Even when the President tries to be nice, the press corps still looks for other motives…

Q Why is he going back tomorrow, on New Year’s Day? Is there a reason? Does he have some engagements tomorrow back at the White House? MR. STANZEL: I am not aware of the President’s schedule tomorrow night after we arrive, so I’m not aware of the specific reasoning — other than I’m sure you all want to get back to your families. Q Is that the reason, to accommodate us? MR. STANZEL: Maybe so. Q I doubt it. (Laughter.) MR. STANZEL: The festive New Year’s spirit, the comity between the press and the administration. (Laughter.) Q Which “comity”? MR. STANZEL: The one with the “t.” (Laughter.) Q It’s a new resolution. (Laughter.)