Colin Powell fears Obama is taking on too much

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Former Secretary of State Colin Powell tells reporters in Ohio he fears President Barack Obama is trying to tackle too many issues at once.

Powell said Monday before a speech at the University of Akron that he’s concerned Obama is “biting off too much.” He says Americans are resilient and versatile but there’s a limit to how much can be absorbed by society.

Powell says his advice to the White House is to stay focused on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and the economy.

Powell, who endorsed Obama’s campaign, says the president has done a “pretty good job” to stabilize the financial system.