The Morning After: What to Expect From Obama

The transcript discusses the White House's preparations and strategy following a bicameral bipartisan meeting. It highlights the President's calls, including one to Tom Cotton, and the anticipation of a statement post-midterm elections. The White House was prepared for potential outcomes, with a focus on not becoming a lame duck administration. The discussion also touches on President Obama's involvement and the Democratic strategy during the midterms.

What was the significance of the President reaching out to Representative Tom Cotton?

• Tom Cotton is a member of the President's party.

• Tom Cotton is a close ally of the White House.

• The President wanted to discuss a new policy initiative.

• It was a strategic move to show willingness to compromise.

What was the White House's approach to the President's post-midterm election statement?

• They were mapping out scenarios based on election outcomes.

• They decided to focus on international issues instead.

• They were preparing for a press conference.

• They planned to avoid any public statements.

What was the White House's expectation regarding the Senate leadership after the midterm elections?

• They expected a Democratic majority.

• They anticipated Mitch McConnell becoming Senate Majority Leader.

• They were unsure about the leadership outcome.

• They expected a bipartisan leadership.

How did the White House prepare for the potential outcomes of the midterm elections?

• They ignored the possible outcomes.

• They were in tune with the political situation and prepared accordingly.

• They relied solely on public opinion polls.

• They focused on international diplomacy.

What was President Obama's reaction to the Democrats' strategy during the midterm elections?

• He was supportive of their approach.

• He believed they should have focused more on local issues.

• He was resentful of their distancing from him.

• He felt they were too reliant on his organization.