Bush pays McCain back for his loyalty and support... - The Orange Mane

Taco John · 05-10-2006, 11:21 PM

President touts brother Jeb for his job in 2008
By Brian E. Crowley

Palm Beach Post Political Editor

Thursday, May 11, 2006

ORLANDO — President Bush thinks his little brother Jeb would make "a great president" but says that no matter how many times he prods his sibling about his plans, he doesn't get an answer.

"I have no idea what he's going to do," Bush said during a nearly hourlong meeting with The Palm Beach Post and six other Florida reporters.

Bush answered questions on a variety of topics, ranging from Barry Bonds and Katherine Harris to oil drilling and the Lake Okeechobee dike.

Bush said he is convinced that his brother still does not know what he will do when he leaves the governor's office in January.

"In my judgment, his political future is very bright if he chooses to have a political future," the president said. "But he's an independent-minded guy. His priority is his family.... Like a lot of other people, I've pushed him fairly hard about what he intends to do. I don't think he knows, and if he did know he wasn't going to tell me because he's afraid I'd tell you."

By law, Jeb Bush cannot seek a third consecutive term as governor. There has been speculation in political circles that he could run for president, but he has insisted he will not run in 2008.

"I think Jeb would be a great president, but again, it's up to Jeb to make the decision to run," President Bush said.

The president also reflected on his own political standing with voters. With approval ratings hovering around 31 percent, the lowest of his presidency, Bush said: "I think it's because we're at a time of war, and war is unsettling to people. People pick up your newspaper and read (about) suicide bombers killing innocent life, and Americans respect life, and they are concerned about the violence they see on a constant basis."

He said the good news of a strong economy is being overshadowed by a "sense of disquiet" over the Iraq war and the possibility of Iran making nuclear weapons. He said higher gasoline prices also trouble Americans.

All of this, Bush said, has "caused Americans to really take a look at the future and wonder whether or not it's as good as they want it to be. I understand that. On the other hand, my job is to make decisions based upon what I think is right."

Asked about U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris and her campaign for the U.S. Senate — which Jeb Bush has said he doesn't think she can win — Bush refused to be drawn into a direct comment.

"I will support the nominee of the party," the president said.

When pressed, Bush said: "Primaries are to be decided by the party, the local party, and obviously there's a lot of strong opinions on the subject. Once this primary has been decided, I will support the nominee."

Shortly after he made those remarks, Harris' only serious potential challenger, Florida House Speaker Allan Bense, said he would not enter the primary.

Harris is challenging Democratic incumbent Bill Nelson. Bush would not be drawn into a discussion about defeating Nelson but said Democrats' hopes of winning a majority in the House and Senate were not realistic.

"I intend to work hard to keep our majority in the House and Senate," he said. "And I believe we will because we stand for something. We stand for lower taxes. We stand for a foreign policy that recognizes the threats of the world and are willing to take on these threats head-on. We stand for helping the elderly.

"We have a very strong and positive agenda that, when articulated to the American people coming down the stretch in the campaign, I'm convinced we will continue to hold the majorities in both the House and the Senate."

Bush said he would continue to oppose oil drilling within 100 miles of Florida's coast. He also pledged to work with his brother to make sure that the dike around Lake Okeechobee remains safe.

As for San Francisco Giants slugger Barry Bonds, who is on the verge of surpassing Babe Ruth's career home run total, Bush declined to comment on whether Bonds' statistics should carry an asterisk in the record book if it is proven he used steroids.

"My only reaction to the entire story is there should be no steroids in baseball, period," said Bush, who spoke out against steroids during a State of the Union speech. "I would hope that these great athletes would be able to achieve their successes without performance-enhancing drugs."

Taco John · 05-10-2006, 11:21 PM

I've always been a big fan of McCain, and would have voted for him the first time around when Bush slandered him for adopting colored babies in the south. But his performance during the Bush era has been nothing short of dopey. He went from being a Maverick with principles, to a caddy for the worst president in history... the man who slandered him in the first place...

I still have respect for the guy... But the idea of President McCain isn't as shimmery as it used to be.

~Crash~ · 05-10-2006, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Taco John

I've always been a big fan of McCain, and would have voted for him the first time around when Bush slandered him for adopting colored babies in the south. But his performance during the Bush era has been nothing short of dopey. He went from being a Maverick with principles, to a caddy for the worst president in history... the man who slandered him in the first place...

