Political dynasties: Bush the third? Nov 1, 2008
Seen like that, the Jeb-for-Prez plan may seem like overkill by the Bush family. It caused some Democrats to chortle with delight yesterday and even some Republicans to release quiet groans. (Yahoo News -- Bush Family)
Obama's and McCain's 'father issues' Oct 30, 2008
As Stone imagines it toward the end of the moviewhen it becomes clear that has no weapons of mass destruction and that Bush launched a costly war on false groundsW. has a nightmare in which his father, the 41st president, appears in a vacated Oval Office and tells him he has "ruined" the 200 years of work it took to build the Bush family's reputation ... The other reasonthe one Oliver Stone is taking to the bankis that Bush's decision to invade Iraq was mainly a matter of playing out... (MSNBC -- Politics)
McCain, Obama cross Fla. today Oct 29, 2008
In this case it's all be cause of the Bush family Jeb and George. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F, except on Tuesday when it's open until 9 p.m.. (The Palm Beach Post)
Paralympians train wounded warriors Oct 25, 2008
This month, she and the rest of the Olympic and Paralympic teams met the Bush family at the White House. A photo on her blog shows President Bush kissing her on the head. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Getting Bush Right Oct 22, 2008
How the Bush family, which once typified pre-Reagan Republicanism, came to play such a pivotal role in this period is a central part of the story. If we want to understand recent history, we need to understand this unreflective family in a way its members will probably never understand themselves. (Slate)
Movie Review - Film gives surprising empathy for 'W' Oct 21, 2008
While scenes with the Bush family provide background and amusement, Stone truly shines in his portrayal of sizzling White House conferences. Page 1 of 2. (University News, MO)
Josh Brolin is superb as folksy and likeable W. Oct 18, 2008
Obviously only those who know him can vouch for the validity of what's here, but Stone and screenwriter Stanley Weiser (Wall Street) supposedly mined 17 books on the Bush family while researching the project ... In W., Bush (Josh Brolin) is a folksy, likeable guy who resents the pressure imposed by his father (James Cromwell) to live up to the Bush family name. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
'We Tried Not to Cross the Line of Truth' Oct 17, 2008
As portrayed by , Stone's Bush, while perhaps goofier than the real president, also conveys the powerful charisma that propelled the onetime black sheep of the Bush family to the presidency after his alcohol-dominated younger days. "He's oddly likable," Stone says. (Washington Post)
Keffer: Republicans must stay energized Oct 15, 2008
Bush also continues to protect the Bush family friend, Bin Laden, who killed all the Americans on 9/11. " mrmikeb wrote on Oct 14, 2008 11:48 AM:" If character is judged by people you associate with, then consider Karl Rove and Dick Cheney. (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)
My friends, fill out the morality report Oct 15, 2008
-- or that the Bush family has coddled Cuban terrorists opposed to Fidel Castro. After all, there are terrorists and there are terrorists and the only ones to get upset about are ancient ones, long rehabilitated if not unambiguously repentant, who had a coffee klatch for a rising young Democrat. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mortgage purchase spurs rate cut Oct 12, 2008
Sunday, October 12, 2008. Banks reduce prime after Ottawa unveils plan to buy $25 billion in residential mortgages Oct 11, 2008 04:30 AM. (Toronto Star)
Report stings Palin over Troopergate flap Oct 11, 2008
The Bush family and the Bin Laden family are close friends. Bushies own a large part of the Bin Laden Group, the company that owns most of Arabia. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Mike Baker: With Press In Obama's Corner Voters Suffer Oct 8, 2008
In fact, while we don t have the evidence yet, we ve heard that Senator McCain is possibly related to the Bush family. Not saying it s true, but it does seem likely. (Fox News)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 7, 2008 Oct 8, 2008
geez Chuck, the Bin Laden family and the Bush family go way back - they have very personal FAMILY ties. You are just too DESPERATE. (North County Times)
In autumn, life's sweet in the south of Maine Oct 7, 2008
