David Axelrod actually said...

"Butler told CNN that he's speaking publicly now because he believes voters should hear the truth before the November election."

"He needs to talk about the day to day struggles that people are having and fit the things he's done and the things he wants to do into the fight to make it work for them."

"And remember, someone said it earlier. He worked in this building for 36 years. He's very comfortable in that kind of environment."

"Fundamentally, what his message should be is I am fighting for your future. The other guy is absorbed by his past and vengeance."