Obama Action Figure Outselling Elmo!
Categories: Fun & Activities, Holidays, Toys & Games
Hard to believe, folks, and yet it is true. Not only do we have a truly historical election and to-be presidency on our hands, but we also have a toy that has at last broken the final frontier of consumerism--outselling Elmo! For those of you unaware, Elmo is hands-down the most popular character to grace the screens our younger children aren't even supposed to be watching. He's orange, childish and adorable to both kids and adults alike, and he is a mass market dream come true. Not so anymore. The new Barrack Obama action figure is outselling little Elmo this holiday season. The folks at the Scholastic store in Manhattan have sold over 200 of the "action figure we can believe in" and will probably continue to sell in high numbers through the holiday season.
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And according to employees of the store, it's not just the parents wanting to buy the dolls for their kids, it's the kids themselves wanting a piece of the action. That's really saying something positive about our youth--not only do they know who the president elect is, they want an action figure of him to commemorate his presidency! Sweet! No, but, seriously--I think it's great when kids get involved in politics and the goings on in our country, even if it takes a plastic action to do it.
Now, all that said, you may not be able to get your hands on one of these already beloved action figures, in which case might I suggest checking out this gallery for other fun Obama paraphernalia? The Obama sachet dream pillow is actually mine. I saw it and had to have it. So, yes, these items are for real, and might be just the thing if you think your holiday shopping routine is ready for "a change."
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Sandyone 12-17-2008 @ 12:40PM
So, when my sons get hold of this doll and treat it like they treat their sisters' other dolls, is the Secret Service going to come swooping down to arrest them for "threats to the president-elect"?
Wonder who makes it.
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Nicola 12-17-2008 @ 11:44AM
I didn't even know that they made such a thing. My son would go crazy for this! "BarackObama" (always one word) is a legend in his eyes. Must find one for the stocking if its not too late...
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qohee 12-19-2008 @ 11:23PM
Um, it is Barack, not Barrack. Sad that children know who the president-elect is, but the writer of this article cannot spell the first name correctly.
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Linda 12-20-2008 @ 2:00PM
Who cares??!! Only a moron Democrap would care if Obama's name is spelled wrong. We'll see if you care after he starts taxing you to death and gives our country to the illegals and immigrants.
CPU64 12-19-2008 @ 10:32PM
retarded
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Joe Wllie 12-19-2008 @ 11:06PM
Man with those ears, the President Elect will not need Air Force 1.
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Holly 12-20-2008 @ 12:08AM
This article is nothing but false hype. The only place mentioned where Obama is outselling Elmo is in NYC which has a high black population, so it's only reasonable they would buy Obama dolls for their kids. I doubt if the sales of the doll are very high in other areas of the country--like Kansas, for example, or outside of the African-American community.
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d 12-20-2008 @ 6:17AM
It is disgusting and shameful all this crap being sold, dolls, coins, images. It takes respect away from the presidency and makes him a joke. Not only that, but all this "he's the first black president" crap just promotes more racism. Why can't he just be another dumb liberal democrat who speaks a good game, gives our tax $$ to the lazy and ends up doing nothing to help this country just like all the rest. It makes me ashamed of the office of the president!
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dude 12-20-2008 @ 8:40AM
My dog craps out Obama action figures everyday.. If you want one just email me.
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chris 12-20-2008 @ 9:49AM
Look it's Dumbo!!
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tojo 12-20-2008 @ 11:55AM
Next they will have the "Presidential" LIMO. A white Caddilac Escalade with a genuine imitation gold plated grill and side pipes, those stupid spinning rims, white faux fur dash board, tinted windows, and fake leopard skin seat covers.
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Mike 12-20-2008 @ 1:11PM
Since this IS the 21st century, you can pose the Obama doll seated with Barbie fellating him.
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Linda 12-20-2008 @ 2:00PM
WTF would buy their kids an Obama doll? This is the stupidest thing I have ever heard. You people are getting carried away with your fawning over this man. He isnt going to change things for the better. He doesnt have any experience. Nancy Pelosi will be pulling his strings.
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steve 12-20-2008 @ 3:51PM
Wow. Looks like Obama is a smart man. He suckers all of you with double-talk and then you give him your money by buying this crap. Our first gay president. Don't say he isn't gay. I have seen his wife. She has to be a man taking hormones. Women shouldn't have jawbones or browridges like that.
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