Both Obama, GOP have laid out hard lines for tough talks ahead
Martina Stewart,
CNN Political Producer
Updated 1:59 PM EST,
January 4, 2013
Obama back to the 'politics of gridlock'
STORY HIGHLIGHTS
House Speaker John Boehner says he won't negotiate legislation with the president
Zelizer: House GOP won't acknowledge Obama's mandate, Boehner not in control of caucus
Navarrette: Obama needs to stop practicing "defiance politics," needs to lead
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell could be instrumental in upcoming battles
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