Bush signals willing compromise on Medicare drug plan
President Bush shifts from a hardline stance to backing a broad drug benefit for seniors. He previously fought education bills tax cuts and Homeland Security changes and now backs legislation with Senator Kennedy to extend drug benefits under Medicare, urging Congress to pass the measure by July Fourth.
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Bush relies on deal cutting to win support on key bills
Analysis notes President Bush coinsides with Democratic allies to push major agendas. He crafted education, tax, and prescription drug compromises while maintaining a tough image. Critics like Tom Daschle question priorities and say must focus on prescription drug benefits rather than further tax cuts.
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