simple-minded pricks

I'm so glad the Obamas left the country. For the last few days, it has made everyone here plain crazy. Obama said this, did not say that, he didn't call Pakistan a terrorist state, he took a piss, she played hopscotch; oh for crying out loud!!

It all started before his visit. Someone, somewhere, reported that the United States is spending around $200m per day on his visit. What's interesting was people's reaction to that piece of information. They were genuinely perturbed. But why? He is probably the most targeted person in the world and the leader of the free world. I'm surprised that anyone is surprised. Especially since he was visiting a city that saw carnage on the streets not too long ago. Some others were offended by the fact that the United States was "wasting" that much money and questioned the rationale behind it. I heard none of that when India spent around $7 billion of taxpayers money on the Commonwealth games. There was not even a murmur from the same people if it was a good investment or about the corruption that was being reported. We continue to give our leaders blank checks without any questions asked while at the same time we are horrified at the money that some other country is spending? (it's actually stupid that people are anything but happy since we will see some of that action - their spending here benefits us)

Then he landed. He stayed at the Taj and talked about terrorism. He talked about the Mumbai attack and tried to show solidarity. But a lot of people were disappointed and outraged that he did not say that Pakistan did it. Really? What kind of a boob do you have to be to think that he'd do that? Do I really have to list out the reasons why he wouldn't do it? Well, here are some: 1. Pakistan has been their key ally from the Cold War era.  2. USA needs Pakistan's support in the war in Afghanistan.  3. Of all the Muslim countries, Pakistan is the most loyal supporter of the United States   4. No head of state should be doing it unless they want to antagonize the other nation  5. India did not conclusively prove that the attack was sponsored by Pakistan-state  6. If he really were to say that Pakistan was behind the attacks, he would say it in his own country or in a world forum, rather than as a remark in his speech in Mumbai.  7. Doing so is not useful to the United States in any way  8. The US foreign policy has always been hypocritical and riddled with double standards. The list can go on... And then, a couple of days later, the same simple minded retards were beaming because Obama said that Pakistan has terrorist camps? That's all you wanted?

There were another set of morons who sulked because they were asked to show ID. One of them wants to know "If (the host) doesn't know who his guest is, then why is he inviting the person?"... uhh.. because they know your position but not you personally. And also maybe because some of you were involved in a scam and resigned recently. Because there is a good chance that you are involved with the underworld. Because, for you, money is more important than anything else in the world. Need I go on, you egotistic, insecure fart.

And then there was the UNSC bid. Ooo... the permanent seat! Obama said, "in the years ahead", he sees India as a permanent member in the UNSC. You can conclude so many things from that statement. And people have, too. The reactions ranged from euphoria to disgust among the Indians. But even if we do get a seat at the table, I seriously doubt it will be the same deal as what the current members enjoy. Instead of building the political capital and stature in the world that will bring in an invite to join the big dogs, India keeps seeking recommendations and favors, begging for a seat.

The thing that pissed me off the most is the news about how Pratibha Patil "played the perfect host" and took care of every little detail of the banquet.. from suggesting a pineapple halwa and puran poli to ensuring that the pathways were decked by fragrant rajanigandhas. "Ms. Patil not only suggested dishes for the grand feast but also sought details about the décor". (Are you kidding me!!) Knowing that the president of my country spends most of her time making sure that functions are organized well, fills my heart with sheer joy. She is a great role model for the women of this country.You go girl!

Overall, it was like a bunch of kids going crazy about a rich uncle visiting with lots of goodies! Some are giggling, a couple are throwing tantrums, one in the corner is sulking, another is bitching. The big girl is busy decorating and fussing over the arrangements, and the 78-year-old head of the family is waiting for him at the airport.

Except that he is not our uncle and he hasn't brought any special goodies.

Personally, I like the guy; always have. But he is just a head of state and it would have been more respectful to him if everyone conducted themselves like we aren't so bad ourselves.