Barack Obama actually said...

We ask those who've benefited the most over the last three decades, we ask them to do a little bit more.

I would love nothing more than to have the Republicans say, 'We're gonna be focused on trying to solve problems and not score political poin...

So while it is not yet Hanukkah, let's give thanks for our blessings, for being together to celebrate this wonderful holiday season.

This is also a time to be grateful for our friendships, both with each other and between our nations.