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Saturday, 05/03/2008 @ 05:42 PM

To whom it may concern:

As the election proceeds and the Bush administration nears its end, as a citizen I reflect on the 8 years President Bush has spent in office. Agree or disagree with the policies of a President, I hold each one in high regard and thank them for their service and leadership. In my lifetime I've seen each President leave office with more gray hair and wrinkles than when they entered, a testament to four or eight years of hard work and worry. President Bush certainly deserves the same respect and thanks.

There is no doubt I disagree with some of President Bush's policies. Like many Americans I dislike the level of spending approved by this administration and urge future administrations to change government spending habits to become less wasteful. I am at odds with President Bush and his policies on illegal immigration. Enforcement must be the first part of any policy to address this situation.

But as an American, overall, I am proud of President Bush and his administration, and the work he has done to lead this country with integrity, honesty, and calm in the face of many difficult situations. President Bush's handling of 9/11 and overall the war on terror has been extraordinary. Through these efforts he has accomplished his job to protect America and her interests all over the world. The same can be said of all of the business President Bush has conducted. His performance reflects solid ideals, and the faith he expresses has clearly contributed to a strong character and to admirable qualities as both a leader and human being.

A President is a reflection of the American people as a whole, projected across the world. President Bush has projected an image for America of strength, tempered by humanity. It's an image I am proud to have. I hope that the next President can do the same.

Thank you President Bush for a job well done.

Stay the Course,

fcabanski

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	merlion, on 05/04/2008 @ 12:46 AM wrote:
		Thank you for giving a balanced look at President Bush's Term in office. One man cannot please everyone on every issue, but I think he has done a good job as well.

	BennyBoy, on 05/05/2008 @ 06:25 PM wrote:
		I was just thinking about writing a letter very similar to this one! Good job fcabanski.

	Bees, on 05/06/2008 @ 12:26 PM wrote:
		Your letter is well written and I can understand the position. However, I think that loyalty and thanks are misplaced on someone who did not win the popular election and has not served the wishes of the people.

	adamwebber, on 05/06/2008 @ 01:49 PM wrote:
		I agree 100%. I feel that the popular liberal agenda has brain washed much of America into thinking President Bush has done nothing good for our country. Despite his downfalls, I am proud of his overall performance as a president and of the way he has represented us as a country, "of strength, tempered by humanity." Well put!

	optimate, on 05/06/2008 @ 08:33 PM wrote:
		Bees, in our system of government it doesn't matter if a candidate doesn't win the popular election. John Quincy Adams didn't win it either--was he a pretender to the throne?

	JM4Change, on 05/06/2008 @ 09:26 PM wrote:
		I appreciate that you respect the office of the president, and to this day it bothers me to hear people just tee off on the guy. That being said, a legacy of multiplying the national debt, entering into a 6+ year occupation of a distant autonomous country, creating the disaster that is "no-child left behind", and seemingly ignoring limitations on presidential power - this is not a job well done IMO.

	racyrefinedraj, on 05/06/2008 @ 10:01 PM wrote:
		"President Bush has projected an image for America of strength, tempered by humanity." Iraqi prisons, guantanamo bay, waterboarding right here in the U S of A, warrant less searches, detaining without charge. These are not marks of humanity. These are tools of power and fear.

	fcabanski, on 05/07/2008 @ 10:19 AM wrote:
		"Iraqi prisons, guantanamo bay, waterboarding right here in the U S of A, warrant less searches, detaining without charge. " Three known terrorists were waterboarded, and all three had info on known, in progress terror plots. Those detained in Gitmo are enemy illegal combatants, they fight without uniform or responsibility for their actions. Why should they have more rights than legal combatants who wear uniforms, and who would be detained without question or trial for the duration of hostilities?

	JDog, on 05/07/2008 @ 05:08 PM wrote:
		Bees - Mr. Bush did win the popular vote in 2004. Are you still whining about the 2000 election? A Clinton appointed Supreme Court ruled in favor of Mr. Bush. I believe he won that election fairly. As to the letter itself, I believe only time will tell as to the true outcome of Bush Jr.'s legacy.

	ummhafsa, on 05/07/2008 @ 09:54 PM wrote:
		President Bush would not be President if he weren't such a successful thief. And the American form of elections have become so corrupted, god only knows when there will ever be an honest election again.

	fcabanski, on 05/07/2008 @ 10:44 PM wrote:
		"And the American form of elections have become so corrupted, god only knows when there will ever be an honest election again." Only the next time a Democrat wins the Presidency, right?

	FastLane8, on 05/08/2008 @ 05:21 PM wrote:
		As a freedom loving nation we must require accountability from everybody and that includes a president especially and accord respect whenever it's due.

	Arianllyn, on 05/11/2008 @ 04:47 AM wrote:
		Your letter is certainly well-written, as others have noted, and you are certainly entitled to your opinion. However, I do not share it. The Presidency, not the President, is a reflection of the American people - or should be. The President is a person, nothing more, nothing less. President Bush has projected the image of a bumbling idiot, tempered by insanity and ruthless greed. It's an image that destroyed, in less than a year, all of the goodwill that the rest of the world had for us following the attacks of 9/11. His policies have destroyed our economy, going from a budget surplus to a record deficit of trillions of dollars. We are now in a recession (regardless of what he seems to think - "slow down"? Ha!) which will not be fixed by the economic stimulus package he endorsed (although I must say that I do look forward to receiving my rebate!). Gas prices continue to rise, which will effect every sector of the economy, and he, slave to the corporate oil interests, does NOTHING.

	fcabanski, on 05/11/2008 @ 12:36 PM wrote:
		"The Presidency, not the President, is a reflection of the American people" To turn a phrase, horse hockey. The Presidency is represented by the President. Each one stamps himself on the office, and while in office carries it with them in their every word and action. The Presidency, and in fact every institution created by mankind, is a reflection of people. We need go no further than that to deflate Arianllyn's argument. On one hand arianllys says the office and not the man is important, and then on the other says that Bush has destroyed the office. That is contradictory.

	whema, on 05/11/2008 @ 07:27 PM wrote:
		Couldn't agree more. While no president has had everyone agree with all their decisions, I do applaud President Bush on the fact that once he says something, he stays with it, and doesn't change course based upon the latest polls. We elect these people to represent us, not to be the puppets of the media, or some demographic analysis firm.

	jaminthebody, on 05/12/2008 @ 01:46 PM wrote:
		I've noticed the change in hair color and wrinkles for a while too. I also do not agree with everything he did, but I admire the man. During his time in office, he has experienced unprecedented circumstances yet he has always stood by his principles. I suppose that is why I have always voted for people who share my principles in elections.

	sunny73, on 05/13/2008 @ 11:32 AM wrote:
		I applaud anyone with the tenacity to attempt to do the job of President of the United States. The decisions he's made have all been based on advice he's been given. Even those that constantly bash him have to remember that. I'm sure many people felt Abraham Lincoln was crazy back in his day, but what do the history books now portray him as?

