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In reply to the discussion: Breaking: Obama to Call for End to N.S.A.’s Bulk Data Collection [View all]lostincalifornia
(4,879 posts)President inherits a situation, and oh my instead of just "shooting at the hip", he analyzes the situation to determine the ramifications, risks, infringements, and such, then takes an action.
He did this for don't ask don't tell, and every other major issue he deals with, including the Chimera situation.
It is actually refreshing to see somebody who gives thought to something before acting
Gee, I guess that makes him "weak or indecisive" as some would say.
Some would say he would not have done this if Snowden hadn't exposed the NSA issues, however, do they remember after that happened, Obama said this should be debated and looked at, and he would start looking at it.
People really don't appreciate what they have, from the Lilly Ledbetter Act, the ACA, preventing a great depression, saving the U.S. auto industry, and so many other issues, unfortunately they most likely won't appreciate the accomplishments until years after he is out of office.