I don't think I've lost any friends. But I'm sure I've strained some friendships. And, look, this is an invigorating job. In some ways, I feel incredibly fortunate to be in this job at a time where the presidency really matters. This is not a caretaker presidency right now. Every decision we're making counts. And my team understands that.
President Obama discusses the challenges of his presidency and the importance of decision-making.
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