Why the White House situation room photo is so powerful

Powerful photo. Interesting that apart from his expression Obama does not look like the big cheese - he's wearing casual clothes and took the small chair tucked in the corner with a not-so-great viewing angle. For some people it's important to be seen as the top dog, but this guy clearly has more important things to worry about.

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You mean history takes place in ordinary rooms with ordinary people?

I do hate it how hollywood over-dramatizes everything.

I was immediately draw to Clinton's expression too. I almost didn't notice Obama for a few seconds.

And for some reason; perhaps the contrast of his hair and skin tone against the light background; Obama almost looks like he was photoshopped in. (NOTE: I'm not a conspiracy nut, and I have every reason to believe Obama was in that chair when the photo was taken! It just looks weird to me somehow.)

If you look at the full resolution picture, you can tell that there is a piece of paper on Secretary Clinton's laptop that has been pixelated. I wonder what that was.

I enjoyed your analysis James. I was also struck by that picture, and it remained vividly in my mind for longer than I expected it to.

Thanks for sharing!

Not sure why this is OMG SO DEEP!!