Quote by Ron Fournier

If history is a guide, a victory for Obama means he faces the prospect of a second term dogged by scandal or inertia.

If history is a guide, a victory for Obama means he faces th

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This quote suggests that based on past patterns in history, if Barack Obama were to win another term as president, it is likely that his second term would be characterized by either scandal or a lack of progress. The implication is that re-elected presidents often encounter difficulties or controversies during their second term, which could potentially hinder their ability to effectively govern.

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