Barack Obama throwing out the ceremonial first ball at the WashingtonNationals opener against the Phillies on April 5, marking the 100thanniversary of a presidential pitch to start the season. According tothe pool report, Obama took the mound to a mix of boos and applause,which turned to boos from both Nats and Phillies fans alike when he puton his Sox cap. To me this moment is a beautiful metaphor for hispresidency so far. The historical occasion, the most American of allsports, and Obamas facial expression during the pitch all call for aniconic image. So here it is.
