Obama statement about boycotting opening Olympics ceremonies in China

I was wondering when Obama was going to put out a more succinct statement on whether or not to boycott the opening ceremonies of olympics in China.  Hillary came out on Monday to boycott the opening ceremonies (I have my own personal theories on why she did that that particular day but I will keep that to myself for I do applaud her on making a decision on this).

Well Obama has made a formal decision as well

http://blogs.abcnews.com/...

This is Obama's formal statement today:

"If the Chinese do not take steps to help stop the genocide in Darfur and to respect the dignity, security, and human rights of the Tibetan people, then the President should boycott the opening ceremonies. As I have communicated in public and to the President, it is past time for China to respect the human rights of the Tibetan people, to allow foreign journalists and diplomats access to the region, and to engage the Dalai Lama in meaningful talks about the future of Tibet. I am also deeply concerned about China's failure to support efforts to halt the genocide in Darfur. Regarding the Beijing Olympics this summer, a boycott of the opening ceremonies should be firmly on the table, but this decision should be made closer to the Games."

ABCNews has said that Obama has been placed in a difficult position because the largest city in his state, Chicago, is hoping to win the 2016 games.  However, it appears that Obama is going put principle over even his state's interests.  I personally think he will support a boycott.