On the recordMay 19, 2009
It's one of the first serious rebellions we have seen by the Democrats against the president since he took office.
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transcripts.cnn.comIt's one of the first serious rebellions we have seen by the Democrats against the president since he took office.
Gergen discusses the significance of Congress blocking President Obama's plans regarding Guantanamo.
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I think there ought to be a delegation of Republicans like Mitch McConnell who ought to be talking to the President.
I think, basically, this is about power. I think he wants to cripple Joe Biden before he ever gets started.
The midterms really helped him. They transformed the race, best midterm elections for any president in 20 years.
One more sign that he just doesn't give a damn how he changes our traditions and overrides our norms.