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In reply to the discussion: Wake up folks: nobody with power gives a fuck about you. [View all]Beacool
(30,247 posts)LBJ was not the nicest guy, but he got things done. When he needed a Congress critter from his party to vote a certain way, he made sure that they understood the consequences of their actions if they didn't vote how he wanted them to vote. He had no qualms about using intimidation. He would angrily get in the person's face and tell him that they either voted his way or he would personally make sure that somebody ran against them when they were up for reelection and that he would personally fundraise for that person. People learned pretty fast not to tick off LBJ.
Clinton did it a different way. He used his Southern charm. He would massage their ego, invite them to the WH, inquire about their families and call them on their birthdays and other special occasions.
Obama does none of the above.