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Obama Won’t Visit Billy Graham Library

Obama Won’t Visit Billy Graham Library

Sep 4, 2012

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By Todd Starnes

Billy Graham has counseled presidents — both Republican and Democrat — since Harry Truman was in office.

And all but one of the living presidents have made the pilgrimage to the Billy Graham Library — located on 20 wooded acres in Charlotte.

The lone hold out — President Obama.

It’s not clear why the president has not visited the library – especially since it’s just a few miles away from the arena where he will speak Thursday night.

More than 700,000 people have visited the site since it opened.

 


112 comments

  1. Howard Aubrey /

    Billy Graham is a liar, a hypocrite and a bigot. He's not worthy of a visit from anyone not in the KKK

  2. Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

    SO what if Obama won't visit it. He's doing exactly what I would do–ignore the Theo-Fascist, Graham, and what his bigoted son represent.

    • Read my response to Richards below. This President associates with literal fools, and you say nothing. That suggests something about you.

    • Read my response to Richards below. This President associates with literal fools, and you say nothing. That suggests something about you.

    • You should learn a little about the President. Rather than listening to what people say on television, read his books and remember that his autobiography is, by his own admission, largely embellished. This guy is a nut.

    • You should learn a little about the President. Rather than listening to what people say on television, read his books and remember that his autobiography is, by his own admission, largely embellished. This guy is a nut.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      I don' care what you think about him, Jared. TO be honest, I couldn't care less if he visited Charlie Manson on weekends. I've got weirdo, psychopathic friends too–they don't define ME. What I care about is what his platform is, and what he's going to do for me and my loved ones, and the country which I so dearly love. In stark contrast to the gluttonous, self-serving, immoral platform of Ryan/Romney.

    • God have mercy on your soul.Hope that you will find Him before it is to late.Praying for you.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      God grant you the wisdom to recognize what God would himself express and feel, and whom he would vote for in this election–here's my take on it–it wouldn't be the rapaciously selfish agenda of Ryan-Romney.

      By the way, is God lost? Does he need to be "found"? Call 911, Martha.

  3. Joel Rivera /

    Simple. Because although the Tyrant – in – Chief sees Islam as an integral part of the fabric of America while declaring that America is not a Christian nation at the same time speaking like a saint with a forked tongue. Seems he's letting down Billy – a fellow Democrat and a great man – in favor of wowing the nation into rescuing his sorry bum from the one term nightmare. Yet if Billy was a dictator or fellow tyrant, McKenyan would give him the time of day with all the pomp and circumstance that the tax payer can pay for.

  4. Billy Graham is a Cult Leader. I'm proud that this President has not entertained a crook and manipulator like Billy Graham.

  5. Billy Graham is a Cult Leader. I'm proud that this President has not entertained a crook and manipulator like Billy Graham.

    • Joel Rivera /

      Billy Graham has the sincere respect of more people than McKenyan can ever hope to have. The belief in the Tyrant – in – Chief's so called imaginary ability to solve the country's ills is cultish in itself, especially when people write and sing songs about him like he' all of a sudden worthy of honor and praise.

    • what song is about Obama?

    • You do realize that he has hosted Louis Farrakhan on a number of occasions, right? Farrakhan is an outlandishly open racist, as well as the leader of a religious cult. Obama has praised this guy in the past. Here's a portion of Farrakhan's wiki:

      "In an interview Farrakhan claimed the existence of a ship he calls 'The Wheel' which houses weapons capable of defeating all weapons on earth. He claims that many call UFOs 'The Wheel,' or what Elijah Muhammad called 'The Mother Plane.' Farrakhan also alleges government conspiracy in covering up reports on these sightings. In an interview with Jamie Maussan on April 11, 2011, he claimed that 'The Wheel' would make itself clear to the population of earth in a matter of 'days.'"

      This President has entertained insane people. Often.

      In other words, Richards, your opinion is ridiculous because reality proves as much.

    • Jared Prewitt As President, Obama Has not endorsed Farrakhan. Maybe As a community organizer he has associated with him since Chicago has large number of Black Muslims that are followers of Farrakhan to help better and unite Illinois. this topic is specifically referring to being in the presidential office and not seeking council from Billly Graham like other presidents before him since Truman

    • Omar- you r a idiot you mean occult not cult lol

    • Roger Sparks no, your the idiot I think you need to look up the word cult and occult they mean two different things. Even by this blog topic gives traces of the deification of Billy Graham. Billy Graham opposes same sex marriage then the whole of north Carolina and other Evangelicals oppose same sex Marriage.

