The new American God — in his own mind, at least
You know how you never drink a toast to yourself? Well, in Obama’s world, it’s all about him. As he made clear at the Berlin Wall ceremony, history has culminated in him. He transcends all things and is now, at least in his own mind, the living embodiment of America. And as Lucianne discovered with this image of Obama at Veteran’s Day ceremonies, in keeping with this belief system, Obama isn’t making the mistake of saluting himself:
Aside from out-and-out hostility to the military, the phrase I’m looking for is “malignant narcissist.” Or maybe “l’etat ce moi.” Or possibly, you should just start thinking “Caligula” and get really worried if you see him near any horses.
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