I'd say Bush knows how to fight. Nerve racking to bystanders, but it has appeared to be effective.
Allowing his critics to shoot their best shots then come with a response. I've learned the art of patience watching him in his administration. MHO
I agree. The left has spewed so much poison and has "repeated it" , now the administration can finally combat the poison , taking away the excuse of the left"I misspoke" .
President Bush let the left paint themselves into a tight corner. (IMHO)