The obvious answer is so they don't get any evidence, but it's possible it is just arrogance. They've largely replaced compromise on legislation with broadened enforcement or lack thereof through signing statements or hidden activities. This is not a recipe for open government or democracy. This is not just an Obama problem, it has been with us a long time.
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If you would only recognize that life is hard, things would be so much easier for you.
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