[nocommies]

why does w's old man continue to be big buddies with this jerk???

[lentulusgracchus]

My best guess is, Clinton knows he needs help in the legacy department, so that using his personal charm and sucking up to George and Barbara Bush is his way of reminding everyone "Hey, I'm a member of the ex-presidents' club, too!"

Social-climbing, but also politics. If Slick does photo-ops and charities with Bush 41, he insulates his "legacy" from anything that might come up during 43's term of office.

Test the thesis: If Hillary gets elected -- or any Democrat -- in 2008, look for Slick to stop schmoozing with 41 and avoid 43. Just something to watch for.