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The Insanity Strategy

By firing off so many big projects at once, Obama's showcasing a brilliant new approach. His goal isn't new legislation—it's to drive his enemies nuts. And it's working.

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By firing off so many big projects at once, Obama's showcasing a brilliant new strategy. His goal isn't new legislation—it's to drive his enemies nuts.

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