President Obama took questions today after giving a speech on the economy at a community college in Pennsylvania. The first question, from a college sophomore, challenged Obama to look at new ways of creating jobs.
“I really appreciate how you’re trying to stimulate the economy,” the student said. “Maybe, if you checked out some of the statistics about legalizing prostitution, gambling, drugs and non-violent crime in order to stimulate some of the economy.”
The audience broke into giggles.
“I appreciate the boldness of your question. That will not be my jobs strategy,” Obama responded, to more giggles. “Part of what you’re supposed to do in college is question conventional wisdom. So you’re doing exactly what you’re supposed to be doing.”
