I have given up watching most political speeches. They are better than sleeping pills for me. I would rather read the transcripts later and make my own opinion. Take for instance, Obama’s State of the Union address. It was constantly interrupted by clapping and standing and fawning, uggh!

The Constitution does require the President to give a State of the Union report to Congress from time to time. There is no set time table. And, it does not have to be a speech either. Thomas Jefferson preferred to give his State of the Union to Congress in written form. Bless you Thomas Jefferson!