I still have respect for the guy... But the idea of President McCain isn't as shimmery as it used to be.

that is silly taco McCain did the right thing and he would of lost if he were to run against a bush the 2nd time and why would he want to be VP for a demacrat that would of made him to old to run for pres that and if he would of run after being VP for carrie people would not vote for him and if you were Bush would you not be for your brother I would and my brother does not know I live but I would die for the A-hole anyways...

Rascal · 05-10-2006, 11:50 PM

No more Bush's.

~Crash~ · 05-10-2006, 11:51 PM

He went from being a Maverick with principles, to a caddy for the worst president in history... the man who slandered him in the first place...

Have you ever hear the statement to be really great you must be able hold the line even when all things seem to be crashing around you !!! well I will put my money on Bush ! In time he will be looked at as a great pres... He is a brave man .

Rascal · 05-11-2006, 12:08 AM

Yeah he was brave enough to skip out on vietnam along with Cheney. Don't go there. Lots of others did as well (Clinton for one) but to use the word "brave" as a description of Bush is laughable.

ClevelandBronco · 05-11-2006, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by 56crash

that is silly taco McCain did the right thing and he would of lost if he were to run against a bush the 2nd time and why would he want to be VP for a demacrat that would of made him to old to run for pres that and if he would of run after being VP for carrie people would not vote for him and if you were Bush would you not be for your brother I would and my brother does not know I live but I would die for the A-hole anyways...

Try it in English next time.

DBruleU · 05-11-2006, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by 56crash

that is silly taco McCain did the right thing and he would of lost if he were to run against a bush the 2nd time and why would he want to be VP for a demacrat that would of made him to old to run for pres that and if he would of run after being VP for carrie people would not vote for him and if you were Bush would you not be for your brother I would and my brother does not know I live but I would die for the A-hole anyways...

ClevelandBronco · 05-11-2006, 12:34 AM

Capitalization, punctuation and spelling are all useful concepts. Try them out sometime.

Spider · 05-11-2006, 12:36 AM

Lets see if I get this right .......

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Originally Posted by 56crash

that is silly taco McCain did the right thing and he would of lost if he were to run against a bush the 2nd time and why would he want to be VP for a demacrat

Basicaly you are saying McCain did the right thing by backing out letting Bush win , keeping the white house republican , and not selling out to the dems and becomming a poster boy for Kerry as VP ?

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that would of made him to old to run for pres that and if he would of run after being VP for carrie people would not vote for him and if you were Bush would you not be for your brother I would and my brother does not know I live but I would die for the A-hole anyways...

now for this part , John McCain would have been to old to carry the centrist vote , and Dems would stab him in the back leaving McCain as political fodder ..
And Blood is thicker then water so it only makes sense for Bush to back Jeb .... your brother cant stand you yet , you would lay it all on the line for him ......am I close ?

DBruleU · 05-11-2006, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by §Pide®

Lets see if I get this right .......

Basicaly you are saying McCain did the right thing by backing out letting Bush win , keeping the white house republican , and not selling out to the dems and becomming a poster boy for Kerry as VP ?

now for this part , John McCain would have been to old to carry the centrist vote , and Dems would stab him in the back leaving McCain as political fodder ..
And Blood is thicker then water so it only makes sense for Bush to back Jeb .... your brother cant stand you yet , you would lay it all on the line for him ......am I close ?

I think he's drunk. I dont think he'll be able to comprehend what you said, and agree or disagree.

Spider · 05-11-2006, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by DBruleU

I think he's drunk. I dont think he'll be able to comprehend what you said, and agree or disagree.

me and crash have gone rounds before , iam the last one to bust on someones spelling

but I think 56 gets excited and types faster then he thinks

DBruleU · 05-11-2006, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by §Pide®

me and crash have gone rounds before , iam the last one to bust on someones spelling

but I think 56 gets excited and types faster then he thinks

His stuff is funny. I can't really read it without getting a headache, but it's funny.

Spider · 05-11-2006, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by DBruleU

His stuff is funny. I can't really read it without getting a headache, but it's funny.

.....you know I mis judged you when you first signed on here ... now for kiss of death

, but you are good people ..... i put you up there with Hotrod ...

Taco John · 05-11-2006, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 56crash

that is silly taco McCain did the right thing and he would of lost if he were to run against a bush the 2nd time and why would he want to be VP for a demacrat that would of made him to old to run for pres that and if he would of run after being VP for carrie people would not vote for him and if you were Bush would you not be for your brother I would and my brother does not know I live but I would die for the A-hole anyways...

