E. J. Dionne Jr. writes that Pres. Obama has a great historical opportunity to speak directly to Americans about confidence as part of his quest to ameliorate the fiscal crisis. Barack Obama’s “Nothing to Fear” Moment [Washingtonpost.com]. In times of panic like now, we desperately need an inspirational leader like FDR, who bravely told Americans only to fear “fear itself.” I hope he can step up to the plate, but so far on this score he has been a serious disappointment.
