Bush Quote by Charles Krauthammer
“Obama and the Democrats were so critical of what Bush did, the interrogations, the secret prisons, Guantanamo and all of that, and even the war on terror. Obama won't use the word. He's made war on the war on terror.”
About This Quote
The quote critiques the Democratic Party's shift from overt criticism of Bush-era security policies to a more subdued stance under Obama, suggesting a rebranding of the anti‑terrorism agenda.
In simple terms: Political double‑talk on terrorism
Key Takeaway
Labels can mask policy continuity
Themes
politics
terrorism
media framing
policy continuity
election rhetoric
Mood
skeptical
critical
cautious
Type
political commentary
policy critique
When to use this quote
- campaign speeches
- news analysis
- policy debates
- public protests
- academic seminars
Key Concepts
war on terror
secret prisons
public discourse
political strategy
Practical Applications
- media critique
- political education
Questions to Reflect On
- Does rebranding alter public perception?
- Can policy be judged independently of its label?
A Different Perspective
Some argue Obama’s rhetoric represented a genuine shift toward more transparent and lawful counterterrorism measures.
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