DON'T TALK TO ME LIKE THAT: In a brief, but stunning display of tension between President Obama and Arizona Governor Jan Brewer, a photograph showing the two in an exchange is now all over the internet.
President Obama had touched down on the tarmac in Arizona and was greeted by many, including Governor Brewer. She hand delivered him a letter and then had an intense exchange that was photographed with the Gov. pointing her finger at the President.
Representatives for the two both agree that the conversation was about Brewer's book, "Scorpions for Breakfast: My Fight Against Special Interests, Liberal Media and Cynical Politicos to Secure America's Border".
A section of Brewer's book discussed a meeting she had with the President during the summer of 2010. The meeting was described as a "good meeting" by the White House, while Brewer's representatives said it was "cordial". However, Brewer's book described the event as "cold" and that many of their devices were taken by Secret Service. Brewer described the President as "condescending".
In the face to face exchange today, the President chastised the Governor for her characterization of him in the book. He also told her that "he didn't feel that I treated him cordially." She said that she began a dialogue with him, but was cut short and didn't even get to finish her sentence.
The letter she delivered to him was an invitation to meet to discuss Arizona.
Editor's Note: Is that a Fed vs. State thing or a constitutional right to Freedom of Speech thing?
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