	CommiePinkoLib, on 05/13/2008 @ 02:11 PM wrote:
		Astounding. Misled into a war for non-existent weapons, squandering of our budget surplus, vastly wasteful spending (he was a Republican right?), the sanctioning of torture, the mismanagement of two wars, blatant law-breaking vis a vis the FISA act, the shame of American gulags, decay of the public education system, consolidation of power in the executive, politicization of virtually every facet of government, and on and on, are you kidding? Bush has not been a good conservative, nor a good President. His policies have been disasterous. I believe Bush is a well-intentioned man. I'm not a basher of the person, I don't think he's dumb or dishonest, etc., but his policies have been an unmitigated disaster. Time WILL tell, but time has already done-told on some of these issues.

	wizdoom, on 05/13/2008 @ 03:58 PM wrote:
		Our president has almost corroded my faith in politics. He has been a part of one of the most deadly wars, new Orleans situation. Thats terrible. I would rate him 1 on 9.

	Benjaminna, on 05/13/2008 @ 08:15 PM wrote:
		There are things President Bush has done that I don't agree with but I think you will have that with every President. No President will ever be perfect and please everyone all the time. No matter what your political party is.

	Jules1227, on 05/13/2008 @ 08:58 PM wrote:
		I totally disagree with this letter - Bush has done absolutely nothing to further this country - in fact, he has hurt us a great deal in respect of how we are viewed in the rest of the world (which was not good to begin with). He has taken the surplus left by the Clinton administration, squandered it on a war based on lies (and continues to do so each and every day) and his handling of 9/11 was certainly not "extraordinary" - I would only use that adjective when describing the men and women of the fire departments, police departments, etc., certainly not a man who, when told what had occurred, looked like a deer caught in headlights - this is the same person whose family has business dealing with the Bin Laden family and who has made money off this war. Bush has very nearly caused the destruction of this once great country - can't be rid of him soon enough - he should have been impeached for war crimes!

	cupid, on 05/14/2008 @ 05:14 AM wrote:
		the worst president i have seen in my recent years. He just ruined this great country in 8 years. Its going to be very hard for the next person to clear up the existing mess.

	BennyBoy, on 05/14/2008 @ 09:38 PM wrote:
		No one has mentioned that there have not been any terrorist attacks since 9/11 and I would say Bush's admin has to get credit for this. It would have been interesting to see how different his things would be if 9/11 never happened. I think a lot on the left would have still found something to dislike him for especially since he "stole" the election in their eyes.

	whisk666, on 05/16/2008 @ 02:48 AM wrote:
		The day the Supreme Court appointed Bush was the saddest day in American History. Eight years later we have a travesty of a war, loss of our dearly held freedoms, torture, deficit, a terrible economy, and unresolved devastation in the wake of Katrina, just to name a few small things. These will be the only legacies this administration leaves behind.

	SWIFFJUSTICE, on 05/20/2008 @ 06:24 PM wrote:
		I must agree with this letter although i have disagreed on occasions with our president he has protected us pretty well.

	cmlm02, on 05/22/2008 @ 12:19 PM wrote:
		You wrote : "A President is a reflection of the American people as a whole, projected across the world." The image projected by our president is one of arrogance and disregard. How can we respect the person in an office who has not provided respect for the opinions of those he represents?

	amanda, on 05/22/2008 @ 01:17 PM wrote:
		Well you are certainly more generous than I am - I feel that his policies and decisions have done our country much harm. I'll be glad to see his back.

	FAMAM_1975, on 05/24/2008 @ 09:16 AM wrote:
		Although I appreciate that you can acknowledge the faults of President Bush's administration and admire your loyalty to your belief in him, I think his presidency has caused irreparable harm to our country that even our great grandchildren will still be fixing.

	JDog, on 05/24/2008 @ 04:21 PM wrote:
		If Bush has caused "irreparable harm", how can we fix it? The truth is, no harm has been done, and nations find favor and disfavor as time goes on. Bush has made his mistakes, but our country is in a better state than when he started.

	maxxster, on 05/25/2008 @ 01:47 PM wrote:
		I completely disagree with this letter. Bush should have done a better job of a president. I have all respect for the president's post but no respect for Bush. Waiting for the change and hope for the better.

	SUFFERERSO, on 05/27/2008 @ 11:03 AM wrote:
		Our nation is still very strong ,English is still the dominant language we speak,and i have slept with the assurance that i wouldn't awaken to the site of foreign paratroopers floating from the sky,so bush has done his job...almost.

	Harley20, on 05/31/2008 @ 05:26 PM wrote:
		Thank you for taking the time to compose such a letter, commending a man who deserves a thankful people for his service.

	JenoHubay, on 06/02/2008 @ 09:30 PM wrote:
		Integrity? Honesty? Come on! You can't think we're that naive! This president has been a disaster, for conservatives, for progressives, for libertarians - for anyone devoted to democracy, truth, or diplomacy. We have no responsibility to respect a president who is either grossly incompetent or willfully destructive.

	phmcd, on 06/05/2008 @ 05:56 AM wrote:
		Bravo. About time someone objectively looks at his accomplishments. I not sure anyone could have done any better in the situation he was in.

	pauld43, on 06/05/2008 @ 11:07 PM wrote:
		I admire President Bush and he has my utmost respect.I believe he is a man of convictions and has a lot of guts.He don't do whats popular but what he believes is right.

	CrystalD, on 06/07/2008 @ 02:03 PM wrote:
		I have to say I am very impressed by your letter. In an age where everyone has gotten used to (even expects) to trash people and discredit them, it is refreshing and edifying to see someone respect the man in the oval office because he is the man in the oval office. While I too disagree with aspects of President Bush, the one thing I think everyone knew going in is that he stands for what he believes in and you don't really have to question what his position is on various issues. He'll gladly tell you in clear terms. To me that attribute shows character and I wish more politicians had it. CrystalD

	cbburke1116, on 06/09/2008 @ 10:07 AM wrote:
		I am also proud of the president. He has managed the country through a terroist attack, multiple natural disasters, and two wars.

	SAdams, on 06/09/2008 @ 12:42 PM wrote:
		He has not done a good job, try telling all the soldiers that have died in Iraq and Afgahnistan that it was worth it. Just so he can chase the oil dollars.

	towalkindignity, on 06/09/2008 @ 03:34 PM wrote:
		It's refreshing to see someone who holds the office of president in such high esteem. However, perhaps it would be better to save our thanks for those who act with integrity and honesty for those who actually do.

	pbrown69, on 06/09/2008 @ 08:59 PM wrote:
		I think that in the long run, history will justify your view...Yes, he's made mistakes, as has every President, but he's done the best job he can and he's not a puppet or the anti-Christ.

	coldfire101, on 06/10/2008 @ 12:38 PM wrote:
		No matter the constant criticisms against his integrity, He did not lie about anything. He got the same information as our intelligence agencies, Congress, and other countries leaders. He did what he had to do with the backing of the majority of Congress and the UN. Our President George W. Bush has been a decent President in very troubling times. He has been the victim of the most vile smear campaign ever to be unleashed on a sitting President.

