President Obama agrees to a compromise on the Bush tax cuts; Progressives upset

As a Liberal who is informed about the sweetheart deals that are in place for the top 2% I am disappointed that the President has decided to compromise on the tax cuts for the rich. Having said that, what I really don't want to hear right now is whining from progressive congressman. Democrats had control of both the House and the Senate and with that power did nothing on these tax cuts. The President ran on lowering taxes for everyone making $250k and below and yet Congressional Democrats couldn't be bothered to take up the matter when they had the political capital to do so. Why these Democrats didn't force Republicans to go on the record before the elections, is beyond me. Did the President fail to push this agenda and rally support - yes, but why would the President be out in front of something that members of his party were not planning on touching. Maybe next time these Democrats will get mad before it is too late and present the voting public with a bunch of simple minded ideas to latch onto, just like the Republicans do. Democrats have taken every opportunity to let Republicans control the message and they act surprised at the results. Get mad at the President if you like but realize the part you play in the Presidents failures.