This Just In! Obama Swats Fly During CNBC Interview (Video)

Posted by JOE GANDELMAN, Editor-In-Chief in Media, Politics.
Jun 17th, 2009 | 11 responses

This just in! President Barack Obama swatted a fly during a CNBC interview. Will he be blasted on one side for taking a life? Will he be blasted for not ridding the White House of mosoquitos, and termites as well and being soft on insects on the other? Stay tuned for that — but, in the meantime, here’s a piece of video every voting American needs to see:

(Watch out Rush Limbaugh.)

11 Responses to “This Just In! Obama Swats Fly During CNBC Interview (Video)”

1. Ethos says:

   June 17, 2009 at 9:20 am

   So okay, I’ve seen this linked three time already this morning. Why is this “news”?

   Why is it even worthy of comment? How is it political in any way, shape, or form?

   I realize there’s at attempt at mocking somewhere in all of this, but I just can’t get around how dismally… dismal.. it is.
2. JOE GANDELMAN, Editor-In-Chief says:

   June 17, 2009 at 10:21 am

   I don’t want to bug but if I see more on the story, I’ll wing it.
3. jwest says:

   June 17, 2009 at 9:48 am

   Stay on top of this Joe, it’s the reason we’re all here.
4. joegandelman says:

   June 17, 2009 at 10:25 am

   I don't want to bug but if I see more on the story, I'll wing it. TMV isn't the biggest Internet megaphone, but hopefully when we discuss this fly issue they'll be able to aerosal.

   There's another fly issue involving Sen. John Ensign, but that's for another post.
5. tidbits says:

   June 17, 2009 at 10:44 am

   He just lost the annoying insect vote. But, the real question is: will rednecks identify with his ability to catch a fly without the use of a mechanical device?
6. Ethos says:

   June 17, 2009 at 10:49 am

   I realize the point here is one of mocking the inclinations of certain individuals to criticize Obama for such ridiculous actions as using teleprompters or ordering mustard on his burgers, but I do so wish this wasn't out there. So far I've seen the “fly” non-story on three separate media platforms… it belongs on 'The Daily Show' and that's about it.
7. joegandelman says:

   June 17, 2009 at 10:57 am

   If he handles a fly this way, how will he handle pests like Sean Hannity?
8. Silhouette says:

   June 17, 2009 at 11:46 am

   I was going to say…lol..

   Joe beat me to it. I'll tell you, I live on a farm and see plenty of flies. To stop mid-interview, and muster enough concentration to zero in on and kill, first swat no less, a fly with hundreds of eye lenses geared to pick up the slightest movement. I was impressed. I can count the number of flies I got on the first swat on one hand. Zero would be the number I've gotten while engrossed in another important activity.

   I'm telling you, this Obama guy has hidden potential. He is leader material.. The little things can be telling at times..
9. casualobserver says:

   June 17, 2009 at 1:03 pm

   Silhouette 1 hour ago ……… I'll tell you, I live on a farm.

   That's an interesting fact I hadn't previously known about you, Sil.

   Say, I am doing a bit of research and was wondering…

   Has the farm been in operation for a good while?

   Is the water supply located right on the farm itself?

   Do the people running the farm use fertilizers and pesticides?

   Thanks for your help with this.
10. Bill Ludlam says:

    June 17, 2009 at 1:56 pm

    of all the information the media hides about what's going on, at least they will report breaking news for PETA
11. lovelyladylocks says:

    June 18, 2009 at 3:36 pm

    The fly told me more, actually. It said, “it's hard to stay away from a big pile of dog poop”.