Sunday, February 14, 2010

2/14/2009: Obama Sends Back Churchill Bust

President Obama has taken a symbolic swipe at our strongest ally:

A bust of the former prime minister once voted the greatest Briton in history, which was loaned to George W Bush from the Government's art collection after the September 11 attacks, has now been formally handed back.

The bronze by Sir Jacob Epstein, worth hundreds of thousands of pounds if it were ever sold on the open market, enjoyed pride of place in the Oval Office during President Bush's tenure.

Source: UK Telegraph

Don't overlook the 9-11 angle either. Obama doesn't have time for symbolism related to WWII, 9-11 or any reminder of American military strength. Hope! Change!