Originally Posted By: Wonder Boy
On the "experience" argument, I'd argue that George H.W. Bush in 1988 had the most impressive resume of anyone who'd ever run for president. But that didn't make him the most effective leader.

One of my favorite quotes about Bush Sr., on how he governed far more moderately than he campaigned as, the then-president of the Heritage Foundation in 1992 said: "We voted for George Bush, and we got Michael Dukakis!"

I think that remark mostly had to do with the tax increases, and the unwillingness to cut spending with his veto power.
Like father, like son.


The economy started improving under Bush Sr., he made decisions based on what he thought was best for the country even when he knew it would cost him a chance at being re-elected. I really have grown to respect him with time.

Fair play!