Some of that wealth, of course, belongs to the Bush family, which has summered on Walker s Point in Kennebunkport for a century. From the political to the peaceful, I make my way to St. Anthony Franciscan Monastery, just around a bend and a world away from Dock Square. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
President makes quick, long-awaited return home Oct 6, 2008
It has been restored to look as it did when the Bush family owned it complete with a red tricycle outside. "It's an amazing experience to come back to a place you were raised," the president told reporters after spending about 15 minutes inside. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
explains why Oct 3, 2008
The Bush family name will be Shit forever. said. (Harper's Magazine)
Editor's Mailbag (Sept. 30) Oct 3, 2008
time4change wrote on Oct 1, 2008 8:43 PM:" Good point David. I wish more folks would use that kind of logic in choosing a candidate.I agree Kenneth. The Bush family has cost our Government billions, and if the lost opportunity cost were added, we would have to add another comma.Scott, I am always fascinated by how easily some folks are confused by a simple abstract concept. As you can see by some of the replies to your opinion, some folks do not understand that one human equals a certain amount... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Letters to the Editor Oct 3, 2008
There have been two major recessions and one minor in fairness, by my definition and how my personal life was affected and you may have your own recession definition during the tenures of Regan and the Bush family. Three corruption scandals Keating, Savings and Loan and Iran-Contra occurred while a member of the GOP held the top office. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
First look: Oliver Stone's 'W.' is not quite out of left field Sep 24, 2008
Stone also read Kitty Kelley's The Family, a gossip-heavy account of the Bush family, for insight into the father-son dynamic but did not include the book's allegation that the president, who has acknowledged that he had a drinking problem, once used cocaine. "We didn't have to take cheap shots, and we didn't want to be malicious. We're very careful. We didn't want to go over the line," Stone says, though he acknowledges sometimes tiptoeing perilously close. (USA Today -- Life)
NCT: LETTERS, Sept. 22, 2008 Sep 23, 2008
"On NBC this morning, host Meredith Vieira noted that former HP CEO Carly Fiorina is an example of exactly the kind of person you say is at the root of the problem. McCain replied, I dont think so:McCAIN: I dont think so. Because I think she did a good job as CEO in many respects. I dont know the details of her compensation package. But shes one of many advisers that I have.Q: But she did get a $45 million dollar golden parachute after being fired while 20,000 of her... (North County Times)
10 Questions for Alec Baldwin Sep 19, 2008
But the Evangelicals who say AIDS is payback for homosexuals you don't see liberals saying Hurricane Ike is payback for the Bush family living in Texas. I think that my brother really is very devout and very dedicated, and none of that bothers me until it becomes political. (Time.com)
McCain has 2 faces: Washington in- and outsider Sep 17, 2008
Is Jeb harboring a grudge after those stories about how the Bush family expected him not George to follow their father as president. Did the Democrats control the White House for the past eight years, or both chambers of Congress for the first six of them. (International Herald Tribune)
US needs to concentrate inside Afghanistan Sep 15, 2008
The Laden family in fact was friends of the Bush family. Pakistan that was governed by a military dictator at time gave open access to the US and allies to carry operations inside Afghanistan and played an active role in this fight and declared the US war against Alqaeda outfits as its own war. (The Post)
A Dallas orchestra reimagines LBJ's duel wars Sep 14, 2008
The Dallas Symphony said that the Bush family had not been invited, and that Johnson's two daughters had declined to attend. But others connected with the Johnson administration were expected, the orchestra said, along with officials from the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum, which cooperated with the project. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Waiting for Ike Sep 13, 2008
Storms still wreaked havocupending trailers, creating widespread flooding, paving downtown Houston in skyscraper glassbut most people accepted them as a normal if problematic part of life here, like mosquitoes, humidity, and the Bush family. Then came the 2005 hurricane season, with Katrina in August and, not quite a month later, Rita. (Slate)
