Shock, confusion, fear, anger, grief, and defiance. On Sept. 11, 2001, and for the three days following the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil, President George W. Bush led with raw emotion that reflected the publics whipsawing stages of acceptance. – Ron Fournier
If history is a guide, a victory for Obama means he faces the prospect of a second term dogged by scandal or inertia. – Ron Fournier
Republicans would have preferred the court overturn the health care bill, an act that would have underscored Obamas biggest liability – the perception among voters, including those who like and trust him, that he has been ineffective. – Ron Fournier
AP promoted me to the White House beat because I knew Clinton, his family, friends, and staff better than anybody in the national press corps. Those contacts helped me break a few stories and get my career in Washington jump-started. – Ron Fournier