Suddenly, inexplicably, a very cordial Harry Reid wants to 'work together'

At the same time, he refused to acknowledge Republican alternatives to Democrat bills, wouldn't let anything come to the floor for a vote, and killed every shred of debate whenever he possibly could. To be blunt, if he reached across the aisle, you could be sure there was a knife in his hand. Now, he's hoping that everyone can "work together." Check out the ridiculous statement he released:

“I’d like to congratulate Senator McConnell, who will be the new Senate Majority Leader. The message from voters is clear: They want us to work together. I look forward to working with Senator McConnell to get things done for the middle class.”

Once you're done laughing, you might take a moment to wonder why this crooked little man was previously so disinterested in cooperation. Where does this newfound spirit of togetherness come from? What is different today? What could possibly have changed? I don't know what it is, but it must be something....