Obama is capable – as evidenced by his first-term success with health care reform. But mandate-building requires humility, a trait not easily associated with him. – Ron Fournier
By nominating Chuck Hagel to be his Defense secretary, President Obama is putting forward an aloof contrarian who doesnt suffer fools – a striving politician who considers himself above politics. – Ron Fournier
The failure of the White House and Congress to seriously address the nations fiscal situation is certain to broaden the belief among many voters that the U.S. political system is broken. – Ron Fournier
One side of the American psyche wants smaller government, lower taxes, and more choices for individuals, even if those choices increase risk. The other wants a strong social safety net to protect the weakest among us, even if it costs more to minimize risk. – Ron Fournier