Obama Demands Press Respect His Girl's Privacy

Meanwhile, he uses them like props whenever it is convenient!

President urges media shutterbugs to respect daughters’ privacy
By Susan Milligan
Boston Globe
August 24, 2009

...the real message to those hoping to cover the president’s vacation is: really, we wish you wouldn’t.

Unlike recent presidents, Obama has two young children, and the first couple is adamant that the girls be left alone. That means no approaching, cameras in tow, when Sasha and Malia are trying to get ice cream, or perhaps ride on the island’s famed carousel.

Aside from wishing a good time for all, in fact, the president had one clear message yesterday for reporters, said Bill Burton, the deputy White House press secretary: “The first family would very much appreciate if you respect the privacy of the girls while they’re out here on vacation.’’

Props!