    • Jared,I don't know how old you are but you are a very wise young man.I'm an elderly Lady and was raised in a Christian home.I know exactly what this President is doing and it's pure evil.God Bless you for stating the facts.The blind are leading the blind and cannot see the truth.

    • Richards Omar.Obama only associates with Liars,cheaters and his rich Hollywood click.He has ran up our debt more then any other President in History.He is for abortion and now you can chose the sex of your child.If you become pregnant,which you can't because of your gender,but a woman who is pregnant with a girl and wants a boy,they will kill the unwanted girl and try again for a boy.People are losing their homes and jobs everyday.They live in fear for their children and grand children's future.We did not want Obama Care and yet he shoved it down our throats.My Insurance rates have already gone up and I'm low income.The Stimulus was the worst disaster ever for our Economy.Either you are very rich or just don't care about the Small business man,who by the way did not need Obama's help to succeed.His speech was without substance.He cannot talk about Obama Care or his Stimulus as the majority of the people do not want it.So what does he run on?More lies and shallow promises which will only pull us down more .I don't know if anyone can fix what this President has done,but I can sure Pray he does not win a second term.He is the great Destroyer.And for him to cut our Military is so insane that even I can't fathom his reasoning.We will be at the Mercy of our Enemies, who he bows down to.We will be attacked again,and without a strong defense we lose.Where are your priorities?We had the Greatest Country in the World but not anymore.I am not a child,I'm 66 so don't tell me you know more then I do.As far as The Billy Graham Library ,it will be better off without him showing up and faking his reaction.He would not be comfortable learning about the Greatest Minister of all times.I do not like to feel anger towards anyone,but when people mock great men of God and God I will not stand by and not speak out.Read the word of God and turn your life around.Your time is running out and the Saviors return is on the Horizon.Whether you like me or not,I will Pray for you.

    • Richards Omar.Obama only associates with Liars,cheaters and his rich Hollywood click.He has ran up our debt more then any other President in History.He is for abortion and now you can chose the sex of your child.If you become pregnant,which you can't because of your gender,but a woman who is pregnant with a girl and wants a boy,they will kill the unwanted girl and try again for a boy.People are losing their homes and jobs everyday.They live in fear for their children and grand children's future.We did not want Obama Care and yet he shoved it down our throats.My Insurance rates have already gone up and I'm low income.The Stimulus was the worst disaster ever for our Economy.Either you are very rich or just don't care about the Small business man,who by the way did not need Obama's help to succeed.His speech was without substance.He cannot talk about Obama Care or his Stimulus as the majority of the people do not want it.So what does he run on?More lies and shallow promises which will only pull us down more .I don't know if anyone can fix what this President has done,but I can sure Pray he does not win a second term.He is the great Destroyer.And for him to cut our Military is so insane that even I can't fathom his reasoning.We will be at the Mercy of our Enemies, who he bows down to.We will be attacked again,and without a strong defense we lose.Where are your priorities?We had the Greatest Country in the World but not anymore.I am not a child,I'm 66 so don't tell me you know more then I do.As far as The Billy Graham Library ,it will be better off without him showing up and faking his reaction.He would not be comfortable learning about the Greatest Minister of all times.I do not like to feel anger towards anyone,but when people mock great men of God and God I will not stand by and not speak out.Read the word of God and turn your life around.Your time is running out and the Saviors return is on the Horizon.Whether you like me or not,I will Pray for you.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Dawn, thank you for letting us know that you're elderly. It's plain to see that you're not in your right mind. Please make sure someone is taking care of you, and not letting you vote based upon your dementia and confused state of mind.

    • Farrakhan doesn't like President Obama. Louis Farrakhan has said that President Obama "is a 'murderer,' an 'assassin'” of Islamic people.

      http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/06/20/louis-farrakhan-obama-murderer-assassin_n_880973.html

    • Farrakhan doesn't like President Obama. Louis Farrakhan has said that President Obama "is a 'murderer,' an 'assassin'” of Islamic people.

      http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/06/20/louis-farrakhan-obama-murderer-assassin_n_880973.html

  6. Beachley CE /

    he doesn't belong in a sacred place as that he is a filthy lying fraud muslim & & evil!

    • Jay Shepherd /

      Beachley CE
      Bigot Graham? Right!

