James Forsyth James Forsyth

Look who’s coming to dinner | 25 November 2007

Barack Obama got the question about who he would invite to his ideal dinner party from a newspaper in New Hampshire. The guest list of Jesus, Gandhi and Abraham Lincoln was revealing about how he sees himself. First, it is noticeable that Obama doesn’t pick a Democrat. Second, no figure from the civil rights movement is included. Finally, the mention of Jesus is typical of Obama’s comfort with talking about faith. 

Who would be on Coffee Housers’ list? 

Hat tip: The Politico

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