Obama Restaurant Name Causes Stir (Obama fried chicken)

[The Straight Story]

NEW YORK (AP) -- Mayor Michael Bloomberg says a New York City fried chicken restaurant named after President Obama could probably find a more appropriate name.

The mayor was asked Wednesday about the controversy surrounding the Brooklyn eatery. Community activists said the manager of Obama Fried Chicken told them he would change the name because of its racial overtones, but now says it will stay.

Mohammad Jabbar said the name was chosen as a tribute to the president. The restaurant is in Brownsville, a predominantly black neighborhood.

Activist Kevin McCall said the name is "very offensive to African Americans." Another protest is planned for Saturday.

The White House said the administration disapproves of using the president's name and likeness for commercial purposes.

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[Renew Deal]

1. It's not the only NY eatery being named after Obama.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=169x8760

[IntravenousDemilo]

2. Well yes, of course that is racially insensitive.

On the other hand, you haven't lived until you've tried the "Al Sharpton" at Amy Ruth's in Harlem... fried chicken with waffles and syrup, and a side of cornbread. It's a lot of carbs for one meal, but YUM!!!