I grew up in a poor white city just east of St. Louis and my family tells me that I am a democrate. I try to see all thing equally to form a reasonably good opinon for myself so I wanted to post this question.
I try not to pay attention to the news on political issues because I can spot spun Bullcrap, so please forgive my political ignorance.
I can really only see two reason why someone would think that George W. Bush would be a good president for two terms. (8 years).
First thing my best friend told me after he got out of Basic Training (navy) was that he was very happy that Bush was his leader. He felt that Bush wouldn't screw around during war and he would get things done. I don't know if he still feels that way. I have not spoke to him in sometime.
Secondly, everyday I am reminded of the George Bush religous connection. I get it. I would not consider myself a religious person but like I said, I am open-mindded.
This question was posed for knowledge not malice.
2006-08-29 06:26:54 · 17 answers · asked by Young Married Daddy Homeowner 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
You had a good heart when you wrote this question but unfortunately, people today are biased greatly to either side. They either hate him or love him.
The ones that hate him will believe just about anything bad they hear about him.
The ones that love him say that he's the leader and we should support him... even if they never supported Clinton.
There's hypocrisy on both sides. Both sides suck.
Frankly, listing good things depends on your opinion of those things. The majority of things I could list deal with gay marriage, illegal immigration, and the such. Which he did what just about any Republican would do about those. So if you're against gay marriage, illegal immigration, etc... then he's done some good.
Best chance here is to look online independantly for lists of good and bad and make decisions then
2006-08-29 06:44:24 · answer #1 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The man tries to be as honest and sincere as he can be. he dont shovel BS like many of the other politicans. And while I am a democrate, I am a conservative and agree with many things Bush would like to do, but dont agree with all he has done.
I think the people that hate him have an axe to grind and usually looking at getting something for nothing.
Those that work hard and pay taxes, should like him cause unlike many before him, hasnt increased taxes and increased welfare.
As far as his religous background, I trust him over Gore or Kerry anytime and never did Like Bill and Hillary. Give me JFK anytime.
2006-08-29 07:04:22 · answer #2 · answered by bigmikejones 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He was very appealing when compared to the opposition, that's about all I can come up with. Al Gore: whiney loser who grew up in Washington DC. John Kerry: out of touch with reallity and married for money. Hopefully both sides can come up with someone better next time, but it's doubtful on the democratic side, as far out in left field as that party has headed lately.
2006-08-29 06:34:09 · answer #3 · answered by sethle99 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I personally like his communication skills, seriously! He does not come off as a holier than than thou creetin Like say kerry does.
He can laugh at his own mistakes. I've met people who have worked with the Bushes in the white house, They are apparently some very nice, warm and generally caring and fun people to be around.
2006-08-29 06:42:31 · answer #4 · answered by battle-ax 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I had more respect for the man when he was majority owner of the Texas Rangers. At least Dubya could smoke cocaine and drink all the booze he wanted to without having his finger on the nuclear trigger.
Once W became governor of Texas, my respect for him waned especially when he executed Karla Tucker.
2006-08-30 09:36:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most appealing thing to me about Bush right now is that I know he can't be re-elected.
2006-08-29 07:27:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not a whole lot. He signs too many bills that cost too much and doesn't veto enough. He should have thrown some of those budgets back into Congress and tell them to cut spending, starting with the pork. It's obscene.
2006-08-29 06:37:03 · answer #7 · answered by szydkids 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
To answer your question - disregarding your paragraphs written below it...
What is appealing about George W. Bush?
He makes me laugh. Every time he gives a speach he reminds me of a monkey trying to speak english for the first time.
Thanks Bush! For putting a smile on my face!
2006-08-29 06:31:54 · answer #8 · answered by Queen Nefertiti 3 · 2⤊ 3⤋
possibly that george bush was a prior president and that his son(?) would make a good president as well
2006-08-29 06:34:15 · answer #9 · answered by santa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
His ability to completely disregard Congress.
2006-08-29 06:34:06 · answer #10 · answered by xathaec 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