President Obama spoke to a small group of supporters including George Clooney and Jim Belushi Wednesday night, telling them he understands that some of his backers are frustrated with the pace of progress.
He noted that the prison at Guantanemo Bay in Cuba is still open and that the war in Afghanistan continues.
"I understand" the frustration, he said. "I feel the same way sometimes."
The president spoke at the Beverly Hills home of Bradley and Colleen Bell. Bradley Bell is executive producer of the soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful."
Obama attended two fundraisers at Bell's estate. About 1,000 people attended the first, which featured a concert by the Foo Fighters.