Politico.com - Picture of the Day: President Obama and Chris Christie Working Together

[Tx4obama]

Picture of the Day: President Obama and Chris Christie Working Together

In an age when Republicans have refused to work with the Democratic President to help Americans in a time of deep financial crisis, it is news worthy when one crosses the aisle.

Governor Christie had done just that, heaping praise on the President for his quick responses and desire to help governors cut through the red tape that might otherwise obstruct quick help.

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There are those who speculate that Christie is doing this for political gain, and there might be truth to that. I’m no fan, but I’ve always seen Christie as an emotional guy who takes pride in his role as Governor. I think he shares with President Obama a desire to be a steward — to take good care of the people. His particular style is very different from Obama’s understated and controlled emotions, but they both clearly want the best for the people whose lives are in their hands.

As we mourn for those whose lives were lost in Sandy and those who lost their homes and businesses, we can take heart that right now, there are elected officials working together for greater good of Americans.

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Full article here: http://www.politicususa.com/picture-day-president-obama-chris-christie-working.html

[Laurajr]

1. It makes Christie look presidential

Working with the democrate. He knows if Obama wins he gets to run for president in 4 years and if Romney wins it might be 8 long horrible years...so he is praising the president and working at looking good for the office.

[spockeye]

2. Christie knows which way the wind blows. n/t

[brewens]

3. I can't say I will ever like the guy but he's miles above some ignorant hag putting a finger

in Obama's face.

[Marthe48]

4. I think Christie proved he is capable of growth

I didn't think that all this time, but he was spewing vitriol. Right now, he is doing his job as a public servant, not playing off the citizens of New Jersey as pawns in an all or nothing game, and he took a big step, imo, toward looking presidential. It's been a LONG time since I've seen a Republican politician look anything but bad.

[spockeye]

5. If Christie gets a big bump from this...

...maybe other repubs will follow suit. Just kidding. They're bought. Wishful thinking.

[Avalux]

6. You can see the emotion in both their faces. I can feel it too.

Whatever stance Christie takes in the future, I really believe he loves his state and is heartbroken. I also believe he is genuinely thankful for Obama's help.

[Cha]

7. I'll know Christie will be back to dissing the Prez once this is over..like

he did after Irene. But, this is Now and I'm so Glad he's Recognizing Pres Obama and his Team for the Job they are doing!


.. with Federal Emergency Management Agency administrator Craig Fugate

http://theobamadiary.com/

He could be a repub gov who would be partisan about this..doesn't hurt that it's a Blue State. I keep wondering what would bobby jingal be saying?

[Doctor Jack]

9. He will likely keep his mouth shut until after the election

I think it is very clear that he wants Romney to lose. Even at their convention, he didn't even talk about Romney. He has known all along that Romney isn't going to win and he really isn't going to do anything to help him now.

[Cha]

11. That's right, Dr Jack.. Christie talked about

Christie! I hope he does wait until after..it won't be long now!

[doublethink]

13. wouldn't it be something if Sunday night ...

Christie ... endorses ... Obama ...

[Cha]

14. That would be a

little weird

[Doctor Jack]

8. He is a shrewd man

He can tell Romney is going to lose and he sees an opening for 2016. Rumor has it, once Romney bites the dust next week, the moderates in the party are planning a coup of the GOP leadership. If their party moves out of the fringe and back into something remotely resembling a mainstream party, Christie would be well positioned to get on the top of the ticket.

Not to say he isn't doing the right thing, working with Obama and actually giving a shit, but it is a once in a lifetime opportunity to take down Romney and set himself up for 2016.

[benld74]

10. The squeeky wheel gets the grease,,,,

[Squinch]

12. I'm no fan of Christie's but he's doing a stupendous job in an impossible situation.

[bklyncowgirl]

15. i have a tree on my house & no power. Politicians acting like growups is finewi

With me and everyone here.