George Bush is a lame duck

George Bush has pretty much no power or influence left. Americans are focused on the  presidential race, and most of them are hoping for a change from the current administration. Obama's campaign platform is based on this idea since the Bush administration made so many colossal mistakes. Members of Congress are also hesitant to listen to Bush's warnings that neglecting to implement a rescue plan will end up in an economic disaster. This is because George Bush has tried to instill the country with fear in order to justify the Iraq war and the Patriot Act. Furthermore, with the elections coming up soon, many Republicans are intent on making the vote that will satisfy their constituents and get them re-elected. They are much less concerned about supporting and following the president.  http://www.time.com/time/business/article/0,8599,1843847,00.html