LeClerc, LMAO! :lol:

And I find it interesting that they presumed to know none of the other countries wanted his body and because of that it was also a requisite for the burial at sea.

I thought they actually asked Saudi Arabia and Saudi Arabia said no.

I watched some of BBC News on BBC America last night and I was surprised at how amateurish the male and female anchor seemed. Usually they have better people.

I tried to watch some of the Early Show, because I usually just don't care about Today or GMA, and their anchors/reporters were stumbling and awkward and Harry Smith's replacement continues to look like a painted dummy.

I know a lot of people don't believe Osama is dead and this was all some cynical re-election ploy from Obama, but if that was the case, then why would he do this when the election is almost a year and a half away? People are going to forget about this within a month or less.

Congratulations to the military and President Obama on this outstanding accomplishment. I honestly thought Bin Laden would never be caught, and had given up all hope. Even if you are a Republican (like I am), you have to give massive credit to Obama for succeeding where Bush failed miserably; Bush should have been the one who caught Bin Laden, but he did not because he became distracted with Iraq. (Just to clarify, I don't think it was a mistake that we went into Iraq; however, we should have captured Bin Laden first.)

I apologize for being so crass as to discuss politics at a moment like this, but I disagree with an earlier poster who stated that Obama's re-election is ironclad as a result of Bin Laden's capture. One major reason why I Obama's re-election is not 100% guaranteed is because most people have pretty short memories (it's sad but true): if the election was to be held a month from now, Obama would be a shoo-in; yet, since it is still 18 months away, most voters (given their short-term memories) will primarily focus on the events that will occur during the months of September & October 2012. The other major reason why Obama's re-election is not a sure thing has to do with the fact that the vast majority of people (farily or unfairly) place a far greater emphasis on domestic matters (specifically the economy and job market) than on foreign affairs/terrorism.

In case you think that I am blowing smoke with the above explanation, I suggest you recall what happened to George H.W. Bush: his approval rating was once at 91% due to his brilliant handling of the first Gulf War, and some even speculated that he would run unoppossed for re-election. Yet, some 18 months or so later, he was defeated for re-election because he was blamed for a recession (by November 1992, people had forgotten or didn't care about his earlier foreign policy triumphs). However, that being said, I currently believe that Obama would be the strong favorite for re-election, even if Bin Laden was still alive, for the following two reasons: First and foremost, the current crop of Republican candidates is incredibly lackluster. And secondly, chances are that unemployment will improve quite a bit by November 2012.

Politics aside, this is a great day to be an American. While Bin Laden's capture (unfortunately) does not materially reduce the terrorism threat level that we all face, the capture shows that we as a people will bring to justice those that wronged us.

Max, we might harbor different view points politically, but I agree wholeheartedly with this statement.

I know a lot of people don't believe Osama is dead and this was all some cynical re-election ploy from Obama, but if that was the case, then why would he do this when the election is almost a year and a half away? People are going to forget about this within a month or less.

Exactly. And plus, that's a year and a half for someone to prove that bin Laden isn't dead at all, so yeah...people are ignorant.

I totally believe that if Bin Laden was alive, he'd be TELLING us what liars the American government is. The guy was all up on 9/11 as soon as he could. Everyone who should be like, "The lying, dirty, evil West.." is quiet. That speaks louder than any pics of a body would.

For hardcore conspiracy theorists nothing will ever be enough. If they show pictures and videos of his body they'll claim they were faked like the moon landing. Like Kylie said he and his people would crow if it was a lie and I don't even want to get into some big conspiracy that they lied on purpose to rat him out. If anything Obama will speak about it some day. Seeing someone shot almost point blank in the face and chest is not an image easily shook. He will certainly write about that in his memoirs.

I totally believe that if Bin Laden was alive, he'd be TELLING us what liars the American government is. The guy was all up on 9/11 as soon as he could. Everyone who should be like, "The lying, dirty, evil West.." is quiet. That speaks louder than any pics of a body would.

Speaking of which, I wonder if they will get a lookalike to pose as him and release something just to stir up paranoia. Many people would see an Arab with a long beard and still think that were Osama

Now the stories are starting that not only was this faked for re-election purposes, but that the crowd in DC was also faked. I wonder how long before this becomes a media talking point, since the media thrives on far right blogs.

http://thinkprogress.org/2011/05/02/jim-hoft-conspiracy/

Even if you are a Republican (like I am), you have to give massive credit to Obama for succeeding where Bush failed miserably;

The sad thing is people don't. The Queen of all republicans spoke and she thanked George Bush for bringing Bin Laden in--the same George Bush who when confronted with his own incompetence said he didn't care where Bin Laden was and wasn't interested in him.

I think it really says it all that while Obama was busy trying to get Bin Laden, republicans were busy wondering about grades and birth certificates.

Bush declined Obama's offer to meet him at ground zero tomorrow. I hope it's not a case of sour grapes.

I actually think Bush declined because he's genuinely been trying to remain from the public spotlight, it's been his goal to do so ever since January 2009.

I actually think Bush declined because he's genuinely been trying to remain from the public spotlight, it's been his goal to do so ever since January 2009.

Wise choice I think in terms of crafting is legacy. Maybe after a few years out of the public eye he won't be so reviled when he does chose to start taking a more active role. Perhaps though maybe he won't even do that.

I think America should be proud right now and I think America is proud. I watched President Obama on television at Ground Zero today and I thought he did very well. I also agree with those who say former President was very sincere when he said he wanted to step out of the limelight. He has been classy as a former president. Cheney, on the other hand, no so classy. I thought Bush was a weak president, but I do think he did his best when it came to tracking down Osama and deserve kudos for not letting the trail get cold.

Like others, I believe Obama did well as the leader in killing Osama. It gives him more credibility as a leader and as commander-in-chief. That will help in the election. I think many Americans look at him differently today.

But this next election is going to be decided on the economy. Of course, it also will be decided by the quality of candidate the Rs put up. Right now, they don't have a real super star. That could change with the primaries, but right now, I am not seeing much.

I thought Bush was a weak president, but I do think he did his best when it came to tracking down Osama and deserve kudos for not letting the trail get cold.

Osama wasn't hiding in Baghdad. And he said himself he didn't care where Osama was and said he couldn't worry about some man who was either dead or living in a cave. Which of course was about as correct as the specter of a mushroom cloud coming from Saddam.

I find it typical of Cheney and all his acolytes that they reach new depths of pettiness. All you hear from these thugs is how they want credit. Who whines like that on TV? And if it isn't them demanding they be praised too, it is the generation that came after them who insist Obama gets no credit. And while Obama is making tough decisions about sending in troops to kill Osama, these people are out there demanding to see his birth certificate and want to know his grades. Bush Sr is a giant compared to these people.