It’s hard to get Tiger Woods to speak out on social issues. I’m not saying he needs to become Muhammad Ali, or even Etan Thomas, but a socially conscious opinion or two from one of the world’s most recognizable athletes isn’t asking for much. It’s not important that he speaks on every Don Imus or Jena 6 situation. However, I would expect him to have some thoughts on a story that directly relates to him.

Knowing that Tiger doesn’t like to offend people, seeking his political inclinations would seem like a waste of time. Well… Eldrich is in the Middle East for the Dubai Desert Classic where a reporter asked for his opinion of Barack Obama:

“I’ve seen him speak. He’s extremely articulate, very thoughtful. I’m just impressed at how well, basically all politicians really do, how well they think on their feet. Especially those debates. It’s pretty phenomenal to see them get their point across. But I just think that he’s really inspired a bunch of people in our country and we’ll see what happens down the road.”

You didn’t think you would get a straight answer from Tiger did you? He likes the politicians because he talks like the politicians. A lot of words without saying anything.. And articulate?!?! Tiger Woods called Barack Obama articulate?!? Where’s the D.R.O.P. Squad when you need ‘em?

Woods impressed by Barack Obama. Courtesy of AFP.com

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