One of the points of the program was that the steadfastness of those martyrs convinced others of the truth of Christianity, and it was why the Roman Empire, and thus the western world, were converted to Christianity.
I like to think that the steadfastness of President Bush will reap rewards down the road. I know that I hold him up as an example to my grandchildren. It may be that the generation of my grandchildren will be patriotic, Christian, and pro-American. I pray that it is so.
The long range results of the leadership of George W. Bush may not even be seen in our lifetimes.
He understands that, in spite of living in a McDonald's drive-through society, the things that matter are longer range.......or eternal.
That's why he's not worried about any silly poll numbers or 'legacy.' He is grounded in his faith, in a family who loves him and his love of country that surpasses any need for personal acclaim.
(And some day, when I HAVE them, I'm going to tell my grandchildren all about him too. ;)