Until they do, I reserve the right to act within my authority to do what is best for the American people.
Barack Obama: “Until they do, I reserve the right to act within my authority to do what is best for the American people.”
On the recordAugust 18, 2010
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Press Release - President Obama Announces Recess Appointments to Key Administration Posts
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