First off, this is true, snopes has confirmed it.
http://www.snopes.com/business/hidden/tombihn.asp

Secondly, I think it's hillarious. I don't mind hiding political easter eggs all over the place, and it doesn't bother me at all for anyone to criticize our government. (and that goes for when the Democrats were in charge as well)
This is simply a joke. And if you don't appreciate it, that's fine, don't laugh. Rip out the tags. Make up your own joke going the other way. But don't tell me that you can't make the joke.
"A patriot must always be ready to defend his country against his government." - Edward Abbey

Anyway, sorry for throwing gas on the fire. I just like to have an open discussion, with no names being called or insults sent.

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