A brutal loud mouth isn’t a problem. It is our best hope to get some serious rivalry and tension going between the Executive and Legislative Branches. The Dems controlled it all during Carter’s time, but they were at each others’ throats due to Carter’s imperious behavior.
Rahm never felt appreciated by Nancy for the work he did bringing in new blood in 2006 and securing her position. O brought Rahm in to be a thorn in her side and keep her in her place and Rahm is more than happy to oblige. Grab your popcorn.
I’d also wonder about his loyalty to the Clintons. Watch for unflattering leaks coming out of the White House. If so, Hillary will take on O in 2012.