The "First iPod"? The "Presidential Playlist?"

The New York Times has up a cute article analyzing the iPod given to President George W. Bush by his twin daughters last year. While it certainly it the ultimate non-sequitor in terms of importance, it is nice to see that even people in power can appreciate music and the power of portable technology.

As for an analysis of Mr. Bush's playlist, Mr. Levy of Rolling Stone started out with this: "One thing that's interesting is that the president likes artists who don't like him."
Mr. Levy was referring to Mr. Fogerty, who was part of the anti-Bush "Vote for Change" concert tour across the United States last fall. Mr. McKinnon, who once wrote songs for Kris Kristofferson's music publishing company, responded in an e-mail message that "if any president limited his music selection to pro-establishment musicians, it would be a pretty slim collection."

Now, we have to wonder if Apple Computer will get inspired and release a special limited-edition iPod Mini in red, white, and blue!