	MadScience, on 06/11/2008 @ 12:14 PM wrote:
		I sympathize with your opinions, but I believe that although President Bush has meant well, he made some major errors in his policies. The war in Iraq and the drastic cuts in the scientific research budget and educational budgets nationwide are only a few examples.

	AnnaBov, on 06/11/2008 @ 03:25 PM wrote:
		The president is a figure head--he is not the government. Without the backing of congress, the war could not have lasted more then a month. Media has been incredibly cruel to Bush and his family, and it has been shameful. That being said, I am very excited to see a change--as excited, I'm sure, as Bush is to finally exit the limelight.

	candyapple, on 06/12/2008 @ 05:44 PM wrote:
		A job well done? You have to be kidding right? Is a job well done constantly lying to the citizens of this country and leading them into Iraq on these lies? What about bankrupting the country? Making it a laughing stock to the international community? Ignoring the global warming threat until it was too late? Ignorance and deceit do not come from leaders with integrity.

	msbyte, on 06/13/2008 @ 07:29 PM wrote:
		Thank you for this well thought out letter. People have no idea how far we have come from that horrible day that most of us remember. We have a generation now that does not know anything about 9/11, they don't know how we felt as we were at work, in our homes, and schools watching in horror as our country was attacked by the greatest evil in the world, terrorism. All of our presidents, past and present deserve the respect that they have given a portion of their lives to serve our country. That is truly dedication to something greater than oneself.

	leto17, on 06/15/2008 @ 08:12 AM wrote:
		The economy is in dire straits in no small part to the devaluing of the dollar thanks to policies he supports that were put in place by the fed. His intervention in Iraq has robbed our ability to negotiate with OPEC over lowering oil prices. He mismanaged Katrina. We may very well leave Iraq with the job undone thanks to the incompetance of his administration. His approach in Afganistan is little better. His adminsitration may lose us 2 wars.

	jeromecrackwellIII, on 06/16/2008 @ 12:24 AM wrote:
		The GOP is counting on your blind patriotism, and minor "disagreements' to utilize as fodder to fuel a machine that has (and may continue to) RAPE the constitution. The image of the bush presidency that you have IS FAR FROM the image that is viewed across the world. and i hope to GOD that the world doesn't superimpose his flaws upon the whole of America... i would hate to be seen as an incompetent, arrogant, violent person, unable to navigate even the outer limits of civility and DIPLOMACY...

	delzakiya, on 06/16/2008 @ 11:52 AM wrote:
		I think your thoughts actually honor the office as opposed to the man. I respect the office, but the more I hear of lies and coverups, the more I am convinced that he is not as honorable as one would have hoped.

	rhinog, on 06/16/2008 @ 12:16 PM wrote:
		I think we do owe him thanks because most of us would not want such a huge responsibility. We criticize and complain about him and the administration,but they have done the best they can and I am grateful for that.

	m_kim5553, on 06/16/2008 @ 03:27 PM wrote:
		I don't think I can say he "job well done," but it is the hardest job in America and he doesn't deserve as much constant ridicule as he receives. I actually just blogged about this earlier today, whether you like him or not (I fall with the majority of the country that says "NOT!") he's the president and deserves the respect we give to other past presidents.

	perryw9202, on 06/17/2008 @ 06:23 AM wrote:
		Overall I agree with this letter. I believe President Bush has taken more than his fair share of mean spirited abuse. I certainly don't agree with all of his policies either and but thank you for your 8 years of service and may you next 8 years be more relaxed and enjoyable.

	xoxobethanyxox, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:12 AM wrote:
		You are fully allowed to state your opinion here, but I also disagree. There are many past presidents who have left the office after eight years and americans who reluctantly watched them leave as they were great in the presidency. However, Bush is not included in this list and his popularity has gotten lower and lower over the past year.

	skelly7483, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:34 AM wrote:
		Thank you Bush for all you have done, this letter is very classy. Bush was a great president and all should be proud.

	Shiloh33, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:43 AM wrote:
		Strongly disagree. Had the man been impeached as he should have been would you still be defending hos Presidency? I am 48 and he is the worst President in my lifetime, I can defend nothing he did.

	rdgoldean, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:50 AM wrote:
		We all know that each presidency is only judged accurately in retrospect after many years. Bush's presidency will be judged this same way, with much emphasis given to the IRAQ War and the Global War on Terror.

	kmc0107, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:51 AM wrote:
		I like you have disagreed with some aspects the Bush presidency. I do feel that overal he did an OK job considering after only 9 months in office he had to deal with the worst terrorist attack on American's and the fall out of that.

	Jeskel83, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:53 AM wrote:
		I don't beleive that he has done a good job, I think this is one of the worse states american has been in for a long time. ANd there is noone else to blame than the president, because before his term we were defintely not in this situation. Okay yes there was an attack but some can say that should and could be handled diff.

	MsMisunderstood, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:53 AM wrote:
		I agree. No matter who had been in office following the events of 911, they would have been scrutinized. Bush's duty to this country should not go unrecognized. I realize that he has made some mistakes along the way - though I would have liked to see his worst critics do a better job. They are great back seat drivers!

	JenEGolden, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:57 AM wrote:
		As a political conservative, it pains me to admit that George Bush will leave behind a legacy of trampling on the US Constitution and pandering to oil companies.

	popedragon, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:02 AM wrote:
		Honestly, his spending is what has upset me the most. The money that is going to this war could be put to much more important things here in this country.

	leereba437, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:04 AM wrote:
		I tend to think of his run in terms of "how would I feel" and the fact that if I were put into a situation where I had to make worldly decisions that must not only please the american people but the republican party as well, I know personally I would probably give up. His reaction to events in times of crisis have been amazing. Thanks Bush!!

	SammySunshine, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:31 AM wrote:
		I agree that the President deserves our respect, as citizens who elected him to our nation's highest position. I used to defend his ideals and his position on the war on terror, however in the past few years it seems more like he is admitting he was wrong about WMD, yet unwilling to pull out. Meanwhile, Afghanistan is going to hell in a handcart, and the job we started there was never really finished in order to make occupancy in Iraq. I do admire Bush greatly for his faith, and standing strong in the face of great adversity. I hope his faith is what can carry him through any other trials he may face after his term ends. God be with him.

	dman45456, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:41 AM wrote:
		How has Bush's reaction to 911 been extradionary??? He completely blew off our goverment when we had a document prior to 911 saying that Osama was planning an attack on the World Trade Center.

