I don't know why this is a big surprise for Obama.
The statements from S&P where clear and solid:
18th of April:"In 2003-2008, the U.S.'s general (total) government deficit fluctuated
between 2% and 5% of GDP. Already noticeably larger than that of most 'AAA'
rated sovereigns, it ballooned to more than 11% in 2009 and has yet to
recover.""
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