I suspect it will be about the same difference. With many Clintonites (As well as a Clinton!) in some positions and a Bush appointee as Secretary of Defense, change might only be seen by those on drugs. I suspect that with the 2008 election behind him, 2012 is now on Obama's mind. I think policy decisions will be based on poll numbers and the need for 2012 campaign cash.
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