Nov 17, 2008
So, When Will It Be OK to Mock Obama?
Tim Black explains that the present reticence transcends the dictates of etiquette about America's first black president.
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Wait, he's asking Hillary to be Secy of State? Never mind, start mocking now.
My answer, fwiw, would be Jan 22 or 23, after he's actually done something as president. Actually, it's ok to mock him qua senator now, if he pushes for ridiculous legislation, but mockery qua president should wait til Jan 22 at least!