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Since when are libraries "sacred places"?! Oh yeah–all the Harry Potter books, sorry, my bad…

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Hey ZZZ – Don't knock the Potter! :)

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Hey ZZZ – Don't knock the Potter! :)

    • For you to say that if I go to Heaven You wish to be in Hell is just another one of your Idiotic quotes.Have a grand time in Hell and may God Forgive you.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America Not sweatin' it, Dawn.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz Believe me you won't be saying that when you face the Lord.And if you take Hell over Heaven ,You will be sweatin' it.Just keep mocking God and Christians.Sad for you to lose your Soul when you could be using your mouth for the Glory of God.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America What is it about "do not believe in God or Heaven or Hell" do you not understand, Dawn? Your God, your threats and fear of Hell have NO POWER over me!
      And I'd rather "use my mouth" for more productive things than "the glory of God". Like telling people to wake up, if you vote for Ryan/Romney, you're dooming the ENTIRE COUNTRY to "Hell". Wake up, Dawn!

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Don't worry, Dawn will be headed south as well for going against the teachings of Christ and judging others and condemning them to hell, when supposedly it is only her God who can do that. As for me, I believe in God, but Hell was a Judeo-Christian invention to instill guilt, fear and compliance in its followers.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz I do not threaten people about God but just as you I still have the Freedom of speech and I will keep telling people about Jesus Christ who Bled and died on the Cross to save them from their sins.It's because I Love America and people from all walks of life that I fear for their Soul.The Bible tell's us to go out and tell the world what is coming for those who do not believe. Christians are not the enemy,Satan is.I know I cannot change what you believe but maybe just one person will start thinking about the World we live in today.As I said before,we all make our own choices.Whether you like it or not,God does have power over you and this whole wide world that he created.I will keep you in my Prayers even though you hate me.

  7. Beachley CE /

    he doesn't belong in a sacred place as that he is a filthy lying fraud muslim & & evil!

  8. If he were to visit, he would be the only sitting president to have been there. W didn't go until after he left office, and then only for a book signing. Another crap article by the illustrious crack reporter, Todd Starnes. What is it about the truth that this guy has such a hard time with?

  9. What's the big deal other than the right puts Graham up there with St. Reagan. Why does he have to?

  10. What's the big deal other than the right puts Graham up there with St. Reagan. Why does he have to?

  11. “Obama Only President Not to Visit Billy Graham Library” unless you count every president before the library opened in 2007.
    Actually, George W. Bush never visited the library while sitting as president. His first visit was in 2010 – to promote his memoir book and sign copies. George H. W. Bush, Clinton, and Carter visited during the opening of the library and at no other time.
    Real headline: “We Want Obama to Visit the Library or we’ll call him a Muslim, Even Though No Other Sitting President Visited This Thing”.

  12. It opened in 2007… But Obama is the only president to not visit it.

    • FOX changed the headline. It did read "Obama only president to not visit Billy Graham Library".

    • Every president has visited this library. Before The Gettysburg Address Lincoln visited it. Washington, Jefferson, both Adams, every man to hold office has visited it even though it has only existed since 2007, but not Obama.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Chris Curry Honestly-who cares?

    • Chris you just keep telling it like it is.Obama changes his story every other day and says whatever he believes will win him the Election.You're a great young man.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Oh yeah, sure Dawn–and Mitt Romney is just an unmovable, unshakeable rock who stands on his principles, unwavering, right? Seriously–could you be MORE BLIND?

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz .Why don't you give it a rest.The only one Blind are those who support our current President.I have no intention of voting for either man.I was married to a Mormon and we had a wonderful son.We broke up because of our Religious differences.I know much more about the Mormon Religion then you do,I lived with it.I have already decided not to vote for either Party.This is a choice I make because of my Christian Faith and the greatest book ever written.It's called the Holy Bible.You should read it instead of mocking Christians and God the Father of all Creation.How do you believe you came into existence? Or maybe you believe your an Alien.In your case that's quite possible.Your writings are so illiterate that I do have to laugh.Take off the Mask,or state your real name.You are a coward who hides from the Truth.

  13. Dawn George.For Obama to go to the Billy Graham Library should not surprise anyone.He is a Muslim, Athiest who hates all Christians.To call Billy Graham a cult leader sickens me to the core.This shows me just how much Christianity is hated in America.Christians will have the last, I told you so.If you cannot see who this President really is you are blinded by this man of sin.

    • Nothing is wrong with Christianity; Evangelicalism and it's hidden agenda is what i have a problem with.

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Dawn George you do realize, as was stated above by someone else, that a SITTING president has NEVER visited the library? They all did so after their terms were over. And for such a devout Christian, you certainly sit high in judgement of others, quite contrary to the way Jesus told you to act in the Bible. That's right, I have read the bible, studied it quite extensively actually. You are acting nothing like a follower of Christ should act. Look within before you vilify without.

    • Joel Rivera /

      Richards Omar
      What agenda might that be? People fear what they dont understand. Evangels have been around long before your existence, so please enlighten everyone with this agenda.