LETTER: Jefferson really believed power came from God Sep 12, 2008
The Question wrote on Sep 11, 2008 7:07 AM:" Ike forecast to slam Texas as Category 4, with 130 mph winds---Clearly, God is punishing Texas for the sin of harboring the Bush family. " ... Locke wrote on Sep 11, 2008 11:02 AM:" RE: Clearly, God is punishing Texas for the sin of harboring the Bush family.TQ: I know you are mocking a certain religious person on the right, but honestly, I find no joy in this. " ... The Question wrote on Sep 11, 2008 12:06 PM:" " RE: Clearly, God is punishing Texas... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Welcome to John McCain's party Sep 3, 2008
With the Bush family now out of the picture -- and Dick Cheney, whose name was never mentioned Tuesday night, at an undisclosed secure location -- this is now John McCain's Republican Party. Two different convention films, for example, featured Teddy Roosevelt, McCain's hyperactive role model. (Salon)
Bush extols McCain's candidacy to delegates Sep 3, 2008
Inside the hall, the Bush family legacy was on display. Bush's father, former President George H.W. Bush, drew a standing ovation when he entered the arena with his wife, Barbara, and other relatives. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
European Press More Skeptical of Obama Than Ours Sep 2, 2008
We have had the Bush family ad nauseum, the Kennedys ditto -- with old Ted yanked from his sickbed to endorse Mr. Obama in a stunt that made On Golden Pond seem light on sentimentality. How, the European press wondered, could so many people fall for this kind of Hollywood hype. (Human Events Online)
New England Mod Squad Touts McCain Sep 2, 2008
Bass was slow to blame the unpopular president for the loss of Northeastern moderate Republicans after all, the Bush family s political line began as New England moderates. Bass pegged the problem on the rise of the ideological wings at the expense of middle-of-the-road public officials. (Roll Call)
Fear on campaign trail Aug 29, 2008
Who do the Obamas think they are, the Bush family. Michelle Obama is impressive, to say the least. (Albany Times Union)
Bond is back Aug 27, 2008
The Bush family is a political dynasty. In America, it s the closest thing we have to a political dynasty. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Fall films: Bond, Bush, high school divas Aug 26, 2008
"_ "W.": Oliver Stone has done presidents before, No. 37 with "Nixon," No. 35 (or at least the aftermath of his assassination) with "JFK." But with George W. Bush (Josh Brolin), he's having a go at a current commander in chief. "We're telling it while he's still in office, which has never been done," says Elizabeth Banks, who plays Laura Bush. "The Bush family is a political dynasty. In America, it's the closest thing we have to a political dynasty. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
For fall: Bond's back, Hollywood does high school Aug 25, 2008
"The Bush family is a political dynasty. In America, it's the closest thing we have to a political dynasty. Other than John Adams and John Quincy Adams, we've never had father-and-son presidents like this before.". FOR TEENS AND TWEENS. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Letters to the editor (42) Aug 21, 2008
As for Bush administration officials profiting from their chosen wars: It is a matter of public record that the Bush family is heavily invested in oil drilling, shipping and processing operations in the U.S. and in the Middle East that stand to benefit from a restructured Middle East. George H.W. Bush was a board member of the Carlyle group until just a few years ago, and Vice President Richard. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
"Survivor" All-Stars Ready for Battle Aug 20, 2008
So their pay may give them something in common with the Bush family, but their culture does not. Unless you count Heidi and Spencer; they're Republicans. (Yahoo News -- Survivor)
NASAs Constellation has a hiccup: First flight delayed to 2014 Aug 13, 2008
Nasa's already done far more things that make our life easier than the administrations of the Bush family have done. JohnnyricoMC report abuse vote down vote up Votes: +0. (TG Daily)
Chinese Premier meets with U.S. president in Beijing Aug 11, 2008
BEIJING, Aug. 10 (Xinhua) -- Premier Wen Jiabao met here on Sunday afternoon with U.S. President George W. Bush and welcomed the Bush family, who attended the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games and other events. Wen made the remarks at the beginning of their meeting, saying that he learned that Bush had made a surprise visit to the beach volleyball venue on Saturday, where he watched the U.S. men's and women's teams practice. (Xinhuanet, China)
