State of the Union: Obama’s Robin Hood turn
“We in no way want to disrupt the State of the Union. We appreciate the fact that all members of Congress will be here at one time to show support and solidarity,” said Eric Harris, Moore’s press secretary who hatched the idea. “I think it’s fair to say that we’ve never seen this type of political climate before and I think it’s important that we show our support.”
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But Harris said his boss was quickly on board with the plan and thought it would be a touching tribute.
Moore, who broke her two feet and an arm during a bad fall over the holiday recess, will raise a pencil on Tuesday night while sitting in a wheelchair, using her one good arm.
