Whoa! I never remember seeing language this strong in the Times.
"stunning defeat."
Mr. Obama’s struggle also reflected a longstanding policy of the administration of maintaining a cool distance from Capitol Hill, enraging members of both parties.
[He] seemed genuinely and publicly invested in the outcome in a way he rarely appeared to be on gun control, climate, taxes, even immigration measures that have come before and failed in Congress.
The first time since 2010! Five years! Holy mackerel.
"stunning defeat."
Mr. Obama’s struggle also reflected a longstanding policy of the administration of maintaining a cool distance from Capitol Hill, enraging members of both parties.
"Enraging"! Oh my Lord.
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...the first time he has made a serious personal lobbying effort since 2010, when the health care law was on the Senate floor.The first time since 2010! Five years! Holy mackerel.
