The results of last week’s midterm elections left President Obama somewhat shell-shocked, as the party he represents received a solid defeat nationwide.But the president appears to be reaching out towards creating a cooperative front with the GOP party. Addressing the American people in his weekly radio and online address his Saturday, Obama expressed his desire to work together with the Republicans to achieve what is best for the country. Speaking from Asia, where he is on a 10-day trip, Obama announced that “it’s time to focus on our shared responsibilities and work together.”