[srmorton]

I know Part D was a bad idea, but GW did try to institute a plan that would allow future recipients of Social Security to invest a small portion of their FICA taxes in personal accounts. The Democrats went ballistic and it did not pass. Had that happened, Social Security would be in much better shape than it is now.

I LOVE Free Republic, but I hate these threads that bash George Bush. He was not perfect, but at least I had no doubt that he loved this country and wanted the best for it - unlike Obama whose every move has been and will be to destroy America. I agree that Jeb should not even think about running for POTUS, but I would much rather have GW and Laura in the WH than the two interlopers who currently reside there!

[octex]

Regarding your #17....

I agree with all you stated!! Bush 43 is unfairly bashed by many here on FR. I opposed his attempt at amnesty for illegals in 2006-07, but the majority of his actions supported the betterment of Americans and the defense of this country.