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The contrast is striking; compare President George W. Bush’s post-election press conference from 2004 to the 2006 version.
In 2004 Bush was the poster boy for hubris and partisanship. Citing his mandate, about 51 percent of the vote and his newly acquired political capital, he left no doubt that he was in charge and would forge ahead without the need to consult Democrats.
After the 2006 humiliating Republican defeat, due in large part to Bush, he pleaded for bipartisan cooperation and unity.
Many observers are confused by his apparent extreme makeover, uncertain now what Bush really believes.
Borrowing the punch line from an old game show, I ask, “Will the real President Bush please stand up?”
