This story is one small reminder of many of the things that are changing around here.  Apparently a car tried to pass the presidential motorcade, resulting in a black SUV pulling in front and drawing their weapons.  Wow.  Until Tuesday, when people saw sirens, it was more of a suggestion that they pull over.  Now, I imagine we’re going to have to take those darn cop cars a little more seriously.

A few years ago, President Bush shut down about four blocks near my office while he was eating at one of my favorite downtown restaurants.  For some reason, I had chosen to drive to work that day and ended up being an hour and a half late.  But I imagine if it were President Obama, I wouldn’t be so annoyed.  At least for the first six months.