	SammySunshine, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:55 AM wrote:
		I agree that the President deserves our respect, as citizens who elected him to our nation's highest position. I used to defend his ideals and his position on the war on terror, however in the past few years it seems more like he is admitting he was wrong about WMD, yet unwilling to pull out. Meanwhile, Afghanistan is going to hell in a handcart, and the job we started there was never really finished in order to make occupancy in Iraq. I do admire Bush greatly for his faith, and standing strong in the face of great adversity. I hope his faith is what can carry him through any other trials he may face after his term ends. God be with him. SammySunshine

	Honey1r, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:57 AM wrote:
		I can not respect anyone, let alone the person who holds the lives of millions of people and countless resources in his hand, who conducts business with lies and hate. This country has lost all credibilty from any government or people because of this administration's arrogance and total disregard for any law body including the United Nations, a body we help forge into existence. The only people who can not see the travesty that this government has pulled on the citizens of this country are those who choose to continue to view life through rose colored glasses.

	mmmpeachy, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:05 AM wrote:
		Finally, someone who recognizes that, no matter what, this man (President Bush) served his country for 2 terms in a way which he thought best. You don't have to completely agree with his choices or politics to appreciate his service. Thank you Mr. President!

	sim18169, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:28 AM wrote:
		It is all too often in these times where there is no respect for the office of president, well at least since the Vietnam War which is somewhat understandable. However, I still feel that even when things go bad they could be worse. Sure president bushes tenure was bumpy and many things happened, he could have handled things differently but at least America is still America, and not ruled by terror or a foreign country. Sure, the economy is bad and jobs are leaving America but that is from corporations trying to turn profit since Americans are becoming more thrifty shoppers making ‘made in America’ branded products expensive. All in all a president is still doing the hardest job in the country at least show some respect

	kmtchllx2, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:53 AM wrote:
		I do understand that President Bush Carried our country through a very hard and tumultous time however, I don't agree with his use of it to justify a war and wasteful spending.

	ashez143, on 06/17/2008 @ 10:48 AM wrote:
		I think your letter was well written. Although I feel like Bush couldn't please everyone on every given topic at hand, I do feel as though he let down his fellow Americans, which speaks for itself.

	bcamber19, on 06/17/2008 @ 11:01 AM wrote:
		Thank you for not being close-minded it seems as if so many people in this country have never made a mistake and understand that the president of the United States is an easy job. Its so easy to make fun of people who carry a greater responsiblity than them.

	kvandyke8062, on 06/17/2008 @ 11:06 AM wrote:
		Very well written, however I must disagree. Too many people being brainwashed by propoganda and Fox News.

	sirBAMF, on 06/17/2008 @ 11:07 AM wrote:
		Believe it or not, being president is a tough job. As of now we have not been invaded by a foriegn country, we arnt in complete chaos, and the world has not ended. i believe that is a job well done for the pres.

	crnstn26, on 06/17/2008 @ 11:22 AM wrote:
		President Bush has made many tough decisions with some being good and others being bad. I would not have wanted to be president during this time and I wonder if any person could have came out of office with a good reputation.

	hatedout, on 06/17/2008 @ 11:22 AM wrote:
		I'm sorry, Is this a joke? The following comment has me vomiting in the toilet. Lets see now. Proud of Bush for Katrina, Fake War (for oil profits), 4000+ American deaths, 911? oh you mean while he sat in the classroom for 7 minutes and did NOTHING! I'm out. This is not even worth it. You're disillusional or brainwashed or both. I am proud of President Bush and his administration, and the work he has done to lead this country with integrity, honesty, and calm in the face of many difficult situations.

	fenway19, on 06/17/2008 @ 11:40 AM wrote:
		how can you applaud george w? he didn't even win the election, and then proceeded to tear this nation apart with a ridiculous war that no one wanted with no good reason to engage in in the first place. he is a lying oil monger from texas and everyone who voted for him should have known better. he promised to take care of our 9/11 fire men and officers who are now dying of ailments directly related to 9/11 debris and he has not, what a disgrace and absolutely not a represenation of the america i used to be 100% proud of. fenway19

	shannon, on 06/17/2008 @ 12:05 PM wrote:
		George Bush is the personification of why foreigners hate America. He is cocky, ignorant, and presents himself as unintelligent.

	fieari, on 06/17/2008 @ 12:26 PM wrote:
		I agree with some of Bush's policies. Heck, I voted for him, in the hopes he'd put good people in the supreme court. But he's mangled management of the country. He's eroded civil liberties. He hasn't significantly protected us. No, he hasn't done good enough for me to call him anything like approaching a good president.

	kmitchell, on 06/17/2008 @ 01:22 PM wrote:
		Thank you for this letter. I think that as the election nears that we tend to focus on the negative that has resulted from our leaders and forget to focus on their sacrifice and leadership. Thank you for a well-written letter.

	hockey, on 06/17/2008 @ 01:31 PM wrote:
		This letter shows a great point that people dont often see. People in Washington vote and pass/throw out positions. some people just think Bush makes decisions and thats final

	beautiest1, on 06/17/2008 @ 01:31 PM wrote:
		It is so easy to criticize, but not so easy to do. I appreciate the fact that we have had a leader who was willing to step up to the plate and make decisions as best as possible under the conditions.

	tashamtholly, on 06/17/2008 @ 01:48 PM wrote:
		As President Bush's time in office gets closer to ending, I am getting happier. We need a change and we need it fast.

	dearwheatlettes, on 06/17/2008 @ 01:48 PM wrote:
		I am not going to heckle or bash you, but state that I thoroughly disagree. I cannot find him honest, nor do I respect his integrity. I disagree with most of what the Bush Administration has done for my country, and cannot find him extraordinary.

	wjackie7878, on 06/17/2008 @ 01:50 PM wrote:
		This was a very good letter. President Bush has not in my eyes had a fair shot.

	Kariinbliss, on 06/17/2008 @ 01:52 PM wrote:
		Finally! Someone has the guts to stand up and admit that while President Bush has his faults, he is our leader, and we should respect the office. It can't be easy to be the leader of the free world.

	geminiwench, on 06/17/2008 @ 02:13 PM wrote:
		You seriously are PROUD of the news that Bush and Cheney openly forced the war in Iraq using what they knew was incorrect information? With trying to put pressure on Iran even though they KNEW they had disbanded their weapons program years before? The pardon of Scooter Libby? The serious nepotism where his old friends got cabinet jobs without qualifications? The world finds us to be ignorant, bombastic, uneducated and unqualified world citizens JUST like Bush.. so you're right, he projected exactly who he was to the world audience and they listened.

	willowweap, on 06/17/2008 @ 06:46 PM wrote:
		One of the worst things this country has done to itself in the last eight years was to elect Bush not once but twice. The only good thing I could see about his second term was that it HAD to be his last. We allowed an irresponsible leader to spend eight years trying to leave the country in the worst possible shape he could so the next administration would have to spend at least half of their time cleaning up the messes he made. Gray hair and wrinkles come with age, not dignity and certainly not wisdom.

	kellyb, on 06/17/2008 @ 06:58 PM wrote:
		WOW question have you been livng under a rock? Bush has made this great nation a living joke that gets worst by the day.

	armywife422, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:16 PM wrote:
		I agree with your letter. President Bush has exposed America for what it is. We loved him when we needed his help the most, and turned our backs on him when he couldn't produce a successful outcome in Iraq. I think he's done the best given the circumstances. It was one of the most Patriotic Administrations to date, in my opinion.

	jojo, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:21 PM wrote:
		Great letter, FCAB! President Bush deserves our utmost respect and gratitude for his loyal service to our country! Thanks for a wonderfully, well-stated note.

