Official Clinton Portraits Unveiled

Wow, I like the protraits but I am just speechless at Bush and his praise of Clinton.

The guy who painted the portraits is crazy talented.

I haven't found a good close-up of the portraits yet. Look pretty good from what I've seen, though.

Man, Clinton was such a good president. <heavy sigh>

(What did Bush say?)

Politics aside, Bill Clinton is a hottie.

"As a candidate for any office, whether it be the state attorney general or the president, Bill Clinton showed incredible energy and great personal appeal," Bush said. "As chief executive, he showed a deep and far- ranging knowledge of public policy, a great compassion for people in need, and the forward-looking spirit that Americans like in a president."

"Bill Clinton could always see a better day ahead and Americans knew he was working hard to bring that day closer," Bush said. "Over eight years it was clear that Bill Clinton loved the job of the presidency. He filled this house with energy and joy. He's a man of enthusiasm and warmth, who could make a compelling case and effectively advance the causes that drew him to public service."

Thanks.

Could be cynical about it, won't.

More of Bush's comments from the link:


WASHINGTON (AP) - President Bush offered a glowing tribute to former President Clinton on Monday as the White House unveiled the official portraits of the 42nd president and his wife, Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Bush left Clinton laughing so hard that his face turned red with a jibe about Clinton's service in Texas to George McGovern's failed 1972 presidential campaign.

Mostly, though, Bush gave an almost nostalgic tribute to the Democratic former president.

"Bill Clinton could always see a better day ahead and Americans knew he was working hard to bring that day closer," Bush said. "Over eight years it was clear that Bill Clinton loved the job of the presidency. He filled this house with energy and joy. He's a man of enthusiasm and warmth, who could make a compelling case and effectively advance the causes that drew him to public service."

"She inspires respect and loyalty from those who know her, and it was a good day in both their lives when they met at the library at Yale Law School," Bush said of Mrs. Clinton and her husband.

Gracious, and accurate.

photo of the artist
Photo of the self-taught artist:

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2004/06/14/politics/main622831_popup0_2.shtml