Harry Reid : Worst possible outcome on budget showdown would be if GOP backed down . According to the left , Obama won the election and therefore we should do whatever he wants . He notes Obama willing to negotiate with Syria , Russia and Russia but not with House . He says getting elected does not give Obama free rein to enforce his agenda on the unwilling . Gingrich : If Obama caves , it will confirm contempt Obama and Harry Reid hold for Republicans .
Harry Reid : Worst possible outcome on budget showdown would be if GOP backed down . He notes Obama willing to negotiate with Syria , Russia and Russia but not with House . He says getting elected does not give Obama free rein to enforce his agenda on the unwilling . Gingrich : If Obama caves , it will confirm contempt Obama and Harry Reid hold for Republicans .