It is a long revisionist road up from the bottom for George W. Bush. He is ranked toward the bottom rung of presidents.

George W. Bush is not only a great president; he was a great candidate.

When the president decides something on Monday, he still believes it on Wednesday - no matter what happened Tuesday.

The audience applauded, even though it was not clear what Bush meant.

This foreign policy stuff is a little frustrating

Next time I tell you someone from Texas should not be president of the United States, please pay attention."

[Shrub Flubs His Dub, The Nation, June 18, 2001]