President Obama Likes The Heat, May As Well Concede 2012 Now

From an expansive profile in yesterday’s New York Times, Barack Obama explains what he’s learned in his brief stretch as Leader of the Free World:

“I think anybody who’s occupied this office has to remember that success is determined by an intersection in policy and politics and that you can’t be neglecting of marketing and P.R. and public opinion.”

And, um, Mr. President?

HEED YOUR OWN ADVICE.

This means NOT rooting for the Miami Heat, also known as the most unpopular team on the face of the earth. Even if you admire them and think they’ve been unfairly targeted this summer--probably accurate--just keep quiet, Barack! Say it with me: “No. Comment.”

But apparently, at a meeting with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh, Obama pledged his support to

...the most unpopular cause of them all. The 2010-11 Miami Heat:

Bosh and Dwyane Wade were among those attending a fundraiser at Alonzo Mourning’s home on Monday, when Obama appeared in support of U.S. Rep. Ron Klein’s re-election campaign. It was the first time Bosh met the president, who says he will root for the Heat this season -- except when they the Chicago Bulls.

Sure, he’ll still be pulling for the Bulls. But rooting for the Heat under any circumstances isn’t going to endear him to many voters. I mean, he might as well just pose with... OH GOD NO.

So, when Sarah Palin takes over in 2012, just remember to blame LeBron and Coach K.