Humility
by digby
Can I just say once again how much I hate these little "Mission Accomplished" press conferences? I realize that it's human to want to celebrate the (apparent) end of a hard fought battle and that they all loved to be stroked by each other in public, but it's unseemly.
Instead of telling each other how wonderful they all are, perhaps they could spend time time explaining why the bill is important and thanking the American people for their forbearance. They can give each other big smooches and hearty pats on the back when the cameras stop rolling.
Update: The president's remarks were better, as might be expected. I especially like the fact that he noted that the Republicans are filled with "advice," but that it is unlikely to be out of a sincere effort to help their Democratic friends.
Update II: Good to give the individual members who are taking a tough vote a little love from the Pres, though. Some of them may lose their seats, so this could be all they get.
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