Obama Says He’s ‘Surprised’ and ‘Humbled’ by Nobel Prize

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7 pointsincomethax4 comments

I'm just really tired that NYTimes always blocks access to their articles from iPhones. I don't want to register for their "free account", I just want to read the story and maybe click on an ad if it's interesting.

It seems like Obama just got a nobel prize for the potential impact he can have on the global community.

Seems like it could be more pressure on an already pressured administration.

Yes, because nothing says "I expect results from you" like getting the most prestigous awards in the world for doing absolutely nothing.

"Please, Please stop adoring me. I can not take the pressure of your constant unconditional praise"

A lot of Nobel Peace prizes have been awarded for ideas more than results, so it is not unprecedented.

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