Oh, I Get It. He's Actually a Comedian.

And his presidency is performance art. Like Kaufman, only grander and no kooky accents.

Now it all makes sense. Because this is fucking hilarious:

Obama did not specifically address the GOP's plans [to immediately try to repeal the health care reform law], but acknowledged, "there's gonna be politics, that's what happens in Washington" when asked if he expects a chilly reception from the new Republican majority.

"They are going to play to their base for a certain period of time. But I'm pretty confident that they're going to recognize that our job is to govern and make sure that we are delivering jobs for the American people and that we are creating a competitive economy for the 21st Century," Obama said.

Ha ha! Good one, Obama. HIGH FIVE!