Posted on 10/28/2010 9:42:28 AM PDT by MissesBush
**Exclusive** **Must Credit**
"It was a simple question, 'Can you remember the last day you didn't have a drink?'"
So begins President George W. Bush in the opening chapter ["Quitting"] from the most anticipated book of the season, the DRUDGE REPORT can reveal.
With DECISION POINTS, set for release November 9, Bush pulls back the curtain with a strikingly personal work that takes very few shots at his critics.
The former president even stays clear of Obama!
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From 911's "Day of Fire" to "Katrina" to "Financial Crisis", Bush explains how he returned to his faith, time and time again.
And the faith of others.
The president details how he bonded with Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia -- and a magical bird!
Arriving angry at Bush's Texas ranch over the president's position on Israel and Ramallah, Abdullah quickly decided he wanted to leave.
But the prince spots a turkey on the road -- and takes it as a good omen, a sign from Allah!
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The president reveals he gave the order to shoot down planes on September 11 -- and at first thought the plane in PA had been shot down.
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In the chapter "Stem Cells", Bush describes receiving a letter from Nancy Reagan detailing a "wrenching family journey".
But ultimately, Bush writes: "I did feel a responsibility to voice my pro-life convictions and lead the country toward what Pope John Paul II called a culture of life."
In the book, Bush describes an emotional July 2001 meeting with the Pope at the pontiff's summer residence.
Savaged by Parkinson's, the Pope saw the promise of science, but implored Bush to support life in all its forms.
Later, at the Pope's funeral -- and after a prodding from his wife that it's a time to "pray for miracles" -- Bush found himself saying a prayer for the cancer-stricken ABCNEWS anchor Peter Jennings.
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With 14 chapters and an epilogue, it's Bush's turn.
And he'll even do it on OPRAH.
A top Bush source explains: "You will find the president strong, loving life, and ultimately at peace with the decisions he made."
DECISION POINTS ranked #29 on AMAZON's hitlist early Thursday.
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Thanks for this post...I had noted it on Drudge...siren and all! This is going to be good..and perfect timing! hahahahahahaha...life is good!
God bless W!
Christmas gift material...
Hmmm... knock on wood he olny leaks it to Drudge!
W is a class act, so unlike some former Presidents we could name — not to mention the *** now in the WH.
God bless GWB.
He was the finest President in my lifetime. Yes, I know he is very unpopular here on FR, but not to me.
I love that man. He is truly a follower of God.
He may have made mistakes but he never acted out of hate. He always believed he was acting on God’s priniciples. He never hated anyone...
He is human.. as we all are.. and thus prone to error. But to have conquered hate and anger and revenge.. is a tremendous task.
GWB, if you read this board, let me assure you, you have atleast one loyal citizen over here, who will salute you till his dying day!
Go Texas! Go America! Go Humanity! Go God!!
WHY did he have to write a book that would be released right after the election? Once again, he will be the topic of news during the run up to Tuesday. Not good for our side.
Considering Ronaldus Magnus was in office through January, 1989, I take it you are a very young man or woman.
This election is about Obama, not about Bush. No one is going to be swayed by his book one way or another...not to mention other than on Drudge it’s getting little or no attention from the media.
Ah, but think of the message he sends. He doesn't criticize and calmly explains why he took the positions he took - stark contrast to our current President. A class act that I think even dems are beginning to respect. Methinks this may be a positive!
>> Bush pulls back the curtain with a strikingly personal work that takes very few shots at his critics.
Say what you will about George W. Bush — and I’m not 100% happy with all that he did, myself — the man is a class act. And, what’s more, he’s a PRACTICING Christian.
He did, and still does, care more for his country than for his own self. Very UNlike the current White House resident.
God bless you indeed, W.
Exactly. Everyone was worried it was an October Surprise.
NOT!
I agree! Thank you for verbalizing for me.
Why are some of you so worried about this coming out? Bush is almost as popular as Obama so he’s not going to have a negative effect.
It's sad that this bit of simple class and dignity is even worth commenting about.
Are you “concerned?”
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