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In all the coverage about George W. Bush’s first 100 days, much has been made about how he’s changed the tone of discourse in Washington, D.C. But, if I remember correctly, the most hateful, vituperative language came from Republicans directed at President Bill Clinton. Since Clinton isn’t there anymore, Republicans don’t have as much to foam at the mouth about, and it seems disingenuous to credit Bush with the new civility in Washington.