Our president, who is himself the original complainer-in-chief, should set the example for his critics. A

Almost every sound bite and press conference is a compilation of complaints and whining about Congress not doing what he wants it to do – and that is to agree with him. Obama could learn something about solving his problems by referring to his Democratic predecessor, Bill Clinton.

Outnumbered in his second term, Clinton did something unique: He compromised with Congress and actually got something done. Since compromise is not in Obama’s vocabulary, I see nothing in his future but a bad history lesson.

In my opinion, of course, and with all due respect.

Marc Phillips

Durango