So the other day I see your standard Chia Pet commercial for The Chia Obama. Immediately I thought, "what a funny SNL skit," the problem was that it was midday and it was not Saturday. This was a real commercial, and Joseph Enterprises the company that creates and distributes Chia Pets is completely serious.
I am not sure if the Obama Chia Pet is a compliment or an insult. I have mixed feelings that the actual chia plant is supposed to be the presidents hair? Many people have found the Chia Obama as a racial jab at our president since the actual Chia can resemble an afro. While I don't think it is racist, I do think it is another silly attempt to capitalize on Obama's popularity.
For those of you who are just plain curious here is the link:
So the Chia Obama, inappropriate or collectors item?
