Barack Obama actually said...

What you see in FDR that I -- I hope my team can emulate is not always getting it right but projecting a sense of confidence and a willingness to try things and experiment.

Context

Obama discusses the lessons he draws from FDR's leadership style during challenging times.

11/17/2008

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