The former us leader, speaking at an event in Las Vegas, joked with regard to the situation in which Donald trump. According to him, he always tried to find a common language with his advisers and listened to their opinions. Obama believes that it is for this reason, the White house was the epicenter of political scandals.
«There has not been any evil intent, so I didn’t have scandals. I think it’s not something you brag about,» said the ex-President.
Barack Obama spoke at a technology conference, invited by the organizers of the event — company Okta. In addition to the jokes in the direction of the current administration of the White house, the politician spoke about the importance of collective decision-making and a sober view of the situation.
As an example, he cited his experience in the presidency. Obama explained that he always tried to listen to the opinion of the advisors. In addition, he insisted that the team gave him the only truthful information. The politician emphasized the importance of the presence of a team of people able to defend their point of view.
«I was able to make it so people have told me not only what I want to hear. You must consciously get outside of the bubble called «makers obvious solution, «—said Barack Obama.
The former US President also said that when he came to power, the process of the great recession is gaining momentum. The politician is sure that his team was able to cope with challenges and to overcome the crisis in America. When he left office 8 years later, the U.S. economy showed steady growth. According to Obama, he had to take unpopular decisions that eventually brought the country out of crisis.
