by ToddStarnes » Thu Dec 01, 2016 2:58 pm
In broad strokes:
ACA is imperfect but more effective than its unhinged critics think, and also an important step toward single payer.
Removed us from Iraq.
Auto bailout turned out very well.
Important steps toward normalizing relations with Iran, a power in a region in which we have significant interests; reached a non-proliferation agreement with Iran.
Kerry perhaps should get more credit for this, but the respond to Russia's aggression was appropriate, measured and forceful and we rallied reluctant allies to help with this.
TPP was a big win but now that's f**k obviously.
He's been very effective against terrorism overall, with some obvious and well-known exceptions.
Repeal of DOMA.
I liked his steps in the educational domain, especially with respect to cutting out bank middle men that profit off federally guarantees loans and scam for profit universities.
He also simply has the correct demeanor for this job. Calm, collected, methodical and analytical. He was a very good POTUS. He will be missed as we transition to an unqualified, emotional lightweight like President-elect Trump.
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