Comparing pictures of Obama at the Gulf Coast Oil Spill

Obama looks a little bit down and confused in this picture. He looks very concerned though. The picture sends a message that he is thinking very hard on how to fix the problem. He is in control since he is actually working on the problem instead of goofing off and having fun. His facial expressions send all of these messages. Those who were upset about the oil spill would probably relate to this picture better than the other one. Since he is more serious in this photo I feel more confident in his ability to respond to a disaster. I can't really tell, but I think there are books in the background. They send the message that he is hard at work and studying to find a solution. His serious attitude sends a much better message than the picture below does.

At first glance, Obama looks like he is up and working hard to fix the problem. He has his team and they are focused on the problem. He looks in control. When you take a closer look they are all laughing. It looks like he is not serious about the issue at all, so he is really not in control. People who were very concerned and upset about the oil spill may have gotten angry about this picture. He does not seem concerned at all. If I wasn't told this was a picture focusing on the oil spill, I would've thought him and his buddies had just taken a boat ride and were just having fun. Some of them even look like they just got done playing golf. His nonverbal gestures tell a lot. It shows that he's very laid back, but in this situation he should be contemplating what to do. The background seems more serious with the American flags and guards. The people do not fit the same tone as the background.