Ever heard of sentences?

L.A. BRONCOS FAN · 05-11-2006, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Rascal

No more Bush's.

Isn't it nice that we can agree on something?

L.A. BRONCOS FAN · 05-11-2006, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taco John

I've always been a big fan of McCain, and would have voted for him the first time around when Bush slandered him for adopting colored babies in the south. But his performance during the Bush era has been nothing short of dopey. He went from being a Maverick with principles, to a caddy for the worst president in history... the man who slandered him in the first place...

I still have respect for the guy... But the idea of President McCain isn't as shimmery as it used to be.

Yep.

I have tremendous respect for McCain's military service, but he sold his soul when he cast his lot with BushCo and the schmucks who viciously smeared his wife and child.

Crushaholic · 05-11-2006, 02:45 AM

What does Jeb Bush's political future have to do with McCain? What am I missing? If you're saying that Bush shouldn't have endorsed his own brother, then that's silly. Blood is thicker than water...

Rascal · 05-11-2006, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by L.A. BRONCOS FAN

Isn't it nice that we can agree on something?

...Bush the uniter!!

I agree with you more then you think I just don't vocalize it

Hogan11 · 05-11-2006, 08:10 AM

I fully expect Jeb to run in order to keep the Monarchy going.

McCain is a staunch conservative and not the populist many think he is based on his so called maverick dissention. Without checking the guy's voting record out, many who vote for him will be surprised....and disappointed.

L.A. BRONCOS FAN · 05-11-2006, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Hogan11

I fully expect Jeb to run in order to keep the Monarchy going.

A very disturbing thought, but certainly not inconceivable.

After all, he already knows how to "win" elections, and he'll never have to worry about anyone investigating his past or holding him accountable for anything he's ever said or done in his life. He's a Bush.

jhat01 · 05-11-2006, 08:51 PM

Savage for President!!

spdirty · 05-11-2006, 08:54 PM

Could you guys even imagine a Bush vs Clinton election in '08? Man, that would be a perfect opportunity for an independent with some money. I actually kind of hope it happens. Maybe people would wake up and turn out in record numbers because of negative turnout for whomever the third party candidate is.

spdirty · 05-11-2006, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhat01

Savage for President!!

Oh God what a hoot that would be!!! Dude is insane but he's my favorite talk show host.

L.A. BRONCOS FAN · 05-11-2006, 09:01 PM

Mike Malloy for president.

05-10-2006, 11:21 PM	#1
Taco John 24/7 Broncos In Elway I Trust Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 49,706 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Manning	Bush pays McCain back for his loyalty and support... President touts brother Jeb for his job in 2008 By Brian E. Crowley Palm Beach Post Political Editor Thursday, May 11, 2006 ORLANDO — President Bush thinks his little brother Jeb would make "a great president" but says that no matter how many times he prods his sibling about his plans, he doesn't get an answer. "I have no idea what he's going to do," Bush said during a nearly hourlong meeting with The Palm Beach Post and six other Florida reporters. Bush answered questions on a variety of topics, ranging from Barry Bonds and Katherine Harris to oil drilling and the Lake Okeechobee dike. Bush said he is convinced that his brother still does not know what he will do when he leaves the governor's office in January. "In my judgment, his political future is very bright if he chooses to have a political future," the president said. "But he's an independent-minded guy. His priority is his family.... Like a lot of other people, I've pushed him fairly hard about what he intends to do. I don't think he knows, and if he did know he wasn't going to tell me because he's afraid I'd tell you." By law, Jeb Bush cannot seek a third consecutive term as governor. There has been speculation in political circles that he could run for president, but he has insisted he will not run in 2008. "I think Jeb would be a great president, but again, it's up to Jeb to make the decision to run," President Bush said. The president also reflected on his own political standing with voters. With approval ratings hovering around 31 percent, the lowest of his presidency, Bush said: "I think it's because we're at a time of war, and war is unsettling to people. People pick up your newspaper and read (about) suicide bombers killing innocent life, and Americans respect life, and they are concerned about the violence they see on a constant basis." He said the good news of a strong economy is being overshadowed by a "sense of disquiet" over the Iraq war and the possibility of Iran making nuclear weapons. He said higher gasoline prices also trouble Americans. All of this, Bush said, has "caused Americans to really take a look at the future and wonder whether or not it's as good as they want it to be. I understand that. On the other hand, my job is to make decisions based upon what I think is right." Asked about U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris and her campaign for the U.S. Senate — which Jeb Bush has said he doesn't think she can win — Bush refused to be drawn into a direct comment. "I will support the nominee of the party," the president said. When pressed, Bush said: "Primaries are to be decided by the party, the local party, and obviously there's a lot of strong opinions on the subject. Once this primary has been decided, I will support the nominee." Shortly after he made those remarks, Harris' only serious potential challenger, Florida House Speaker Allan Bense, said he would not enter the primary. Harris is challenging Democratic incumbent Bill Nelson. Bush would not be drawn into a discussion about defeating Nelson but said Democrats' hopes of winning a majority in the House and Senate were not realistic. "I intend to work hard to keep our majority in the House and Senate," he said. "And I believe we will because we stand for something. We stand for lower taxes. We stand for a foreign policy that recognizes the threats of the world and are willing to take on these threats head-on. We stand for helping the elderly. "We have a very strong and positive agenda that, when articulated to the American people coming down the stretch in the campaign, I'm convinced we will continue to hold the majorities in both the House and the Senate." Bush said he would continue to oppose oil drilling within 100 miles of Florida's coast. He also pledged to work with his brother to make sure that the dike around Lake Okeechobee remains safe. As for San Francisco Giants slugger Barry Bonds, who is on the verge of surpassing Babe Ruth's career home run total, Bush declined to comment on whether Bonds' statistics should carry an asterisk in the record book if it is proven he used steroids. "My only reaction to the entire story is there should be no steroids in baseball, period," said Bush, who spoke out against steroids during a State of the Union speech. "I would hope that these great athletes would be able to achieve their successes without performance-enhancing drugs."

