Are Obama's Kids Off Limits?

The transcript discusses the tradition of keeping presidential children off-limits from political attacks, highlighting a recent incident involving a Facebook post about Obama's daughters. It explores the historical context and enforcement of this norm across presidencies, including an incident with Rick Santorum. The discussion emphasizes the bipartisan agreement and press cooperation in maintaining this tradition.

What has been the traditional stance regarding the children of U.S. presidents?

• They are often involved in political campaigns.

• They are usually criticized by the media.

• They are considered off-limits from political attacks.

• They are expected to make public appearances regularly.

What was the outcome for the staffer who made inappropriate comments about the Obama daughters?

• She was promoted.

• She received a warning.

• She resigned from her position.

• She was given a public apology.

How did the administration respond to Rick Santorum's comments about Malia Obama?

• They agreed with the comments.

• They responded strongly, enforcing the rule.

• They issued a mild statement.

• They ignored the comments.

What does the bipartisan agreement regarding presidential children entail?

• Allowing media to freely criticize them.

• Keeping them out of political discourse.

• Involving them in political debates.

• Encouraging them to take political roles.

What role has the media played in the tradition of protecting presidential children?

• They have criticized the tradition.

• They have largely cooperated with the tradition.

• They have frequently violated the tradition.

• They have ignored the tradition.