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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsPresident Obama plays tortoise to the media's hare. And we know who wins that one!
I've often thought that the best metaphor for the Obama presidency is the fable about the tortoise and the hare. Of course - in the role of the hare is our linkbait-obsessed media that runs from one form of hysteria to another in a constant quest for "Obama's Katrina," only to tire almost immediately before the story's conclusion. The role of the tortoise is played by our President, who is always focused on the long game ("slow and steady wins the race" . As FLOTUS once said:Here's the thing about my husband: even in the toughest moments, when it seems like all is lost, Barack Obama never loses sight of the end goal. He never lets himself get distracted by the chatter and the noise, even if it comes from some of his best supporters. He just keeps moving forward.
And in those moments when we're all sweating it, when we're worried that the bill won't pass or the negotiation will fall through, Barack always reminds me that we're playing a long game here. He reminds me that change is slow it doesn't happen overnight.
As we approach the finish line, we can begin to see who is going to reach the tape first. Here are some recent "long game" headlines:
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Much More Here: http://immasmartypants.blogspot.com/2014/07/president-obama-plays-tortoise-to.html
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President Obama plays tortoise to the media's hare. And we know who wins that one! (Original Post)
sheshe2
Jul 2014
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mcar
(42,372 posts)1. Well said
I am always amazed at how well he handles the onslaught.
sheshe2
(83,879 posts)2. I agree, thanks mcar. eom
William769
(55,147 posts)3. President Obama seems to foil their every turn.
Here's to him keeping up the good work!
sheshe2
(83,879 posts)4. That he does, William.
Yes indeed.