Quote Originally Posted by Grace View Post
As they already are. President Obama did not appoint himself to receive this award; he was chosen by a committee. So why all the nasty comments pointed at him? (not you, E.S) I do hope he accepts the award in person.

As Governor Pawlenty said - "Congratulations, Mr. President"

It is so funny to me how the conservatives are havng conniption fits
over Obama's selection for the honor. As you said before, Obama did not
nominate himself.

Here's a article that calls the award the " Thank God Your Not Bush" award.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-rob..._b_315715.html