even though the labor force has grown since then by nearly 11 million workers. this is staggering. in other words, the president's economic plan, the stimulus, the bailouts, more big government stuff, failed. but don't worry. john mccain thinks the president is getting the message. >> i think it's pretty clear the president has really pivoted to a much more centrist position, which i think makes it much easier for us to work with him. >> laura: excuse me if i don't strike up the band. listen to president obama addressing students at penn state this week. >> you show us the best ideas to change your game on the ground, we'll show you the money. [ applause ] >> we will show you the money. state and local government. >> laura: now senator mccain, does that sound like a president pivoting to you? show me the money? this is classic obama. he identifies the problem, then he proposes a government solution.