As he spoke of how a government shut-down would hurt the economy, while the economy is still struggling, he came to an awkward pause. I guess he realized, too late, that by admitting the economy is struggling, he had just contradicted everything he had been saying for the last 6 months. During this time we have been getting nothing but rosy projections about the economy, including enthusiastic reporting of how McDonalds is hiring again. I guess when Democrats create burger flipper jobs, that's a good thing.
After what was truly a downer of what was a rather short statement, but which seemed much longer, the President once again walked away, taking no questions. This is the gutless wonder portion of this President. He takes no questions in these settings, lest he actually be asked something in which he actually has to think on his feet. With a teleprompter, or with questions submitted in advance, the President can look very good. He is very good when rehearsed. But he, and his handlers, know he is a loose cannon when he is off script. He stutters, stammers, is unfocused, and comes across as less than knowledgeable in these settings.
His refusal to step up to the plate and confront tough questions doesn't only mke him seem weak. It confirms it.
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