When a president is elected in the US, the birthplace, hometown, school, hospital, etc. put up plaques. People come forward who witnessed the birth or other evnets. And the city generally celebrates the historical locations and events surrounding the president's life. The C-SPAN bus comes around and starts their presidential series.
None of this has occured, except in Kenya.
Yes, it makes perfect sense...and thats why it’s so “nutty” that it hasn’t been done yet. But I think it will catch on with those who really love Obama.