	PAHusker, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:34 PM wrote:
		It is nice to read that someone can disagree with a President and not disrepect him in the process. Everyone should treat the office of the President with more respect than they do.

	obgirlyn, on 06/17/2008 @ 07:48 PM wrote:
		Thank you for your sincerity!! It is REFRESHING that there are still come Americans who can look past the biased media circus!

	wende_domm, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:26 PM wrote:
		It's nice to hear somone praise President Bush for the positive things that have resulted from his presidency. THere is so much Bush-bashing going on!

	sidoux, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:28 PM wrote:
		This man has done everything he can, legally and not quite legally, to steal as much power as he could. There is nothing I can find about his time in office to be thankful for. To me, it just feels like we went back to the days of communist witch hunts.

	DJVJOY, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:52 PM wrote:
		I can commend the author for their good heart but cannot find any laudable quality in a man who won the presidency from a dubious Supreme Court decision and proceeded to govern for the benefit of his oil industrialist cronies. History will show him to be one of our most destructive presidents.

	lglenn205, on 06/17/2008 @ 08:54 PM wrote:
		President Bush has done an amazing job. I disagree with some of what has gone on. However, no other President has ever faced the obstacles this man has endured. We are now in a different world when it comes to protecting America. Terrorists have upped the ante and I think no other politician would have faced it like this brave man did. We have also had more natural disasters in his term than in recent history. And the political environment is such now that it is hard for a President to get much done. Congress is holding us back.

	crashedherparty, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:15 PM wrote:
		I'm so sick of hearing about President Bush, honestly. I can't wait until someone else is in office.

	helfrich, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:15 PM wrote:
		good job I think Bush has done a good job. He has his ups and downs like everyone else.

	patchsgal, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:17 PM wrote:
		Amen! Like it or not, the president is elected by the majority and has the hardest job in the world. If everyone had this insight, the political seasons would go so much smoother.

	newfoundfocus, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:17 PM wrote:
		President Bush has done the best job that he could do in this day and age. When I think about his eight years I will always remember that their was no one that could of done what he did during 9/11 to keep the country from falling apart he has done his job to the best of his ability with integrity and honor and I for one applaud him for that.

	JamesC06, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:24 PM wrote:
		it is good that you show both sides, and i do feel that bush deserves emence amounts of credit for his guidance for the past 8 years... yeah there are a few problems, but this country has defintely seen worse presidents. Lets hope the next is as good as the past 8 years we have had.

	BrettDay, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:45 PM wrote:
		Bush's tenure was defined by it's obfuscation, lies, and rampant war profiteering. About the only decent thing he did was increasing our aid to Africa.

	vrtuoswmn2b, on 06/17/2008 @ 09:50 PM wrote:
		I am in total agreeance with your letter. When my vote was counted for Bush all those many years ago I was thankful that the better man, in my opinion, took office. In retrospect I would not change my vote as I still fully believe that President Bush was the best choice.

	Krisper311, on 06/17/2008 @ 10:02 PM wrote:
		Of course I respect your opinion on the issue, unfortunately, I believe that the gray hairs I have gained was partly because Bush was in presidency.

	oohsoinacent, on 06/18/2008 @ 08:56 AM wrote:
		I wanted Bush to win in the first place and feel even though he made some mistakes while president, he still did a good job overall!

	samtaro, on 06/18/2008 @ 11:59 AM wrote:
		I for one think you wrote a very good letter. Personally, I will be glad to be rid of Bush from office. It is time for a change, polititians who work for the people and not for corporate greed.

	dragonmg, on 06/18/2008 @ 12:33 PM wrote:
		Well written. Personally, I am proud of the amazing things President Bush has done that will impact history for generations: 1. Standing up to the threat of Islamofascism 2. Bringing Democracy to the very heart of the Middle East, in the hope that the "oil-spot method" will help empower the people of the region to want democracy for themselves. 3. Placing two Conservative Supreme Court Justices on the bench, including the Chief Justice

	happyheratic, on 06/18/2008 @ 12:35 PM wrote:
		While I appreciate your more balanced, and thoughtful look. I cannot agree. I don't hate president Bush, but I do disagree with his policies and the leaderhship around him. I've always maintained he is the kind of guy I'd have a beer with, but not one I ever wanted as leader of the U.S.

	ccsm, on 06/18/2008 @ 01:38 PM wrote:
		Very true ... I wonder what man could do any better? Being the president is an unfathomably difficult "job" - and there is not way one man could please every citizen.

	jfjeter3, on 06/18/2008 @ 01:45 PM wrote:
		President Bush is a blight on not only our country, but the planet as a whole. The man should have never been allowed to step foot in the White House.

	JPJPaul, on 06/18/2008 @ 01:52 PM wrote:
		A job well done...wow. You must have been living in a hole for the last 8 years, or you are rich beyone your dreams. This country is in the toilet after this jokester. Get your head out of the sand.

	Obamarama, on 06/18/2008 @ 02:42 PM wrote:
		I can't believe how backwards some peoples thinking has become. While I can agree that being president is obviously very stressful, that doesn't negate the fact that they did a horrible job.

	skingw, on 06/18/2008 @ 05:02 PM wrote:
		This "level of government spending" is not just wasteful, it is incredibly damaging. In our Federal government's quest to do good, we are doing incredible harm. We have borrowed so much money that we have no way to pay back. Our children and grandchildren will be shouldered with debt for generations, even if we stopped spending now. The "full faith and credit of the United States" is not worth much anymore. How can you thank Bush for that?

	LanaMarlyce, on 06/18/2008 @ 05:52 PM wrote:
		President Bush may have held his cool under many circumstances, but there are times where he messed up big time. I do not believe Bush's whole presidency was terrible, but he can not be the only one to blame ,he can not make ALL the decisions in government and i'm sure he was pushed to make a few

	taraardmorevw, on 06/18/2008 @ 06:44 PM wrote:
		A very well written letter I must say, and yes as others said, everyone is entitle to their own opinion. I personally think he did an terrible job. taraardmorevw

	DandWH, on 06/18/2008 @ 08:10 PM wrote:
		Facing the struggles that began on 9/11 so soon after after taking office President Bush faced only hurdles throughout his entire administration. I don't agree with everything he has done but who could have done better?

