One thing nobody can ever accuse GWB of being is a leader.
GWB has been led from the beginning by the strong men he put in his cabinet, and it's coming home to roost. Witness GWB's appearance before the 911 Commission - he could not appear alone to answer questions, he needed to have DC with him.
"If we talk about the economy, we'll lose"
-Bush44's top aide
"This campaign is not about issues"
-Rick Davis, Bush44's Campaign Manager