-Admit that some mistakes have been made, but that now is not the time for retreat. There have been challenges and roadblocks along the way, but commitment to meaningful change will continue in earnest. Will not let the ways of Washington or the special interests block what needs to be done in order to improve our economy and set our nation on a firmer foundation moving forward.-Call out Republicans for their utter obstruction in Congress and for their mischaracterizations and falsehoods. Challenge Democrats to rise to the challenge and govern.
-Continue to make the case for health care reform; challenge congress to work together to pass reform soon; tie health care reform to economy at large and deficit reduction; speak of the tangible benefits to millions of people--in the form of increased consumer protections; quell fears.
-Explain how the current economic situation has come about; outline why your policies--although unpopular--were necessary in preventing the worst case scenario; admit that there is much work left to be done.
-Focus on the working and middle classes; outline what policies you will be proposing in the weeks and months ahead to improve the lives of the middle class in tangible and meaningful ways while at the same time laying the groundwork for a more prosperous, equitable, and secure future.
-Call Republicans out for recalcitrant posture toward financial reform/regulation. Explain why financial reform is needed and how new regulations will protect consumers and aid in preventing a recurrence of the 2008 financial crisis.
-Make the case for why effective, bold government is needed; encourage Congress and the American people to rise to the challenge.
*Note: I plan on posting initial reaction to the speech either later tonight or tomorrow.
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