05-11-2006, 02:45 AM	#18
Crushaholic Armchair Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Topeka, KS Posts: 22,044	What does Jeb Bush's political future have to do with McCain? What am I missing? If you're saying that Bush shouldn't have endorsed his own brother, then that's silly. Blood is thicker than water... Last edited by Crushaholic; 05-11-2006 at 02:50 AM..

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05-10-2006, 11:50 PM	#4
Rascal RIP Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 16,581 Adopt-a-Bronco: Turf	No more Bush's.

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~Crash~ My new dog Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 6,600 Adopt-a-Bronco: Kuper	He went from being a Maverick with principles, to a caddy for the worst president in history... the man who slandered him in the first place... Have you ever hear the statement to be really great you must be able hold the line even when all things seem to be crashing around you !!! well I will put my money on Bush ! In time he will be looked at as a great pres... He is a brave man .

05-11-2006, 12:08 AM	#6
Rascal RIP Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 16,581 Adopt-a-Bronco: Turf	Yeah he was brave enough to skip out on vietnam along with Cheney. Don't go there. Lots of others did as well (Clinton for one) but to use the word "brave" as a description of Bush is laughable.

05-11-2006, 12:34 AM	#9
ClevelandBronco Ring of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Freedonia Posts: 1,643	Capitalization, punctuation and spelling are all useful concepts. Try them out sometime.

05-11-2006, 08:10 AM	#20
Hogan11 Rock-N-Roll Historian Let's take these SOB's out!!!!!! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: W.NY.B.C. Posts: 21,300 Adopt-a-Bronco: Floyd Little	I fully expect Jeb to run in order to keep the Monarchy going. McCain is a staunch conservative and not the populist many think he is based on his so called maverick dissention. Without checking the guy's voting record out, many who vote for him will be surprised....and disappointed.

05-11-2006, 08:51 PM	#22
jhat01 Ring of Famer Knuckle Dragging Homer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Langley, VA Posts: 1,799	Savage for President!!

05-11-2006, 08:54 PM	#23
spdirty Ring of Famer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bailey Posts: 13,903 Adopt-a-Bronco: Koppen	Could you guys even imagine a Bush vs Clinton election in '08? Man, that would be a perfect opportunity for an independent with some money. I actually kind of hope it happens. Maybe people would wake up and turn out in record numbers because of negative turnout for whomever the third party candidate is.

05-11-2006, 09:01 PM	#25
L.A. BRONCOS FAN Mo' holla fo' yo' dolla! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: In a bunker in an undisclosed location Posts: 52,694	Mike Malloy for president.