Old Wrinkly's Roverian cancer Aug 8, 2008
Extra Himalayas and Hindu Kushes of hypocrisy have been reached as old Washington hands - many of them part of McCain's media "base" - proclaimed themselves indignant that McCain had taken the Bush family Rovian way: victory, whatever it takes. Not many Republican hearts can survive the horrifying idea of being defeated by a liberal, Democratic black guy. (Asia Times Online)
Bush Family Calls Limbaugh to celebrate show's 20th anniversary... Aug 2, 2008
The Bush Family Calls Rush. The Bush Family Calls Rush. (The Drudge Report)
Anne Armstrong, at 80; served as US ambassador to Britain Aug 1, 2008
"Anne was a great sportsman, fantastic shot, and a wonderful friend to the Bush family. We send condolences to her family and mourn her death.". Tobin Armstrong died in 2005. (Boston Globe)
Newsweek: How the Saudis pressured Tony Blair Aug 1, 2008
Bandar, a longtime close personal friend of the Bush family who is now national-security adviser to Saudi King Abdullah, was so worried about investigations into the BAE payments that last year he hired the international legal and security firm Freeh Group International, headed by former FBI director Louis Freeh, to defend him from the charges. Among the Freeh Group's partners is Sir Stephen Mitchell, a prominent British barrister and former High Court judge. (MSNBC -- International)
Ex-Ambassador Anne Armstrong Dies Jul 31, 2008
"Anne was a great sportsman, fantastic shot, and a wonderful friend to the Bush family. We send condolences to her family and mourn her death.". Armstrong was also the first woman to co-chair the Republican National Committee. (Click2Houston, TX)
First trailer for Oliver Stone's 'W' hits... Jul 30, 2008
People, the BUSH family istrations pretty much ruined the country - and all of you who voted for them for 3 terms are totally to blame. Georgie deserves everything bad that comes to him and more. (The Drudge Report)
Kate revealed Jul 30, 2008
Musician Colin Lloyd Tucker produced his first album at the age of 17, playing all the instruments himself, when he first met the Bush family. After recording with Kate Bush's musician brother Paddy, he was invited to perform backing vocals on her 1993 album The Red Shoes. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
VYING FOR YOUR VOTE: Box office's presidential race begins Friday Jul 30, 2008
Sure to create controversy and provoke defenders of the Bush family, Stone's film also could have difficulty persuading Bush critics to watch the story of a politician they despise. "The difficulty W. faces is that George Bush isn't running this year and a lot of voters, based on the polls, have written him off. In a way, he'll be a fading figure in October, when this movie comes out," says Gregg Kilday, film editor for The Hollywood Reporter. (USA Today)
‘Cody Connection' riddle Jul 29, 2008
" The aliens decreed that Cody would be the future capitol of Planet #42 (Earth) in the year 2009. This was communicated through a series of arcane rituals down through the ages and now the Bush family, Osama Bin Laden, and this friend of mine named Steve have utilized the principles of water magic and cellphone technology to reveal these secrets to the inhabitants of planet Earth. ". AirportDave wrote on Jul 28, 2008 4:42 PM:" Tanker 42 is a Neptune Aviation Lockheed P-2H. I believe one of its... (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Waging the image campaign overseas Jul 25, 2008
and former President George H.W. Bush, right, arrive by golf cart for a news conference at the Bush family home in Kennebunkport, Maine. If the image campaign means anything, it's been a tough week for the Republican presidential candidate. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Socialism roots run deep Jul 25, 2008
" Citizens can still scream outrage and s-l-o-w-l-y create change. Chew on that for a bit.I find it interesting the dangerous "Vanguard" you speak of is also the name of the organization in which the Bush family has huge holdings and interests, particularly earning lots of $$$$ right now in the Iraqi war. Perhaps you should have included that in your diatribe. ". shdware wrote on Jul 24, 2008 9:13 AM:" Slow your roll there, Dee. I think it is very difficult for fascism and communism to... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Political dynasties: Bush the third? Jul 24, 2008
