Mr. Bush came to my little 'ole hometown yesterday. I live in Niles, Michigan and Mr. Bush started his two state bus tour here. He held a townhall meeting on my highschool gym floor. The same highschool where I spent 4 teenage angst years 20 years ago. It was very surreal. Anyway, as many problems as he's made for himself, I witnessed in person (about 15 feet away actually) why he will win. Because he has style and carries himself like a president. Say what you will about Iraq, health care, the economy etc etc...but he looks like a Vegas act next to John "cardboard cut-out" Kerry. Bush was genuine, kind, funny, empathetic and generally happy to be in our presence. There were about 1200 in attendance so it was a very small group. In fact he ran 15 minutes long. The Head of Secret Service said he only remembers one other time that Mr. Bush ran long and not nearly this long. And he had 2 more stops to make for the day. As was brought up on another thread, I think that the president will shine thru in any debate against Kerry.

Say what you will about Bush, but I don't think our country can afford to lose the momentum we are starting to gain. The economy is starting to roll and would take a giant step backwards with a new administration.

I know many people have issues with the President. I do to as well. But I think he is the best thing we got going for now. In any event, to be 15 feet from the most powerful man in the world for 75 minutes was truly a thrill I will never forget.

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Doug in Michigan