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An end to gridlock?

By Alexander Bolton - 02/11/13 05:45 AM ET

If President Obama courts Republicans in Tuesday’s State of the Union speech, he is likely to find willing partners. Both sides are showing a new desire to get things done, but there are no guarantees the spirit will last. 


A sudden outburst of bipartisanship is sweeping Washington, presenting President Obama with an opportunity to move his agenda, but also a challenge to get it done quickly before this window inevitably slams shut. 


In his State of the Union address on Tuesday, Obama will call on the two parties to work together on immigration and gun control — normally divisive issues. 

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