    • Phyllis Boone /

      Richards Omar: Jesus said"Go into all the world and preach the Gospel." All Christians are to follow the Words of Christ. We cannot keep silent. If you yourself hear but choose to dismiss, as a Christian, I will say OK, shake the dust of your home from,my feet and walk away. Christians won't bring a sword or gun to kill you should you choose to reject the Good News of the Gospel!

  14. Obama is not only Muslim but he is also an Atheist.To call Billy Graham a Cult leader when he has given his entire life to win souls for the Kingdom.
    of Heaven is so vile.My Grand mother gave her Heart to the Lord at one of his Crusades.I will see her, Billy Graham and all those who live for the true Savior Jesus Christ in Heaven.Where will you be?

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Wake up yourself, Dawn. Graham is a despicable Christo-fascist, a DEEPLY antisemite bigot, and a man who never let an opportunity to use his phony religion to manipulate himself into positions of power and influence. The only "souls" he "won" were ignorant voters for his religious agenda. And don't even get me started on his racist, prejudiced son.

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Being a little judgmental of the faith of others, aren't you there Dawn? Would Jesus approve? Plus, you can't accuse someone of being a Muslim and an Atheist at the same time. That defies logic and definition. I think you are the one who needs to wake up.

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Being a little judgmental of the faith of others, aren't you there Dawn? Would Jesus approve? Plus, you can't accuse someone of being a Muslim and an Atheist at the same time. That defies logic and definition. I think you are the one who needs to wake up.

    • No, cause i don't want to be enslaved in my after life. There is no Free Will in the Christian Heaven.

    • Jay Shepherd /

      Dawn,
      Muslims can not be Atheists.

      How in the world did you become SO ignorant?

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz.I feel very sorry for those who mock Christians.You are lost souls.You have evidently not read any of the Bible.If you do not believe in God the creator you are an atheist.This man whom you call President has destroyed this once great Country of ours by playing the race card over and over.Do you really think he gives a rats you know what about you.Maybe if your a Celebrity you could fit into his little in crowd.Billy Graham has preached from the Holy Bible nearly all his life.You hate the word of God,you hate the one who died on the cross to save you from your sins.You cannot mock the Lord and it is you that needs to wake up.Do you even watch the news.The Bible is unfolding before your eyes and yet you are blind.Even the News casters are telling us that something catastrophic is about to happen that they can't explain.Read Matthew 24 all verses and maybe you will finally see.I know who and what Obama is.Do you?

    • Jay Shepherd /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America
      You must have no idea how completely IGNORANT you sound.

    • Jay Shepherd Anyone who does not believe in the word of God and thinks when they get to Heaven by murdering American and Jews they will be rewarded with many virgins does not know the one true Savior.That makes them Atheist.

    • Jay Shepherd /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America
      I'm really hoping that you're about nine years old. That's about the level of intellect you have.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz By the way is this your real face?Your name does suit you,it sounds like your a blubbering Idiot.Sorry that wasn,t too Christian like,but I cannot tell a lie.

    • Gail McConahy Garland /

      Dawn George, I will see you in Heaven also, along with your Grandma, Billy Graham, Greg Laurie, Randy Travis, Winona Judd, all my family & friends that have put their faith in Jesus Christ. John 14:6

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America I second what Jay Shepherd said–you're not just ignorant, Dawn—you're PROLIFICALLY IGNORANT.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America Dawn, this IS my real face–the one that God gave me!

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Gail McConahy Garland If Billy Graham and the likes of you and Dawn are in "Heaven", please pray that I go to hell?

    • Jay Shepherd ,I have lived much longer and seen much more in my lifetime then you could ever imagine.As I already said Muslims do not believe in the true Savior Jesus Christ.They believe in a God that rewards them for murdering innocent people.Then they want to build a Mosk next to the Twin Towers,and that's fine with Obama.What God would reward them with Virgins?This is not the Heaven or the God that I know.If they believe this way,they will not enter the Kingdom of God.They can keep their sexual fantasies or they can turn to the God and Savior Jesus Christ and repent just as we all must do.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America Dawn you just showed your ignorance–proved it, really. First you called Muslims "atheists", then you admit that "They believe in a God…".

      Thank you for confirming what we thought all along.

    • Zizzer,I already know why you hide behind the Mask.You are afraid you'll be attacked by a Christian.If their a true Christian you'll be safe.We are not Hate Mongers as yourself.

    • Zizzer Zazzer Zuzz /

      Sylvester Corzine Yeah, Sylvester, I tremble in my zhoes…..NOT. Hey, how do you feel about Gay people?

