I just began reading George W. Bush’s “Decision Points,” right after the intro, he delves into his drinking habits—a captivating start.
I pity George Bush; I don’t believe he’s evil. Instead, I think he was elected because he projected a cowboy image, embodying the simple folk archetype, which was sold to the American public as a moral antidote to the Democratic, sexually active Bill Clinton.
I argue that the misdeeds during his eight years in the White House were orchestrated not by him but by big corporations, big oil, big pharmaceuticals, lobbyists, etc., with Dick Cheney, whom I consider the most evil person on earth, as their frontman.
On a lighter note, speaking of simple folk, I once worked with a guy named Tom from Mississippi. He was the only American I’ve ever known with a very heavy accent! I was constantly amazed by his kindness, generosity, and simplicity. Once, when asked what he missed most from back home, he answered, “homemade cornbread.” He was a genuine red, white, and blue guy with a huge heart.
I’m not sure why I included that last anecdote, but sharing good things about people I know feels right.
Lately, I’ve noticed a shift in my reading preferences toward non-fiction, which I find somewhat boring. Am I expanding my horizons? Perhaps. Am I getting older? No, I’ve seen the fountain of youth.
I’ll keep you updated on my thoughts about the book.
