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Which Way, L.A.?

Is Obama Winning the Battles but Losing the War?

President Obama has astonished Washington veterans by achieving so many of the objectives he promised voters during the campaign of 2008.  But, " the mystery remains ."  He "is still widely perceived as flirting with a failed presidency." That's according to a much-read article in Politico, authored by Jim VandeHei and John Harris.

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By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

President Obama has astonished Washington veterans by achieving so many of the objectives he promised voters during the campaign of 2008. But, "the mystery remains." He "is still widely perceived as flirting with a failed presidency." That's according to a much-read article in Politico, authored by Jim VandeHei and John Harris.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Katie Cooper

    Producer, 'One year Later'

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    Christian Bordal

    Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    John Harris

    Politico

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    Steve Kornacki

    Salon.com

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    Michael Tomasky

    Newsweek / Daily Beast

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