    • Jay Shepherd /

      Dawn George.Wake Up America
      You live in the dark ages. Thank god most people don't think like you.

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Gail, is that the same Randy Travis who was just arrested for brawling in a church parking lot?

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Sylvester Corzine The only problem is, there are more people who claim to be Christian than there are "true Christians" in our country. Believe me, I've received death threats and threats of violence from enough of them because of my own faith to know. They are the ones all of us should be afraid of – religious extremists who don't even follow the real tenets of the faith they claim to promote.

    • Joe Gonzalez /

      Sylvester Corzine The only problem is, there are more people who claim to be Christian than there are "true Christians" in our country. Believe me, I've received death threats and threats of violence from enough of them because of my own faith to know. They are the ones all of us should be afraid of – religious extremists who don't even follow the real tenets of the faith they claim to promote.

    • God Be with You.I am truly not an ignorant person,but when I see so much hate towards Christians it breaks my heart.When I say Muslims are Atheist I believe the ones who believe you will have many Virgins in Heaven,strap bombs to their children's bodies to murder not only others but their own precious children are not serving the God that the Bible talks about.I know there are Christian Muslims who have turned their backs on Muslims who terrorize,murder and hate.God Bless them.But for those that are pure Evil and only want to murder Americans and Jews with no remorse are not going to Heaven unless they repent.I would also like to say to Zizzer on the subject of gays.I have members of my own family that believe they are Gay.I love them but will not condone their way of life.We all make choices in life.I'm not their Judge.God will be their Judge just as he will be mine.Sin is sin and I'm sure I've committed many sins in my life time.I ask the Lord everyday to help me be the person he wants me to be.If you really knew anything about me,you would know that I do not hate anyone and never have.That is just not me.Those who hate me I will continue to Love, and Pray I will see them in Heaven.I pray I will see all America turn back to God.

    • Joel Rivera /

      Richards Omar
      I don't know where you gt that crazy idea from but you're just like many who fear what they don't understand.

    • Joel Rivera /

      Dawn George
      You might as well ignore Jay Shepherd because he's another one that finds amusement in attacking people as well as feeling he has to be right when he isn't. Make sure your page is private, otherwise he'll scope it to see what info you have and follow you around in whatever forums you post in just to attack you.

  15. This is a non-story. Obama visited Billy Graham at Graham's home in 2010, as Foxnews reported. There's no boycott here. Presumably, just a busy schedule. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/04/25/obama-visit-billy-graham-north-carolina-home/

  16. So here's a question – - How many times has Romney visited the Billy Graham library? That would be exactly ZERO. Oh wait that's because he can't do ANYTHING that calls attention to his blasphemous religion to Christians!

    • Joel Rivera /

      Lets not make Romney's religion an issue in this crucial election. I'm voting for experience and know how that McKenyan lacks, and who knows, maybe President Romney will visit the library but it's a sure bet he will meet with the Graham's a some point. You want to call his religion blasphemous, that's fine, but in all fairness, everything McKenyan has said and done has been blasphemous starting with his attendance in that racist socialist whacked out church.

    • Oh I see..when anyone points out that your leader belongs to a cult branch of Cristianity, you dont want to talk about that, but you will pass on any gossip and lie you can think of about another person. Well then make up your mind. Either you quit bringing up religion or decide your candidate is fair game. But dont be hypocritical.

    • Oh I see..when anyone points out that your leader belongs to a cult branch of Cristianity, you dont want to talk about that, but you will pass on any gossip and lie you can think of about another person. Well then make up your mind. Either you quit bringing up religion or decide your candidate is fair game. But dont be hypocritical.

    • And if you want to claim some moral high ground, lets look at the Ryan budget which most mainstream religions have come against. You know, I dont ever remember a time when a parties budget ever cause every major mainstream to speak against it as morally devoid.

  17. He actually visited Graham at his home which is near the library. Don't know why your reporters can't use google.
    http://www.christianpost.com/news/obama-visits-billy-graham-for-first-time-44897/

  18. Yes Obama didn't visit Graham's library, but there have only been 4 others that have been President since it's construction in 1981. Obama did one better and visited Graham in his home.

    http://articles.nydailynews.com/2010-04-26/news/27062680_1_billy-graham-president-obama-graham-spokesman-larry-ross

  19. Yes Obama didn't visit Graham's library, but there have only been 4 others that have been President since it's construction in 1981. Obama did one better and visited Graham in his home.

    http://articles.nydailynews.com/2010-04-26/news/27062680_1_billy-graham-president-obama-graham-spokesman-larry-ross

  20. Joy Alexander /

    This passes as news? Wow.

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