I know, that's kind of like writing "Reagan was God" at a conservative site, but this is ridiculous. Dobbs isn't really a "closet" racist to begin with, but way to drive the point home. More after the link.
I've seen some fairly stupid campaign paraphernalia in my time. Some disgraceful stuff, too. Somewhere, there's a dumpster full of Bush brand Purple Heart band-aids used when Kerry was campaigning. I thought that after the inanity that was the Nobama movement, the "Obama is the Antichrist" idiocy and other mindless nonsense, maybe, just maybe we were done.
Of course, I forget that we still have a network that will purposely call a presidential candidate the wrong name to compare him to a terrorist.
So, it's with great regret that I show you the latest mind-abortion of the 2008 campaign.
That's right. Obama waffles.
Now, never mind the Aunt Jemima comparisons. That's only the tip of the iceberg, which tells you this iceberg couldn't be more bigoted if it was a grand wizard.
Yep, the old joke of Obama the muslim! Hilarious, right? Especially since he isn't one! But at least the people who made this stuff did enough research to learn about the whole "pointing towards Mecca" nonsense. Just enough to ridicule it.
Not racist enough? I got more.
Because, you know, all black people love rap. Nice Ludacris dig, btw. Very original.
Now, this is f'n disgusting. This thing doesn't even insult Obama. It's too busy insulting a certain race on one side, and a religion on the other.
And frankly, I'm sick of talking about it. So why does Dobbs even get mentioned? Well, for one, he's one of the Bigot All-stars of our media- a closed mind with an open mind.
But mainly...well, let's just let the picture do the talking.
Dobbs: My Wife Will Love This!
Let me make myself perfectly clear.
It's the year 2008. Racist, childish stuff like this has no place in our society, let alone in our MEDIA.
CNN, do me a favor. Divorce yourself from this close-minded bigot. You'd do the world a favor. Independent? His head isn't even independent from his ass.
Somebody PLEASE give me CNN's email. I need to show them what Louie's doing with his free time.
Update: More from the AP:
http://apnews.myway.com/...
While Obama Waffles takes aim at Obama's politics by poking fun at his public remarks and positions on issues, it also plays off the image of the classic pancake-mix icon Aunt Jemima, which has been widely criticized as a demeaning stereotype. Obama is portrayed with popping eyes and big, thick lips as he stares at a plate of waffles and smiles broadly.
Placing Obama in Arab-like headdress recalls the false rumor that he is a follower of Islam, though he is actually a Christian.
On the back of the box, Obama is depicted in stereotypical Mexican dress, including a sombrero, above a recipe for "Open Border Fiesta Waffles" that says it can serve "4 or more illegal aliens." The recipe includes a tip: "While waiting for these zesty treats to invade your home, why not learn a foreign language?"
The novelty item also takes shots at 2004 Democratic nominee John Kerry, Obama's wife, Michelle
And since people want proof, you asked for it:
http://obamawaffles.typepad.com/
UPDATE 2: More at Think Progress
Think Progress' Take- Interview with creators
UPDATE 3: Contact CNN
CNN's Contact address
Update: As for the Dobbs picture, it was sourced in another diary: Screenshot. Thanks to jamielswa for the picture, betterdeadthanred for linking and everyone who provided contact links.
Update: Looks like there's been some scrubbing going on. http://www.obamawaffles.com/...
So, they had Lou Dobbs there and he had a great comment. The link leads to a 404, of course.