"But there is one facet of the Bush Presidency that historians will universally and roundly condemn; the politicization of governance that, top to bottom, has interfered with many of the vital functions we expect the government to carry out." -Rightwing Nuthouse
"I can't think of a single modern president about to bequeath to his successor such a difficult agenda and such a damaged presidency."
[Crap, news conference day. I will cover the news conference coverage in a separate post.]