Barack Obama: “Sometimes when you're in Washington, you get caught up with the particular legislative battles or media spin on certain…”

I was a little tall for it.

it was nevertheless important that we all play a part in assuring that our elected officials are accountable.

I obviously have a room in his head.

I think when you understand the complexities of America and the contradictions of America, I don’t think it makes you love it less. I think it makes you love it more.