Originally Posted by Sitka deer
And it was also fine to say "I will have more flexibility in my second term."


Obama to Russia: ‘After My Election I Have More Flexibility’ - The Weekly Standard

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President Obama: "On all these issues, but particularly missile defense, this, this can be solved but it’s important for him to give me space."

President Medvedev: "Yeah, I understand. I understand your message about space. Space for you…"

President Obama: "This is my last election. After my election I have more flexibility."

President Medvedev: "I understand. I will transmit this information to Vladimir, and I stand with you."