been damned angry for the last 8 years.

A little over the top marketing is currently
the last thing that will drive me nuts.
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Clio the Leo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:43 PM
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19. Once again, Frenchie hits the nail on the head! NT
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firedupdem Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:24 PM
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24. Amen....
evidently people want the stuff because it's definitely selling.

Also, I love the fact that my boys think enough of the President to actually want to wear tee shirts and hats and anything else they can find with his picture on it. Doesn't bother me in the least. It gives some of us a great sense of pride.
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Hippo_Tron Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 05:39 PM
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17. Lewis Black had a pretty good bit on the Daily Show regarding the plate
And yea in general I don't like the merchandising. However, it's probably a good thing politically.
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NashVegas Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 08:06 PM
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32. There Will Be More
Obama became a cultural icon before taking the White House.

Over the summer, I saw a Golden Globe-nominated director with an Obama purse. How's that for inspiration?

Check out this prophetic post of mine from 2003 -

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=103x24557
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Hippo_Tron Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 08:25 PM
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34. Which is why it is good politically
I don't see a cultural icon being a one term president.
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TripleKatPad Donating Member (241 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:07 PM
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23. To each her own
I wouldn't spend my money on such stuff, not my style. I agree, the blatant sales-pitch is obnoxious.

On the other hand, I have an indelible memory of a picture of JFK my folks bought and hung on the wall after he was elected. I remember loving that picture. It made me feel good, and I don't know why, seeing as I was grade-schooler.

I don't know how my parents were sold that picture, certainly not off of TV.

My feelings all boiled down: if buying an Obama plate, or whatever, gives someone hope or pleasure, who am I to tell them otherwise?
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ellacott Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:49 PM
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26. Obama was asked how he felt about all the vendors selling T-Shirts
He said he was glad to help the economy and he admired the entrepreneuring spirit of the people.
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NYC Liberal Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 06:52 PM
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27. It happens with every new president
Just companies trying to make a quick buck is all. It'll pass.
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EraOfResponsibility Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 08:23 PM
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33. true but I don't remember it happening on this scale before
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Mz Pip Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 08:29 PM
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35. I remember
shortly after 9/11 the GOP was using some photo of Bush looking out of the window of Air Force 1 as a fundraiser. It was shameful amd offensive.

But people love clutter and crap. I'm trying to purge my environment of useless doodads not acquire more, though I am saving my commemorative invitation and my YES WE DID bumpersticker.
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pipi_k Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 07:01 PM
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28. Not now, but...
if I see either Billy Mays or Vince the Shamwow guy hawking the stuff, I may get real annoyed...
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Sebass1271 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jan-11-09 11:46 PM
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36. It doesn't bother one bit. I worked my butt off to help him
get there, so I am happy that everyone is on OUR side now. I have fallen for the buying everything Obama. I am doing this for kids, especially for my six year old who knows exactly who he is and when he won. The day after the election I went to my son's bed, he was sleeping, i woke him up saying " good morning sweetie, today is NOvember 5, 2008, Do you know who our president elect is?, My six year old son replied, "yes mom, our new president is Barack Obama".

I gave him a kiss, he gave me a hug, we celebrated.
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