Obama's Birthplace: Kenya?

During the Presidential primaries the question of Obama's birthplace came into question concerning his eligibility for office. In answer to this question the Obama camp produced a "Certificate of Live Birth" from the state of Hawaii. However, a certificate of live birth does not constitute for eligibility for office; a certificate of birth would still need to be provided. As of yet, President-elect Obama has not produced a certificate of birth stating that he is a natural-born citizen of the United States.

When the question arose concerning John McCain's eligibility for office, because he was born in Panama; the McCain camp readily produced a birth certificate. However, we have yet to see one from Obama. The governor of Hawaii has stated that there is a certified copy of Obama's birth certificate, but can only release it upon request. However, it only cost $12 - $15 to obtain a copy. I'm sure this request wouldn't have damaged the multi-million dollar budget of Obama. Why the delay Mr. Obama? If he is a natural-born citizen then he should be willing and able to produce his birth certificate so that the rumors can be put to rest.

There have been approximately 17 cases filed with the courts asking Obama to produce his birth certificate. And lawyers are already lining up to challenge any Presidential decisions or orders made by Obama when he takes office, because he hasn't produced this vital piece of evidence. This will place a tremendous burden upon the courts and the people of this country. Yet, it seems like Obama is willing to allow this burden. Just show us the birth certificate and settle it!

And recently, a radio show out of Detroit, Michigan interviewed Kenya's Ambassador Peter Ogego congratulating Kenya on Obama's victory. Although the hosts of this radio show were attempting to humorously jab at the Ambassor, during the interview the Ambassador was asked; "One more quick question, President-elect Obama's birthplace over in Kenya, is that going to be a national spot to go visit, where he was born?" The Ambassador responded; "It's already an attraction. His paternal grandmother is still alive."

The Kenyan Embassy has stated that he was talking about Obama Sr. However, when he was asked again concerning President-elect Obama it seemed that he clearly understood who was being talked about. And the radio hosts were clearly under the impression that the Ambassador understood that it was about President-elect Obama rather than Obama Sr. And it would seem more probable that President-elect Obama's paternal grandmother would still be alive rather than Sr.'s

If President-elect Obama is in fact a natural-born citizen than there should be no worries on his part concerning his birth certificate. I am by no means making the implication that he is not. But, I can't help but wonder...