	Aloha1984, on 06/19/2008 @ 06:33 AM wrote:
		Clinton would have cumbled after 9/11 Bush stood up and took the country to a new level... some may say he started a war that was stupid. He did not... he cannot.... CONGRESS starts a war. they declaired war. not HIM..HE is a good president, way better than clinton was... or god forbid if clinton makes it as vice pres... better than she will ever be (once she ahs obama knocked off and takes the reins as pres)

	calvin_makail1, on 06/19/2008 @ 11:51 AM wrote:
		i think president bush is a shmuck....!!!

	capnbob, on 06/19/2008 @ 12:09 PM wrote:
		What a well thought out letter. It was like I wrote it myself. I, too, have agreed and disagreed with the president. I, too, thank him for his service. I, too am so very glad that his opponenets lost.

	lmikewhite, on 06/19/2008 @ 01:48 PM wrote:
		I agree with you about President Bush. I guess we should even respect those we don't like--because it is a hard job. I guess I should remember that when I look with anger at Bill Clinton. One writer commented and said Bush did not win the popular vote. He did in 2004, and nevertheless won the most electoral votes, which is how presidents are elected, in 2000. Every time Florida was recounted, Bush won--despite what the Democrats said.

	Poggens23, on 06/19/2008 @ 03:41 PM wrote:
		True there's little anyone can do to sway the arm of progress. Anyone trying to is like throwing a grain of sand into gears the size of a house.. Not much effect but over time done continuously will effect something.

	jamilynn1, on 06/19/2008 @ 03:46 PM wrote:
		I am sorry but i can not have respect for president bush. I appreciate your letter and your opinion .However i must respectfully disagree.

	bushisterrible55, on 06/19/2008 @ 05:04 PM wrote:
		Bush is like a monkey with no brain, everything he touches he messes up royally, higher employment rate, rasing gas prices, higher food prices, the list just goes on

	xxroxymamaxx, on 06/19/2008 @ 08:23 PM wrote:
		I don't trust him. He borrowed the money for the Stimulus package from freakin CHINA!!! OMG! I don't even want it.

	wnnrwnnrchckndnnr, on 06/19/2008 @ 09:11 PM wrote:
		Though I am a republican, I am disappointed to see such a President be a "reflection of the American people" with a 65% disapproval rate. You may be confusing strength with stubborn, and humanity with humiliation.

	jbaltiero, on 06/20/2008 @ 01:38 PM wrote:
		Even this close to the end of his term, Bush needs to be impeached... Kucinich has brought up 35 articles of impeachment (most of them WAR CRIMES not ORAL SEX!) and he deserves to have that stain on his already disgusting record. He needs to be impeached, even this late, so he can not pardon any of his cronies.

	fcabanski, on 06/20/2008 @ 02:05 PM wrote:
		Bill Clinton's impeachment was about lying in court, not sex. If the sex had been no big deal, Bill would not have found it necessary to lie about it. Obviously it was a big enough deal for Bill to have lied about it while under oath.

	PoliticalGirl, on 06/20/2008 @ 06:32 PM wrote:
		While I shall always address President Bush as Mr. President or Sir, that is the extent of my respect for him. I disagree with many of his actions while in office, and with his horrible foreign policies. And, I most certainly do not agree with him lying to Americans and invading a country under false pretenses.

	Tidefan, on 06/20/2008 @ 10:08 PM wrote:
		Everyone is against government waste. But I bet this writer like most everyone else doesn't think it wasteful when government spends millions on some local project in your district. And that is the problem with controlling government spending. Congress and the administration bribe people with their own tax dollars.

	fcabanski, on 06/20/2008 @ 11:06 PM wrote:
		Whether the money comes to my district or not, waste is waste. If the government were spending money to build a statue of me in my neighborhood, that would be a waste.

	Barb7598, on 06/21/2008 @ 05:36 AM wrote:
		A good job? I so beg to differ. I am happy that his term is nearly over. Bush has earned AND deserves each and every gray hair on his head. I wonder if he has one for reach life lost in Iraq, the sovereign nation that had nothing to do with losing 3000 of our citizens on 9-11?

	angelseeker, on 06/21/2008 @ 07:19 AM wrote:
		I respect your point of view, but in the long run, I believe that his failures as president will far outway his successes.

	dmullenbach, on 06/21/2008 @ 07:43 AM wrote:
		I agree with you 100%. Love him or hate him, he will go down as one of the most influential leaders of the century. And for people who disagree based on him not winning the popular election - well that's enough sour grapes - that isn't the way that presidents in our country have EVER been elected so don't be surprised.

	MissOpinionated, on 06/21/2008 @ 11:10 AM wrote:
		You have to respect anyone who holds the job of U.S. President whether they do a good job or not. But he has done much damage to this country.

	MONIKADUPEK, on 06/21/2008 @ 11:59 AM wrote:
		President Bush has only done what he thinks is best. I am sure many Republicans will be appreciative of his presidency after experiencing Obama.

	PJBess, on 06/22/2008 @ 12:40 AM wrote:
		I agree that the person that holds the Office of President should be respected, but that is all I will give you. We have gone down the tubes. No, he is not a one man army, but the buck stops with him.

	bullypulpit, on 06/22/2008 @ 07:04 AM wrote:
		fcabanski, I agree with you. Past generations seemed to have been better able to stay the course that the President has set. Now it seems that any military action is always going to be another Vietnam. Thanks for the nice comments on a good President.

	mpaulet, on 06/22/2008 @ 03:29 PM wrote:
		Its been twenty years since we had a decent president. I am not proud of any of the past three administrations who as a whole have reduced the value of our workers, the values enshrined in the Declaration of Independence as well as the Constitution of the United States. The previous president is trailer trash who sold his soul to anyone who would pay and abused the power of his two public office for the benefit of his carnal enterprises. This one has legitimized torture, disappearing people, and even bigger expenditures on a bankrupting budget. No sir, if these men had served with me, I would see if I could get them dishonorable discharges for failing to uphold their oaths of office.

	BustyMcLeod, on 06/22/2008 @ 06:52 PM wrote:
		I agree. As a Patriotic American, it is your job to respect and appreciate the Office of President. You may not agree with the person holding the Office, but you should respect and appreciate him just the same.

	bethalina, on 06/23/2008 @ 11:53 AM wrote:
		I think this is a great way to look at the presidency! Historically, presidents have taken more heat than I think they deserve. It is only one piece of a great machine, the president. Hard to keep that in mind...

	oscar11, on 06/24/2008 @ 06:16 AM wrote:
		I wonder how many would have campaigned for the office knowing what future days would bring? Many take credit in the times of prosperity. Do we do the same in privation?

	lasermannm, on 06/24/2008 @ 06:35 PM wrote:
		Yes, Thanks to President Bush. He hasbeen given more bad press than any other president in history. Every move he makes has been scrutinized and criticized by the news media. If they can not find anything bad to say, they rehash old news to keep him looking bad. Hopefull history will correct this error and he will be looked upon as a great man with uncompromising principles.

