Thanks, Georgia!

Mike Norman, bar owner of Marietta, Georgia, has made this contribution to our national discourse:

Norman insists that he is simply pointing out a physical likeness between Obama and Curious George–the hairline! the ears!–and that it’s mere coincidence that George is a cartoon monkey: no racism here!

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is covering the story, along with a poll: “What do you think of the Obama T-shirt?” Participants can choose between “It’s racist” and “It’s fine”…and until earlier today “It’s fine” was winning.

Tags: georgia, Obama, rednecks