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Ron Fournier

If history is a guide, a victory for Obama means he faces the prospect of a second term dogged by scandal or inertia.

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Based on past examples, when a president wins a second term, they often struggle with problems like scandals or a lack of progress. In Obama’s case, winning again could mean dealing with similar difficulties that slow down or complicate his leadership.

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