Politics | health care summit Winners and Losers of the Health Care Summit Obama, Coburn looked good, Reid and McCain looked bad By Kevin Spak Posted Feb 26, 2010 7:38 AM CST Copied President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden walk back to the White House, from the Blair House, Feb. 25, 2010, after meeting all day with Republican and Democrat lawmakers. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) Neither side came away with what it wanted after yesterday’s bipartisan health care summit, but there were plenty of winners and losers. Chris Cillizza of the Washington Post breaks it down: Winners Tom Coburn—His call to eliminate fraud emerged as a rare point of agreement, getting widespread kudos. President Obama—He looked like a guy genuinely interested in compromise. His performance single-handedly saved the day for Democrats, who otherwise looked unimpressive. The Senate—Not many House members had an impact, except for… Paul Ryan—The GOP’s policy guy cemented himself as a rising star, using actual data to back his points. Losers Harry Reid—He’s more of a behind-the-scenes guy, and his combative performance proved why. John McCain—Looked on the verge of erupting at all times. Genuine Discussion—Despite Obama’s best efforts to keep people on topic, the day saw a predictable stream of talking points. But... Cable News—...Everyone at least stayed civil, leaving cable with few moments to obsess over. Read These Next Kerr County considered a flood warning system years ago. A Texas man's disappearance is fodder for true-crime mania. This is the most 'American' car on the road. What makes a person cool? These six traits. Report an error