I thought the idea of belittling the president at this ceremony was poorly thought out. What separates these people from most of the rest of us  unimportant folks is their ego and bank accounts. Their political opinions should be kept for a different time. (though I agree with some of what was said).
I thought the Iranians speech was interesting. She comes from a terrorist supporting non democratic nation that threatens the survival of  Israel, treats non-Muslims, gays and women like garbage, yet she speaks about democracy?? Give me a break. Anyone affiliated with that countries govt. should be banished.
It was great seeing  Mel Gibson being accepted and forgiven for being the obnoxious racist he really is. Nice to see these liberals in Hollywood can look beyond a persons behavior and accept him as one of their own. He is a pariah.