As talks approach a crucial stage, President Obama and Speaker Boehner have the opportunity to make history and salvage Washington’s reputation. But they have a short time to surmount long odds.
President Obama and Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) face a transformative moment as deficit negotiations build toward their climax.
For both men, a sweeping deal would be a signature achievement that burnishes their reputations and legacies.
The call of history is strong. Obama, having massively reshaped American healthcare in his first term, has the opportunity to make a pact that repairs the nation’s balance.
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