http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/...rticle1827440/
Obama turns back on his party to extend Bush-era tax cuts
Democrats have had a few nicknames for Barack Obama since “The One” entered the White House. Their newest is Brutus.
Forced to choose between standing with the Democratic leadership and his own liberal base, or compromising with the ascendant Republicans in Congress, the U.S. President opted to turn his back on his own party.