Democrats on Tuesday received a gift high on their wish list — an invigorated economy that they believe will give President Obama much-needed clout when he faces off with a Republican Congress next year.
Current and former Obama aides say they expect the White House to get a year-end boost from the 5 percent expansion rate of the economy in the third quarter, and expect the president to aggressively talk up the gains in the months to come.
The growth figures also could give the White House new leverage as it seeks common ground with Republicans on a range of policy areas, such as trade and taxes, and as it prepares for battle in others, like changing the healthcare law.
"The proof is in the pudding," one former senior Obama administration official said. "There's really nothing else to say."
Yeah there really is nothing left to say is there?
It seems the minute that the polls closed on November 4th, and before the Republicans could even uncork their champagne bottles to celebrate what they thought was a victory, the President was already opening the can of whoopass that he was planning to present them with for the next two years.
Yes I do G! But not as much as I love you and our amazing Prez. Thanks for all you do and all the best to you and your daughter and all your loved ones. A long time fan in Everett WA
ReplyDeleteCould not ask for a better Christmas and start to the New Year, than President Obama clowning the GOP. Mitch the Bitch, queen obstructionist and all around tool will have the two years he deserves with Rove's Tea Party wacko birds nipping at his ankles, while the remaining sane folks in Congress smack him on the nose with rolled up legislation. Bad dog, Mitch. Bad, bad, dog.
ReplyDeleteHAHAHA - love it!
ReplyDeleteNotice the elephant has no tusks or teeth.
Also note that he/she could just let go of the duck's leg and be free.
Well, all I can say - a lifetime Democrat - is that our biggest problem is our totally incoherent messaging. Please, President Obama and Congressional leaders, please tout these facts from the rooftops. Please...
ReplyDeleteOH YES! A merry, merry and a happy, happy to you, my friend! Going in for more Jameson's, Decaf and a dab of whipped cream. Love, Georgia, USA
ReplyDeleteLooking back at how far we have come ...
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and enjoy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvsMFN9P8AU
I like this one too:
Deletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-8aMbzMD04
Robust economic growth in third quarter raises hopes that a boom is on horizon
ReplyDeletehttp://www.washingtonpost.com/business/economy/robust-economic-growth-in-third-quarter-raises-hopes-that-a-boom-is-on-horizon/2014/12/23/aff3a962-8adf-11e4-8ff4-fb93129c9c8b_story.html
We just re-financed our 30 yr mortgage for a 15 yr mortgage through HARP. Super terms, low paperwork, appraisal only to establish there really is a house to re-finance. It's our Christmas present for the next 15 years saving us almost $100K.
ReplyDeleteThank you, President Obama :)
And a Merry Thanksgiftmas to you, Uncle G!
You know the country is making great progress when even Politico has a story titled "Everything Is Awesome!"
ReplyDeleteAnd still, some of the commenters are complaining about Obama's "failed policies". They simply cannot accept facts.
Merry Christmas to you! What wonderful economic news! Too bad for the GOP. (I typed GOOP by mistake, and I almost left it that way.) They are getting a well deserved trouncing, and Obama is just the coolest guy ever. I love to see him smiling.
ReplyDeleteWe are doing well too. My husband just retired from a major company after 37 years. We have a good pension, good healthcare until Medicare kicks in, and we are now wealthier than I ever dreamed we could be thanks to living within our means, buying efficient vehicles, and paying off our mortgage early (against the wishes of the financial advisor, who later changed his tune! ) Now we can help the grandkids with their college funds, help the two kids if they need it (they won't-both college educated and in professional jobs) and gee, maybe donate a whole bunch anonymously to Democrats for the next election.
ReplyDeleteThank you, President Obama, for all you have done. I haven't agreed with everything, but the country is now on the right track, and the GOP is screwed.
And Jesse, thank YOU for another year of entertainment, disbelief, and education! Your interest in science and kids has made me pay more attention to those areas. Happy Holidays to all!
Gryphen,
ReplyDeleteAre you going to give your readers a Christmas present from your informant tomorrow? Pretty please?
No, I'm not.
DeleteTomorrow historically has the lowest numbers of visitors of the year, so posting it then would be silly.
Plus people should focus on spending time with their families tomorrow and NOT concern themselves with Sarah Palin.
Have a peaceful easy holiday season. Smile and slog the eggnog.
DeleteAny way you cut it 5% for any quarter adjusted any way is phenomenal- and it's a pretty good Christmas present for a POTUS.
ReplyDeleteJust to say:
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays to you Gryph and all our IM members!
Thank you and many blessings for the info and fun.
Merry Christmas Gryphen! to you and yours...from me and mine. thanks for all you do.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all of your hard work Gryphen for all you do everyday and enjoy today, you know, since all we liberals just HATE Christmas and have that imaginary war on Christmas!! Enjoy and all the best for a Palin-free day!!
ReplyDeleteAnd yet the Democrats abandoned him and distanced themselves in the run up to the last election and the Democratic electorate couldn't be bothered to come out and vote and give him the congress he deserved. Pathetic. I magine what he could have done if Democrats cared enough to vote.
ReplyDeleteHere's a little gift for the Republicans...their worst nightmare has just happened. Obama has been crowned.
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Happy Holidays to you Gryphen, and to all your readers!
How about some line item veto powers, eh? Eh?
ReplyDeleteGryphen, during physical therapy, when they get to the
ReplyDeletetorture part, I try and think of every hilarious name you have
named Sarah Palin, and I get through it with no problem.
Nostradumbass will always be my favorite! Thank you
Gryphen. If I were one of the late night comedians, I would
always check your blog for my material. You are a natural!