Anyone here been to an Obama rally? I'm curious about the security involved?

Question

Definitely no nefarious reason here. I'm just fascinated. Having never been to one of his rallies or some public speech of a president, I'm unfamiliar with what's involved when it comes to security. Are there always metal detectors around the door? Do you notice secret service agents in plain clothes, or suspect it?

What about Obama's huge rally in, I think, oregon, outside. How is it they keep him and presidents safe?

Has security been that effective or is the will just not there anymore to assassinate public figures?

Answer 1

omg you pyscho.

do you want to kill him?

weirdo.

Answer 2

There are always bodyguards right next to him.  There are many agents that walk around in the crowds also.  There's probably snipers too.

The secret service is VERY effective.

Answer 3

BYOB~!!!

Bring your Own Beer~!!!

Answer 4

The security forces are definitely able to sniff out knuckleheads like yourself who are possible assassins trying to figure the security system. You'll probably be getting a visit from the local Feds shortly......