The biggest disappointment with Bush was his refusal to stand up for himself, for his policies, and for conservatism.
This is part of the reason for Palin’s popularity.
People are seeing that FINALLY someone is out there who will take it back on the elitists.
Bush probably didn’t take it to the elitists because he is one.
Palin = Reagan
You apparently have never seen the tiny house in Midland where George W. Bush grew up. You apparently didn't watch him for eight years and see how he related to and treated regular people with respect because he IS one.
Coming from a wealthy family doesn't make one an "elitist" just like being raised in a poor family doesn't keep you from being one. It's how you choose to live your life and the attitudes you have toward others that make the difference.
Barack Obama is an elitist. George W. Bush isn't even close.
(btw, he didn't "take it to" anyone because he chooses to be Christian first and politician second).