what does america think about president bush?
352086
I didn't vote for him. I want him out of office!! \nI certainly do not call him MY President.
516390
George Bush and his cronies have taken America into a dark place. America has lost its morality, its sense of purpose, and any justifiable claim to be leader of the 'free' world.\n\nUnder Bush, in a remarkably short period characterised by the complacency of the American people, America has become a failed State. \n\nThese are the words of Noam Chomsky:\n\n"Failed States are unable or unwilling to protect their citizens from violence and perhaps even destruction. They regard themselves as beyond the reach of domestic or international law, hence free to carry out aggression and violence. And if they have democratic forms, they suffer from a serious "democratic deficit" that deprives their formal democratic institutions of real substance. \n\nOne of the hardest tasks that anyone can undertake, and among the most important, is to look honestly in the mirror. If we allow ourselves to do so, we should have little difficulty in finding the characteristics of "failed states" right at home".\n\nMr Chomsky is a controversial character, but these particular words hit home.\n\nCome on America, take a long and honest look in the mirror. In every respect, Mr Bush had made America an uglier place.
736194
It seems that Mr Bush is a very focused man - which could be a good thing, but has instead been a negative thing.  There have been people inside his administration who have tried to give him advice and he has almost categorically ignored them.  It seems that there is information that is welcomed and accepted, and then there is some information that is swept under the carpet.  I think people feel disenfranchised when the President and congress act as if we are preschool children and we are incapable of making informed decisions at all.  Most Americans are intelligent enough to take the information that is presented to us on a daily basis and form opinions and ideas.  We just wish that we felt represented and not dragged along behind whatever agenda our government decides is important.
1178111
President Bush is a wonderful president! And you are wrong in the polls...the latest polls show a 40% rating. 82% percent of this poll are Republicans. Now I will tell you why I totally respect our president.... I hope I don't leave anything out!!\n\n1. Low unemployment (5.3 million new jobs)\n2. Excellent growth. \n3. Low inflation (under 3% ... In spite of gas prices)\n4. Low interest rates. \n5. Bush has given tax breaks back to the working class.\n6. Has lead the world in aid to Africa.\n7. He has appointed more minorities to the highest levels in government.\n8. He has increased spending on education, environment, social programs, Medicaid and drug plans.\n9. He has extended tax cuts. \n10.The economy is still stable in spite of the war and Katrina.\n\nAnd:\n\nHe has restored our moral values. He relies on God for guidance in his decision making. (His ethics and moral values are those seen of Godly men.)\nHe cares enough to try to make this country a better and safer place?\nHe openly asks for solutions from both parties. (but because of their political agendas would rather his polices fail then for them to work as a team to better this country.)\n\nAnd the war in Iraq has brought down an evil dictator, Saddam, and freed the Iraqis to begin a new government. They now have a Prime Minister and a full Cabinet, and have established their own Constitution. They have soldiers in training and a police force. And the Iraqis are thankful to our troops for their help and support in all these things.\n\nAnd now, our troops, our coalition, and the Iraqi police have brought down and killed the evil terrorist leader, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi. Since his death, many raids (400+) and many documents and have lead to the capture of other terrorist.\n\nPresident Bush has accomplished much... In spite of bashing from the media and the left...\n\nUnfortunately, the "leftist" and Liberals will see nothing but negativity in our President. They will continue to make fun of his way of talking, the way he looks, the way he walks, and never give him any credit for any of the good he has done. \n\nThis bashing and disrespect is sad that they choose to do this instead of supporting him. However, President Bush will just continue doing the job he was elected to do, inspite of them.
34509
Actually, I think Americans are pretty smart for re-electing Bush.\n\nJust as the Brits re-elected Tony Blair.\n\nJust as the Australians re-elected John Howard.\n\n*MOST* people who vote DO look at the issues and they understand what is going on in the world today. The voters understand that in times like these, we need leaders who will stand up for what they believe in EVEN IF IT SEEMS LIKE THE REST OF THE WORLD IS AGAINST THEM.\n\nIt is called having convictions and standing up for yourself. Thank God we have men like Bush, Blair and Howard for standing up for freedom because there are obviously a lot of people out there who would not.
