They're smiling cause Joe is keeping their spirits up. But they're facing a winter of discontent

[Bucky]

The cameras are clicking so the holiday cheery dispositions are turned on.
But they're getting rolled by the system and the hits are just going to get worse in the next few months.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. A man may smile, and smile, and still be a villain...

[Lerkfish]

2. They're smiling because this will be a DLC victory

by definition, the DLC seeks partnership with powerful corporations at the expense of voters.
This health care bill will the shining gem on their crown while they crush the skulls of the dying voters under their steel boots.

[Toots]

3. That smile makes me feel like they are laughing at me.

I am tired of being played for a sucker..