There is a reason this guy has been labeled "McSame". Nothing about him is original. He steals Obama's campaign theme of "change" when it is convenient, he steals Obama's economic theme of "help for the middle class" when it is convenient. One thing is new - he throws George Bush under the bus now that it is convenient, even though in the past he stood right by his side, encouraged others to do so, and voted with the guy 90% of the time.
Four years ago, McCain wanted people to stand up for Bush. Now, not so much, and in yet another Hail Mary attempt, McCain is going to try to spin his campaign as one that is running against the very policies that John McCain voted for. Anything for a victory, eh, John?
Republican John McCain delivered his toughest criticism so far of President Bush's economic policies as he unveiled a campaign stump speech that promised an energetic fight to reverse his slide in the polls.
In Virginia, a Republican state turned battleground this time, McCain criticized Bush while vowing to enact policies that would reverse the effects of Bush's two terms in office.
"We cannot spend the next four years as we have spent much of the last eight: waiting for our luck to change," McCain said. "We have to act immediately. We have to change direction now."
Should have told everyone that four years ago, John. Hell, we knew Bush was a disaster back then, why didn't you?
One thing George is good for - fleecing money out of wealthy Republican donors. Bush is coming to visit Dick DeVos here on Wednesday, and that leaves Saul gushing with pride.
"The president has been a great fundraiser," Michigan Republican Party Chairman Saul Anuzis said. "The Republican faithful enjoy seeing him. He's a good draw."
Never dreamed I'd say this, but I'm starting to feel a little sorry for George Bush. Here he has his friends, his supporters, stabbing him in the back, stabbing him in the front even, and at the same time, they want to use him for the money. Politics is a harsh mistress.
But on second thought... nah. Maybe not. Don't feel sorry for Bush at all. Too bad George. Better start packing for that long retirement on the ranch. Hope someone has counted the White House silverware...