Jeb Bush returning to the limelight

[Bo]

I wouldn't mind Jeb in 2012, although anybody in that generation of Bush's are doomed because of Dubya.

What makes you think Jeb would be better than Dubya?

[Bo]

I wouldn't mind Jeb in 2012, although anybody in that generation of Bush's are doomed because of Dubya.

What makes you think Jeb would be better than Dubya?

Everything.  He was a competent Governor for 8 years, and has always appeared more intelligent.

He also is really good with hispanics... and Florida loves him(that's a definite plus).

Being smarter does not make you a better President. Carter was smarter than Ford, but Ford was by far a better President. BTW, I read that Jeb favored big business and the rich while he was Governor. Also, Dick Cheney was very smart and was a competent Sec of Def for Bush Sr., but he turned out to be a horrible VP.

[Bo]

Jeb is finished

In 2012, perhaps. However, if I were you, I wouldn't just assume that. I personally don't believe that Jeb will become president, particularly in 2012. However, weirder things have happened in politics before. And sad as it may be, one useful lesson from history is this: never underestimate a Bush.

I agree with this. Even though Bush Sr. lost his reelection bid in 1992 (and was unpopular until his final month or two), his son managed to win the GOP nomination and the Presidency just 8 years later.