Obama is trying to mend fences and has been advised not to pursue having the photos released.

There are so many advisors whispering in his ears and if their advice is not to release these photos, they won't be released.

He wants to lessen the anti-American sentiment and releasing the photos will not help his cause.

Those who want to see Bush stoned; beheaded; or tried for "criminal war acts" is wasting their time. Charges will never filed against him with or without these photos. I think this is just wishful thinking on some people's part.