As a Democrat in this Senate, I felt aggrieved by some things the other side has done. I have no doubt they feel aggrieved about some of the things we have done.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I was entirely comfortable reaching across the Senate aisle to work with Democrats.
I lost a lot of territory I really enjoyed having, but there was no doubt I had to do it to help Democrats.
Growing up, when we would get dragged to these events, I didn't want to be there. Over time, as we got older, I developed a real appreciation of the importance of being involved in the democratic process.
I mean, it's pretty disillusioning for all of us right now, and we feel pretty helpless when Congress, their approval rating is thirteen percent, and across the board, whether you're a Democrat or a Republican, you sort of want to walk in and fire everybody.
We have a lot of thoughtful people in the U.S. Senate.
I loved being in the Senate. That was a wonderful experience.
I've been amazed at the degree to which Democrats, in particular, have expressed their enthusiasm for the president's manner with which he handled this budget.
Earth to Democrats: Displaying contempt for the American people when you are being paid by those people to serve their interests is generally not a good political move.
Democrats are so spineless, so afraid to go against the tide... but dissension is the greatest form of patriotism.
Since I'm the president and Democrats have controlled the House and the Senate, it's understandable that people are saying, you know, 'What have you done?'