Rove is playing the odds.... most sitting presidents win reelection.
Yes, I know that the unelected Ford didn’t and the horrid Carter was defeated, and also GHWB lost his reelection bid.
What happens if we hit Nov. 2012 and unemployment has dropped to 8%? That’s improvement but is it enough?
Also, what events will transpire to raise or lower Obama’s approval rating between now and November 2012?
So 3 of the last six presidents lost re-election bids - 50%
If Barry runs again, which I don’t think he will, he would tip the balance to 4 out of 7 not winning a second term, IMHO.
Reagan, despite the media’s best efforts, was recognized as a damned fine leader. That’s why he won a second term.
G.B. Sr was known for his “read my lips” promise. His base dumped him. He lost his second term.
Clinton was a charming rogue. That was enough for the independents.
For all his faults, GW was a leader. Thank God he beat Kerry for reelection. Imagine that traitor on 9/11!
Now, take a look at Obama. Even many on the left are furious with his behavior. If the Republicans can pull their collective head from their collective ass, and take the damned gloves off, and attack Obama like they’ve attacked the conservative candidates, they stand a very good chance at retaking the presidency.
Personally, I’d rather scrap the GOP and support a TEA Party candidate.
Ford pardoned Dick.
“Carter was horrid”
GHWB lied.
Obammy is a marxist liberal and America is not.