But there were plenty of opportunities for the administration to make points on particular issues.
"We're going to have to make progress on economic issues."
He is also going to make more speeches on foreign issues in the coming month.
Democrats were perceived as the party that would make better decisions on social issues like education and health care.
As often happens, people may be ahead of their lawmakers in making progress on social issues.
The two sides did make some progress on other issues.
Before this she worked as a media professional and made a few documentary films on social issues.
She has truly made a difference on child care, the city budget and other important issues.
The Greenspan mark will be made on long-term issues, where he must focus early.
Achieving such a peace will also make a substantial impact on other issues.