I felt [empathy] in my heart [as president], but I didn't do it as well--outreach, showing compassion and concern--as well as our sons did.
I am more empathetic than my sons. 
mnli hypothesis: I am more empathetic than my sons.  premise: I felt [empathy] in my heart [as president], but I didn't do it as well--outreach, showing compassion and concern--as well as our sons did.