[OldDeckHand]

This is not a news conference, where presumably the press acts as a foil to the president, challenging his positions and presenting questions from an opposing point of view - yes, I said presumably.

Having said that, I wonder if the GOP will ask for some rebuttal time, just as given the opposition party when POTUS gives his SOTU address. And, if they ask, will it be granted?

I believe that the GOP should also demand rebuttal time for Obama's comments to public school children on Sept. 8th, as well.

[Uncledave]

I wonder if the GOP will ask for some rebuttal time

Good suggestion there.