As a parent and grandparent, I feel so sorry for Malia and Sasha right now. [View All]

[CTyankee]

I hope they are being shielded from the blind bigoted hatred coming from people who call themselves Americans. Not wanting their father, the President, speak to other schoolchildren, not wanting him "allowed" to speak to other schoolchildren in the country that he presides over -- that is devastatingly hurtful. My heart aches for them tonight. I can't imagine, growing up, having my own father the target of such vile hatred and vituperation.

I can only comfort myself in the knowledge that the Obama girls have love all around them, with their parents and grandmother lovingly watching over them. And a school environment that encourages the fine tradition of tolerance and rationality that the Quakers embody.

Rest well tonight Malia and Sasha. Please know there are many, many of us who are carrying you in our hearts...