I do not agree that "flip-flopping" is a necessarily bad trait in a president. In fact, I think that oftentimes positions need to be re-evaluated based on new facts that come to light. The idea that you are a good politician if you remain completely consistent on issues sets up a false dichotomy. But when a president bases his entire message on his rigidity and inability to bend, the hypocrisy of flip-flopping needs to be addressed.
The Center for American Progress has done just that. They have compiled a list of 30 major issues on which Bush has flip-flopped. Issue #29 concerns me greatly and I certainly hope that his "flop" side is the one that he'd stick with if re-appointed president.
Posted by Elizabeth at September 2, 2004 03:02 PM