. >> rose: we conclude with the analysis of steven pearlstein of the "washington post." >> where was he last year when this could have been done in a much better context, and by the way, in the context of an election year, as opposed to in the context of the clock ticking on the debt ceiling, where, you know, we're playing with fire. and the other side may be quite willing, quite willing to, you know, send this over the edge in order to make their point. >> rose: lew, ryan, pearlstein, when we continue from washington. funding for charlie rose was provided by the following: ♪ if you've had a coke in the last 20 years, ( screams ) you've had a hand in giving college scholarships... and support to thousands of our nation's... most promising students. ♪ ( coca-cola 5-note mnemonic ) every story needs a hero we can all root for. who beats the odds and comes out on top. but this isn't just a hollywood storyline. it's happening every day, all across america. every time a storefront opens. or the midnight oil is burned. or when someone chases a dream, not just a dollar. they are small busin