• Bill passed to replace sequester
• passed bill to freeze rate hikes
• President’s proposal doesn’t do anything to cut spending, reform entitlements
• Trying to bridge differences difficult
• Obama and Congressional leaders need to work together to solve problem
• Not going to address spending problem by kicking the can down the road
• Not getting the votes for Plan B not a reflection on his leadership (Yes. Yes it is…)
• Not concerned about losing position