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Jan 23, 2009

Strange Souvenirs: Ojamas

Inaugural souvenirs came in all shapes and forms in DC. People everywhere were wearing concert-like and bedazzled T-shirts with President Obama’s portrait (under warm coats of course).


But I wonder how many came home with a pair of Ojamas. The PJs are emblazoned with a replica of the campaign logo, in the shape of a “capitol” O of course.

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9 comments:

  1. ninjaJanuary 23, 2009 at 9:02 AM

    It was untactful of me to try to discuss perception of politicians when You were just about to participate in a historic event. Sorry for that. Still can't stop myself not to comment that. I mean Ojamas?!? Obama is turning into a brand and I'm afraid he wont be able to do anything cause no one will listen anymore.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    Obama already is a brand. Perhaps people will listen because of that not in spite of that?

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2009 at 6:59 AM

    I wish I had one.

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    Oh LOL this is like taking Obama to another level!

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  5. CatherineJanuary 24, 2009 at 5:03 PM

    So did you bring a souvenir pair back with you??

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  6. WendyJanuary 25, 2009 at 6:26 PM

    Hi Koala,
    The Ojamas aren't being sold by the President or his staff. An entrepreneur with a sense of humor came up with the idea. No worries on your comments.

    Hi SQ,
    I hope the apathy in this country has come to an end. Based on what I saw Tuesday there are many who care.

    Hi Hobo,
    perhaps someone will buy you a pair for your birthday.

    Hi Final Transit,
    you have to admit the president has an excellent name to rhyme with.

    Catherine,
    I bought you a pair instead :^)

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2009 at 1:18 AM

    That's too funny. These would have been useful during the election run. All his staff in offices across the country wearing their ojami's.

    Are they silk or cotton?

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  8. Fly GirlJanuary 26, 2009 at 6:13 PM

    Oh I want Ojamas instead of the flannel PJs I'm forced to wear!

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  9. WendyJanuary 27, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    Hi Gennaro--They are cotton.

    Hi Flygirl, Winter needs to end or at least ease up soon.

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