How Sarkozy stood up to Obama

French President sets himself up for a little mockery. Here's a classic example, taken at Saturday's D-Day commemoration in Normandy.

Speaking from the same podium as Barack Obama, Sarkozy added about six inches to his five feet five by standing on a little stool. Added to his custom-crafted elevator shoes, this took him up to the same altitude as the six-feet-two US president.