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 StandardPresident 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."