780450
Firstly, I like this question, unbiased enough to spark debate.  Better than just saying: THE WORLD IS BETTER WITH BUSH... or THE WORLD IS LESS SAFE WITH BUSH.\n\nBut my opinion on the matter is that I've never felt so vulnerable as an American in my life.  It's hard to travel around in foreign countries, our middle class is eroding, etc...\n\nI think Bush's policies, though meant well for hte most part, aren't working.
962886
Americans love success, the love to win and be right.\n\nThey don't like the fact they elected Bush, he has made a lot of bad decisions which means the American people having to admit they were wrong.\n\nWe Brits are diffrent, we're amazed when we are right.
400992
Actually the President really has very little power, even though we are lead to believe that he holds in his hands every decision or act.  But as President, I think Bush has been fine.  He certainly has areas that even I don't agree with, but when it comes to standing for this country my hat is off to him.  When it come to standing for something he does, as long as he feel and thinks it is best course to take.   \n\nI think the question aught to be is Congress doing a good job.  That is the question and that is what you are feeling and seeing.  They are doing a bad job. ALL OF THEM
5633
i really dont think he cares about his image,thats why his leadership and loyalty as an american trumps most political figures.clinton would poll to figure out where his ideas were.bush has conviction so his ideas are his.i think some of his decisions in his presidency will prove fruitful leading to good image.hes got my vote
565591
George Bush is an alright man. I dont think the world of him but i dont think nothing of him. He is the president and he makes the desicions. Not the people. They do have a say in it, but George makes all the final ones. I dont understand why people complain about him. He has done nothing to harm them and has done nothing wrong. I think he is a good president
465650
Bush has already done a lot of good things to US and to the world.  If he controls Mafia and terrorist activities in US definitely he can be remembered by Americans for ever.  Surely next President's actions will make Mr. Bush as the better one.  Sure his party will win back power in this election.
826621
I'm an Aussie and I don't have a low opinion of Americans. \nI don't think Americans are any dumber or smarter than Poms or other Aussies.\nI do have a low opinion of Bush, but I know he does not represent all Americans, just the ones who like him. From what I've read on the yahoo message boards not many Americans like Bush either.\n(To all those who chose to vote this week, well done!)\nI don't think America is any better than Australia, nor any worse.\nBut of course I think Australia is the best place to live.
214858
Given Bush's current approval rating (34-38%) and the way he has split America in two, he is a divider, not a uniter. Bush and his group of rich fat cats is no way in touch with the American people.
981862
Hi, I have absolutely nothing against the Americans. I have been over there on holiday a few times and have worked a while in Kansas City, Missouri. Of course as a Brit (living in Switzerland presently),  I did notice that life in America is much more anonym, probably because of the vast size of your country and the sheer magnitude of your population.\nThe only reservation I have with Americans are their eating habits (fast food etc), and their lack of geographical knowledge..outside of the USA. (Who is perfect anyway?)\nI do not detest Bush as a person, I do not really know him,  but I have not agreed with all of his policies and decisions. Then again, the whole world is corrupt anyway. I think we have to be patient for the truth to be illuminated. Maybe one day we will find out the full truth with regard to Irak and other armed conflicts, in which the US Forces are and have been involved.\n\nI evaluate the change as a positive step for USA and for the world, but cannot make any prognosis, as we, normal citizens do not have access to all the information!.\nI was very suprised that Bush was re-elected in 2004 and not surprised at all, that the long-yearned for change of leadership is happening now.\n\nGood luck, and a good question. It shows that you think globally and are interested in outsiders' opinions!
913039
bush Jr is disliked by most of the people in the world. he second to ladden in some countries as per polls done by the guardian news papers. except UK, there is no friend to the USA .he is considered as danger to world peace even in countries like Israel and the UK.but it was not so in the case of Clinton.he did not take a brutal decision like invading Iraq without valid reason and caused for the deaths of  more than 600000 iraqis.
1162083
I read your answers.  You don't know grammer and you can't spell.  You don't know anything about George Bush, except you've heard morons on tv trash him.  He's a great president.  We haven't been attacked since 9/11, he lowered taxes, he passed the no child left behind act, and he's doing all he can for America.  I don't agree with everything he does, but I know he cares about America, he has character, and he has courage.  He flew into Iraq twice during the war, once to have thanksgiving dinner with the troops.
1167513
This question is too vague.\n\nObviously you do not like our current president.\n\nI voted for George W. Bush twice and think he is a wonderful president.