Bush 41 has no choice but to remain "above the fray" until 43s term in office is done. He remembers from the '92 race how the media plastered his "he's a bozo" remark about Clinton and it was used against him (although it was a true statement!)...Just like in sports, a true athlete plays to win with his own skills-even when the other team has stolen the play book, paid off the refs and cheats whenever possible.
They are both policy junkies and have had the unique experience of being President. It would be more surprising if they didn't have a natural affinity.
EXCELLENT point, princess leah!
GHWB is a true athlete, a classy athlete. He knows he doesn't have to spit in his opponent's face to win the game. He knows he wins the game by showing the world his own quality and skill..........which he has done.
(I'll betcha some of these gripers are the guys who in high school refused to shake hands with the opposing team at the end of the game.........no class, no sportsmanship, and clearly no ability to understand either quality).