WASHINGTON – At last night’s White House State Dinner honoring former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry, Vice President Biden managed to ignite a bit of a firestorm during his address to the honoree and distinguished guests. After thanking Mayor Barry for his public service and congratulating him on his many accomplishments, the vice president strayed off-script and embarked on a bewildering oration that left some of the dinner guests uneasy and all of the guests confused. Mr. Biden’s discourse began to meander wildly when his subject matter shifted from Marion Barry to Mrs. Obama’s new haircut. “I’ve always been a big fan of the Beatles,” Biden said, “so I would be remiss if I didn’t take a moment and compliment the first lady on her lovely new hairstyle. You look beautiful, my dear. That’s a good lookin’ head of hair.” Mrs. Obama shyly waved as the dinner guests applauded. “It’s a very hip look,” he continued. “I think in the hood they call that ghetto chic. Am I right?” The vice president winked at the first lady. Mrs. Obama forced a smile as a few uncomfortable laughs pierced the silence. “And Mr. President, I know you’re excited about that new hairdo. […]