It’s a tradition nearly as old as modern politics itself – disaster strikes, and a politician rushes in to “help” with the relief effort while a bunch of cameras conveniently roll nearby to record the politician’s noble efforts. Above, you can see footage of Barack Obama continuing this noble custom as he filled sandbags for needy Iowans over the weekend. Please take special note of Obama’s shirt, a dapper Oxford type that one would normally wear with a suit. Maybe I’m being unfair. Perhaps this particular shirt is Obama’s special shoveling garment. The only thing remarkable about this photo-op is the reaction of the left. “Scout Finch” at the Daily Kos burbled about Obama’s disaster response, “Obama answered the call this weekend, touring the hard hit areas, rolling up his sleeves to fill sandbags, and taking action with local leaders.” Scout contrasted Obama’s selfless relief efforts with John McCain’s activities over the weekend which included such gaucheries as raising money and giving speeches. Is there anything Obama can do that will fail to dazzle his acolytes?
