Reply #9: Emanuel is an SOB [View All]

[Bryan]

CoS is a good place for an SOB, and the job neutralizes his rise in the House. Emanuel's experience in Congress should help avoid the many stumbles of Carter and Clinton's early administrations; also, Obama thinks Emanuel has his back, and Obama has demonstrated excellent judgement so far.

Besides, even if Emanuel is a negative influence, CoS is a high-burnout position, and he may not want to stick around for the whole term if he's not having a good time. On paper, it looks like a reasonable decision.