Seen like that, the Jeb-for-Prez plan may seem like overkill by the Bush family. It caused some Democrats to chortle with delight yesterday and even some Republicans to release quiet groans. (Yahoo News -- Bush Family)
GOP donor faced trouble back home Jul 23, 2008
"Didn't you, in fact, invite [investor] Brian Stewart to join the Bush family for a weekend at the Bush ranch in Texas?" the lawyer asked. "Yes," Berkman conceded. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
McCain: Obama "Completely Wrong" On Iraq Jul 22, 2008
and former President George H.W. Bush, right, arrive by golf cart for a news conference at the Bush family home in Kennebunkport, Maine, Monday, July 21, 2008. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster). (CBS News)
McCain: Policy on Iraq hasn't changed Jul 22, 2008
talks during a news conference with former President George H.W. Bush, left, at the Bush family home in Kennebunkport, Maine, Monday. WHO IS YOUR 2008 MATCH. (USA Today -- News)
Your opinion? Jul 15, 2008
sure the A-B execs and the Bush family are going to reap the lion s share of the profit, but like it or not, they re the lions in this jungle (more accurately, they ve sold their title to InBev s lions). And no matter who owns Bud , we can t buy beer on Sundays in the backward-a** state, so I think there are more pressing matters to discuss. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Photo gallery Magazine angers Obama Jul 15, 2008
That s because the Bush family has had ties to that very Nazi Germany that you referenced, predating World War 2. They use the same tactics because they desire the same kind of world. (The Palm Beach Post)
LETTERS: NCT, July 13, 2008 Jul 14, 2008
Since Max Hagan took the time to ask me if I knew anything about Jimmy Carter's connection to the Saudis, I have to ask him if he has ever seen a family prostitute themselves to the Saudis as well as the Bush family does. Max, your radio dial is too far to the right. (North County Times)
Faustian bargains in football Jul 13, 2008
His background and name have not stopped his company from investing in all sorts of businesses beyond its bread and butter of construction, reputedly including Microsoft, Boeing, and even, as Michael Moore makes a case for in Fahrenheit 9/11, the oil concerns of the Bush family of Texas. He's dined with British royalty and American presidents - as whitebread and capital "E" establishment as you can get. (Asia Times Online)
Protected by Washington, Fannie and Freddie grew Jul 13, 2008
Fannie's board once included Frederic Malek, a longtime friend of the Bush family and a former business partner of the current president. 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Manhasset hosts FEMA trailer used as hurricane housing Jul 13, 2008
He has been driving the trailer across the country, scheduling stops near the and the Capitol in Washington, D.C., the Bush family compound in Kennebunkport, , and other tour sites. He plans to park the trailer close to both the Republican and Democratic conventions and presidential debate sites. (Newsday)
GOP Will Live to Fight Another Day Jul 8, 2008
We lost it when G.W. Bush and the Bush family machine hijacked the GOP and made it a big government party just like the Democrats. George W. Bush has destroyed the current Republican Party, and he has come close to killing the organized conservative movement as well. (Newsmax)
U.S. condoned Kurdish oil deal Jul 4, 2008
Hunt Oil Chief Executive Ray Hunt denied that his ties to the Bush family and the Republican Party helped his company cut a deal with the largely autonomous region. Hunt said in a Wall Street Journal interview in October the company received no government advice before striking the deal. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Why does gas cost so much? Jul 2, 2008
Hetfield forgets the millions of dollars that the Bush family has received from the country that provide most of the "9/11 terrorists"-the Saudi's. Who "owns" the Bush's. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Letters to the Editor (6/27/08) Jun 28, 2008
Of the five who voted against the people of Alaska, three were selected by the Bush family, and two by Reagan. That's 100 percent. (Anchorage Daily News)
David Icke Fights By-Election 'To Save The World' Jun 26, 2008
He claims a "network of interbreeding families" - that includes the Bush family - are trying to form a world government. He says the New York terror attacks were the work of this Illuminati, and were used as a moral platform to invade Iraq. (Sky News)