	CAKID, on 06/24/2008 @ 06:44 PM wrote:
		Absolutely! Thank you for allowing gas prices to get so high I can't afford my car. Thank you for turing your back on Israel. Thank you for alienating the US to the entire world. FOUR MORE YEARS! FOUR MORE YEARS...

	sabrahardy, on 06/29/2008 @ 06:40 AM wrote:
		PROFITEERING - HALIBURTON - BLACKWATER DEATH DEALING - WAR. Less for the middle class and poor THE TAXPAYERS SUFFERING you are delusional and you need zantac or something.

	sabrahardy, on 06/29/2008 @ 06:47 AM wrote:
		ALL OF OUR MOTHERS USED TO SAY: IF YOU LIE YOU'LL CHEAT, IF YOU'LL CHEAT YOU'LL STEAL & IF YOU STEAL YOU'LL KILL that is our President. He cheated in his first elections and this is a dark dark side of AMERICAN HISTORY. he cheated because he wanted to further his father's agenda in the middle east without regard of the VICTIMS OF 911. HE STOLE, the millions found in IRAQ DISAPPEARED he stole a country from people who had nothing to do with the ATTACK ON AMERICA THE ATTACK ON AMERICAN SOIL. he is a MURDERER he mURDERED US SOLIDERS AND HE HIS GOING TO JUDGEMENT BEFORE GOD FOR IT. BELIEVE IT.

	daddyhackruss, on 06/29/2008 @ 02:00 PM wrote:
		You're proud of Bush? He served with integrity and honesty??? His handling of the 'war on terror' (see illegal invasion, occupation and murder of 1 million SO FAR) was extraordinary? Hmm, that's one way to put it, it certainly was extraordinary! Another way would be to say that Bush will be the worst 'president' we've EVER had, maybe even ever WILL have, and a terrorist. Are you proud of Hitler too? He murdered at least 5 times as many people as Bush, you must REALLY admire him!

	imoecc, on 07/01/2008 @ 11:46 PM wrote:
		Outstanding comments, I wish others could have the same respect for presidents that you portray.

	jhopwood, on 07/02/2008 @ 12:36 PM wrote:
		The Presidency should either be abolished or reduced to a figurehead as part of a broad Constitution change that makes America a democracy -- a parliamentary democracy. The Presidency is based on the Royal Governors of the old English colonies, who had more power than did King George III as he was checked by the parliament in Westminister, while the Royal Governors were not.

	american_citizen, on 07/04/2008 @ 10:59 AM wrote:
		I can agree with much of this letter except the "honesty" part. This is an administration that has through omission or ignorance lied to the American people on countless issues.

	Randync, on 07/04/2008 @ 03:01 PM wrote:
		It does tend to age a man to hold that position. While I don't agree with all they do, I think our Presidents do the best job they can for us.

	JRTexas, on 07/04/2008 @ 07:43 PM wrote:
		Regardless of political view, leaders do what they do because they are willing to meet the challenges when the rest of us are merely wanting them to go away. Thank God for the men and women willing to serve, to lead, to direct us all.

	robertsweslyan, on 07/06/2008 @ 02:58 PM wrote:
		Thank you for not being extrmeist about these views on one end or the other and for looking at this presidency somewhat objectively!

	MedicnPony, on 07/07/2008 @ 12:11 AM wrote:
		I may not agree with you about the job the President Bush has done. But, your tribute to the Office of President can not be diminished. Spoken well and true MedicnPony

	torgorama, on 07/07/2008 @ 02:19 PM wrote:
		I was with you until you said that he has lead this country with integrity and honesty. He's been lying to us about fairly major points since day one.

	sstix8, on 07/12/2008 @ 02:01 PM wrote:
		I also think that President Bush has done what he felt he needed to do. I am sure that most of his decisions were carefully thought out. I wish people would leave him alone.

	PCWaitress, on 07/13/2008 @ 11:33 AM wrote:
		Many times as citizens, we sit back and complain and argue and tell our friends what the right thing to do is. We have no idea the pressures, the amount of information bomabrding them on daily bases, as well as CNN reports on how the public "feels" like they are doing today. These men and women, dedicate their life, 24/7 to serve us Americans. We can't all agreee on issues, but their service demands respect. I have the same respect for the job-regardless of Republican OR Democrat.

	PCWaitress, on 07/13/2008 @ 11:50 AM wrote:
		Secondly, I am ashamed at some of the comments posted. How can daddyhackruss liken Bush to Hitler? Hitler's monstrous genocide of Jews-solely because of who they are and of disabled persons because of his attempt at a perfect race can't come close. In arguing your point, you forgot that "numbers" are less comparative than the reason behind the deaths. Sabrahardy- he had no reason to further his father's agenda. Bush Sr. finished "his agenda" in one month almost twenty years ago. I welcome opppossing opinions in America, just as long as they aren't ridiculous-emotionally- driven, factless- typical- government- conspirisy- backed rantings.

	rebecca9588, on 07/14/2008 @ 08:04 PM wrote:
		You made some great points. How quickly our memories fade. I too was so proud of the reaction of our officials during 9/11. He is not perfect but I thank him for his willingness to accept such a position and I believe that he has done his best. Only the God Lord knows what all goes on behind the closed doors that we never ever will know.

	smb3235, on 07/18/2008 @ 12:49 PM wrote:
		HAHAHAH Does he respect the lower class that I am apart of? Did Bush or his administration do much to help me? Absolutly not. Wait until he gets out so we can really see all the mess him and Cheney made.

	PCWaitress, on 07/18/2008 @ 06:03 PM wrote:
		SMB3235- I guess someone who expects the government to do something for them wouldn't like Bush. Why do you think it's the government's job? I am in the lower class as well but I have enough faith in myself that I don't need the government to take care of me. What ever happened to "Ask not what your country can do for you..." mentality?

	Boobelle, on 07/22/2008 @ 10:50 PM wrote:
		While I also did not agree with some of the policies presented by President Bush, I feel that each president deserves respect from every citizen. It gets pointed out that Bush didn't win the popular vote, but he came so close, it was really practically a toss up. Using that as a reason for disrespect is nothing but a cop-out.

	danlukas, on 07/25/2008 @ 03:41 PM wrote:
		"A President is a reflection of the American people as a whole, projected across the world. President Bush has projected an image for America of strength, tempered by humanity." Excellent statement.

	lenny, on 07/28/2008 @ 08:55 AM wrote:
		You shouldn't be proud. Living out of the country for some time I have seen what he has done to the US reputation on the world stage and he has left this nation the laughing stock of the world. Once a proud and respected nation it is now just a sad joke.

	bigburkefamily7, on 08/01/2008 @ 07:39 AM wrote:
		I have great respect for President Bush. I believe he listened too often to the wrong people, but I believe he is a man of honor. A lesson to learn as we approach this election is to look at the people who surround the candidates. These will be the ones making the policies that decide our country's future.

	citizen, on 08/18/2008 @ 03:56 PM wrote:
		No one will please everyone. I certainly could not run this country half as well as he has. Many people complain about him and I don't agree with all of the decisions that have been made during his time in office, but I also admire him for what he has had to endure.

