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Originally Posted by GMScud

FYI, I'm fully aware of the difference between debt/deficit. Bragging about lowering the deficit $200B last year seems pretty shortsighted in light of the fact that he's raised the debt by over 5 TRILLION during his presidency. Regardless, to the point of this thread, I'm glad the markets are performing well.

This isn't directed at you, but a point I'd like to reiterate: My criticism of the Obama administration should not be wrongly interpreted as an endorsement of the right wing.

Basically at this point I'm a less abrasive version of NCSkins when it comes to American politics. I'm not really feeling either side.

It's not bragging, it's actually a huge accomplishment given that when he came into office the the deficit was 1.3 trillion and the economy was in the tank. Obama took necessary steps to right the ship that a sane person would take and for that he deserves some credit.