Resolute

Ah, the President gave a news conference last night. I hate to admit it, but I feel he did ok. I'm sure all the Righties are ecstatic. I guess after 5 years on the job almost anyone can improve. Other bloggers were more critical.

One thing stuck out for me - the President doesn't feel he should listen to the people with regards to his attempt to cripple Social Security:

THE PRESIDENT: Polls? You know, if a President tries to govern based upon polls, you're kind of like a dog chasing your tail. I don't think you can make good, sound decisions based upon polls. And I don't think the American people want a President who relies upon polls and focus groups to make decisions for the American people.

But Pooty-Poot should listen to his people:

THE PRESIDENT: Condi Rice, our Secretary of State, just came back and she briefed me that she had a very good discussion with Vladimir about the merits of democracy, about the need to listen to the people and have a government that's responsive.

To paraphrase the President: Do as I say, not as I do, folks. Move along now, nothing to see here...........