	gershwin2003, on 08/24/2008 @ 12:33 PM wrote:
		Yeah, each president has to do what he thinks is best. Bush did a good job with 911, but I don't about much of anything else.

	fastnfurious3127, on 09/14/2008 @ 10:40 AM wrote:
		I m glad someone finally gave a balanced look to pres bush. He has not always made the best choice but he also had to deal with something no other president has and it was just after he took office. no easy task for anyone.

	moho571, on 09/18/2008 @ 04:42 PM wrote:
		Stay the course is the attitude that destroys companies. Isn't the government like a company? A very important one I'd say. Bush and his people did a lousy job and turning a blind eye to that and pretending everything went by okay for a bit of a sympathetic moment doesn't make much sense. If you built a company and it took you your whole life to do it, would you trust the Bush administration to run it for 8 years? Why would it be any different for your country. Say you were making yourself eggs and you realized instead of putting pepper on them you were putting ground horse manure on it. Say a man came to you, put a gun to your head and said, you have to eat those but you don't have to sprinkle it with any more manure. Would you then keep sprinkling manure on your eggs or would you stop? Would you stay the course? I can think of much better examples to illustrate my point but I thought something like this would funnier. Take care and search for truth.

	optimate, on 09/18/2008 @ 07:58 PM wrote:
		moho571, you are correct that organizations that don't learn and adapt (i.e. change the course) usually end up failing. Fortunately, the Bush Administration learned and adapted, and so we have The Surge. Since then Iraq is a much more stable place and we appear to now be decisively winning.

	chojteam, on 09/20/2008 @ 07:22 AM wrote:
		Good job, Bush. I like you. I hope a new President will have a good job. Good bye, Bush. God bless!

	elusivemind, on 09/20/2008 @ 06:56 PM wrote:
		I agree completely. We are all so quick to judge, but very few have actually stood in his shoes. And even fewer have stood there in the face of crisis and attack from another country.

	kkayface, on 10/05/2008 @ 11:21 AM wrote:
		It is so refreshing to see someone take a break from bush bashing. The anti-W sentiment is like a runaway train. We patriotic Americans who understand the difficulties facing our president are few and far between. I simply have an affinty for the Bush family--I love them all. Far from perfect, but I believe George W. is a man of great character and integrity and I am tired of all the hate.

	lynns, on 10/11/2008 @ 05:06 PM wrote:
		As the wife of a service member it is nice to see someone stand up and state the above. I may not agree with everything that President Bush has done the last eight years, but he does deserve respect because he is our President.

	annagw, on 10/13/2008 @ 10:40 AM wrote:
		Patriotism is not giving a blank check to George W. Bush. Just because he may 'love America' the way you think every American should does not mean that he was the worst thing to happen to this country for a very long time. Are you going to reward anyone who puts hard work into something even if they do a disastrous job and worsen the lives of millions of Americans?

	MMWine2008, on 10/17/2008 @ 08:35 AM wrote:
		I think Bush is the worst person ever!!! He has done nothing for this country but run it into the ground!!!

	luvintkandtj, on 10/17/2008 @ 08:44 AM wrote:
		I appreciate anyone who would even consider leading the country that is hard work. But as for Bush, the only thanks I have is THANKS FOR LEAVING.

	Julian, on 10/26/2008 @ 01:50 PM wrote:
		Are you kidding? I can hardly see how he could have worse handled the situation in Iraq, except for possible nuking the whole country. He stripped this country of it's remaining dignity, and I could not have less pride in him.

	benijanaben, on 10/27/2008 @ 11:32 AM wrote:
		I agree with the war on terror, I don't agree with the war in Iraq. Though it was a public service to get an evil dictator out of power I believe it was more a way for Bush to gain his fathers acceptance.

	130maggie, on 11/22/2008 @ 03:03 PM wrote:
		I disagree completely. Bush has been the worst President in decades. Previous comments have detailed his failures. He has pretty much destroyed this country. I can only say that I respect the office but not the man.

	Karahmel, on 11/22/2008 @ 11:04 PM wrote:
		I cant honestly say i am pleased with the work bush has done. especially with the war. as you said, the president is a reflection of the American people, and that reflection right now is tainted

	jbrew2007, on 11/24/2008 @ 08:59 AM wrote:
		I liked President Bush he was a good president in regards to how well he protected our nation from Terrorist attacks. He may not have done everything right but who does. Remember Bill?

	4815162342, on 12/12/2008 @ 10:23 PM wrote:
		George W. Bush destroyed the respect that other countries once had of the United States. He threw us into a war based on false information wasting billions of dollars.

	bluorchid, on 12/15/2008 @ 10:24 PM wrote:
		I am from Texas and when Bush ran for his first term, I told everyone I knew, that if he was elected, there would be World War 3. I was pretty darn close, considering the Iraq war, and thanks be to the people who were able to list a park bench as their home and to elect obama president, there is still a good chance I will still see World War 3 in my life time.

	flightlessplague, on 01/04/2009 @ 04:28 AM wrote:
		President Bush set back this country in every possible way these last 8 years. We became focused on issues that have no relevance and lost focus on real things that are now biting us in the butt today. Whether it be his handling of the war on terrorism, hurricane katrina, the economy, or his archaic positions on social issues. It's sad on what America could have accomplished these lsat 8 years.

	JohnS, on 01/07/2009 @ 07:58 AM wrote:
		The man has a tough job. He had made some bad decisions but he did his job as good as he good. I think he had not got any bad intentions. He is not fault for the way the world is.

	ajwagner777, on 01/14/2009 @ 11:31 AM wrote:
		On the Eve of Obama's innaguration, I can't help but take the same reflection. Good and bad, I think he'll be viewed as a good president!

	slackadelic, on 01/28/2009 @ 08:23 AM wrote:
		Yes, he has made some hard decisions in his time in office (and some bad ones) - but the fact remains. History will show that it takes a great leader to stand up against evil.

	Cidra, on 03/17/2009 @ 12:26 AM wrote:
		While I appreciate the respectful tone of your letter for a political position which is one of the most difficult in the world, I don't agree with your views about President Bush; I feel no pride in his having served as a representative of our country, only gratitude that his term in office is finished.

	fcabanski, on 03/17/2009 @ 12:34 AM wrote:
		If you think Bush was bad, you ain't seen nothing yet. Obama is not only multiplying Bush's problems with the economy, but mismanaging defense and foreign affairs.

	ahhmericanwoman, on 06/03/2009 @ 01:11 PM wrote:
		What a beautifully written letter! I'd like to cc it! I was very disturbed by the way President Bush was treated by the press and society in his final year in office - it was totally disgraceful! I do believe the President should be respected, even if one does not agree with him/her. It's a difficult job and one I certainly wouldn't want to be responsible for! I believe President Bush always followed his beliefs on what whas the right thing to do, even if it wasn't always the popular thing to do, and I give him alot of credit for that. Unfortunately I am having a much more difficult time mustering up respect for the current President.