Purpose/Introduction

This blog is an argument for the case that George W. Bush, the 43rd President of the United States, is the worst President in this country's history. The support to come in the following months will be a mix of documented fact and opinion. Documented fact will be cited, as will the opinions of reputable (or otherwise) sources. My personal opinion will be clearly indicated as such.

The only question I have before beginning this journey is:

Can a man who was never legally elected to the office of President 1, and should not even be eligible for the position 2, actually be the worst President in history?

I shall assume so. Although he was not properly elected (twice) he remains, quizzically, the President and is therefore a candidate for the Worst President in US History.

1. See the writings of Greg Palast, among many many other sources. The election in 2000 was irregular and possibly illegal in Florida. The proceedings that followed were ended only by the Supreme Court. Their decision had no precedent and the authority to make it is not provided for by the Constitution. Had he not been illegitimately put into office in 2000, he would likely not have been on the ballot in 2004. Even so, the irregularities surrounding the 2004 election make it clear that, at best, the results were not conclusive enough to declare a President.

2. Personal opinion. For a supporting opinion, follow this link. The case for President Bush's evasion of service to the Air National Guard during the war in Viet Nam is strong. Refer to the works of Michael Moore. His politics and opinion are controversial, but his facts in this matter are well documented. President Bush was Absent Without Leave (AWOL), a crime under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). He was never brought to Court Martial, but had he been, he would have recieved a dishonorable discharge and not have risen to public office, nor be eligible for the Presidency. Read this article for a description of how service members are treated in today's military - this soldier applied for Conscientious Objector (CO) status and was charged with missing movement (a form of being AWOL). It appears to have been a reprisal by his command over his application for CO status. He was sentenced with 15 months in prison, reduction in rank, and a dishonorable discharge.