The inept Republican Party brought you the Dem congress with the help of the President. His tone deaf attitude and complete disconnect on communication is the primary reason. He blew it.
FWIW I don't and I don't believe many others here "hate Bush". I hate what he is trying to do to this country.
I understand that the that people like you respect him because he has a title - I respect the title.
Don't be so thin skinned. Only the strong survive on FR.