“Talk is very, very cheap. Anyone can say they’ll work together and find common ground.
Well, here’s a few quotes from one article on Forbes.com, mostly from other politicians:
Even when he was in the political minority, Obama sometimes played a critical role. He helped write one of the rare ethics laws in a state known for government corruption and worked on welfare reform with Republicans.
Although police groups opposed the legislation, they say Obama listened to their concerns and accepted some of their suggestions to improve the bill.
even Obama’s allies say he refused to become a rubber stamp for their legislation.
“He always wants to understand an issue and think it through,” said Roberta Lynch, deputy director for Council 31 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. “You have to make your case no matter who you are.”
Allies and opponents alike say he listened to those who disagreed, cooperated with Republicans and incorporated other people’s suggestions for improving legislation.
