In this setting Mr Obama was in his element due to his exceptional ability to make an argument based on his encyclopaedic knowledge of the subject matter. It was really no contest - and one quickly had the feeling that Republicans knew they were dead ducks from the outset. The President treated his guests with the utmost courtesy. Even allowing the meeting to go overtime to ensure that Republicans had no reason for complaint. They complained anyway - but left it until after the meeting to whine to the media. Some things never change.
Many years ago I read "The Power of One", an amazing and inspirational book by the famous Australian author Bryce Courtenay. A superb movie based on the book followed. Those who have had the privilege to read it will appreciate it's relevance to this article.
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