Republican critique of the 2008 field and era of reform
Garrison Keillor surveys the 2008 Republican race and the anti establishment stance amid Bush era baggage. He mocks self serving Washington culture, notes lobbying access and fiscal worries over Iraq costs. He contrasts McCain and Palin with critiques of experience and elitism while praising small town values and public radio.
Jeb Bush calls for reform to win back GOP support
Florida former governor Jeb Bush advocates reform within limited government as key to regaining a congressional majority. He praises McCain-Palin, criticizes party denial after 2006 losses, and supports sunset reviews for federal agencies, Grace Commission reuse, and renewed social security Medicare reform. He warns Obama centrism and predicts Bush 43 will be viewed favorably in history.
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