I understand there is a contingent of House Republicans who are going to break with the tea party and engage in negotiations. Apparently Obama and Boehner get along fairly well and were very close to striking the "grand bargain." With electoral politics out of the way for at least six months (2014 looms!) it is in Omama's and Boehmer's best interest to push through a tax and deficit cutting deal,and move us away from the cliff. It is also something that would enhance both men's legacies. Obama would be seen as a better president and Boehner a better and stronger speaker of the house. Let's hope they can do what Reagan and Tip O'Neill did.