President Obama said he welcomed Republicans talking about income inequality ` ` if it actually leads them to take different actions '' Potential 2016 Republican contenders have started highlighting the growing income inequality and urging the party to do the same . The president views the improving economy after a difficult recession as a potential part of his presidency .
President Obama said he welcomed Republicans talking about income inequality `` if it actually leads them to take different actions '' Potential 2016 Republican contenders have started mentioning the growing income gap and pushing the party to do the same . The President views the improving economy after a difficult recession as a potential cornerstone of his legacy .