Bush and the Marine Corps Band

[@lwarteman]

He's got rhythm AND he has a sense of humor....we miss you Dubya! Lots of love, Texas

[@rndcrook]

This made me laugh and cry! It was awesome. I really miss his patriotism and loyalty to America AND our military!!

[@RallyJudge]

One of my favorite marches (yes, I played the Piccolo) and a very patriotic rendition by a President who enjoyed what he was doing and a band that knew what they were doing. Loved it.

[@mom2toomanydobes]

This is a show of patriotism, pure and simple. Many of us miss you more and more each day.

[@alkingham]

This brings tears to my eyes, not because what President Bush did, but because this gesture of respect wouldn't even cross the threshold of thinking of the current POTUS. God Bless America!

[@Servedhonorably]

Absolutely magnificent! A wonderful band, a wonderful march, a wonderful leader. Perfect salute from The Drum Major. Very stirring indeed. The present leadership should take a lesson.

[@ahmedmalik9368]

Oohrah sir you were a great president in my opinion.

[@werksdesign]

120% agreement with you, sir.

[@kenwesterhausen1973]

Gunny Malik Semper Fi Gunny and Thank you for your service.

[@ElementalJerk]

Bahahaha

[@GutpileCharlie]

That was a pleasure. As a former band director, conductor, musician, teacher, etc., I found this very refreshing. Most people have no idea how to "play" at conducting, and usually would just make a complete fool lout of themselves. Old George didn't do too bad.!

[@Pacu89]

He doesn't exactly know how to conduct and he ends up going off beat, but the point is he's having fun and supporting his troops

[@Mooseboy08]

+Pacu89 He didn't even know how to conduct as President… thank the Dear Lord he's not responsible for anything any more!

[@13nnyLymA]

Miss him tremendously. Knew I would the moment he stepped onto Marine One.

[@nosvaructu]

Thank you for posting this video, as a vet who answered the countries called to arms during the Iraq war I appreciated a President who loves the country, not just some of it but all of it. A great president who respected the armed forces and showed it. Won't be long before we get another great president with a healthy respect for the military. God bless you President Bush.. haha, this is from a Buddhist too :)

[@shebubba123]

Thanks to a great president, you made my day. A sense of pride in our country and a smile that won't go away.

[@601kaka]

Thanks for posting this!! I loved it!! Oh how I miss him!!

[@lindalucys2004]

I just received this email link today. As my friend said... look at the joy and pride on his face thru-out his duty as Commander and DIRECTOR in CHIEF of the Marine Corps Band on this special occasion and anniversary of the Marine Corps :-))) God bless you Pres Geo W Bush.... I know I may not have agreed with everything you did, but I miss you!

[@S0UT5]

I enjoy watching him conducting his Marine Corps band. Has the hardest job in the world, a bunch of people that he'll never please no matter what he does (see posts below), and has cameras in his face all day. Was nice to see the man enjoy himself on stage.

[@CrossFire141]

i don't care what people say hes one of the best we had, and we need another like him, althought he still had his moments

[@baysidebetty]

Thank you for loving our military and our country, sir! Hoorah!!

[@4H3H7H]

Don't think the "media" ever covered this! What a Patriot! Love and Miss this man!

[@mklimon1946]

The true measure of a leader is whats in his heart. No matter the burden, mistakes or verbal stumbles, no one could ever doubt how this man felt about his country. I would stand proud beside this true American under any circumstances.

[@Heathenson]

This was wonderful. To see President Bush haveing such a good time made me smile. Also made me miss him.

[@boatstaylor]

What an awesome video! Thank you for posting this. Marine Corps Band is awesome! President Bush is the best!

[@gbuster129]

Loved it I wish we still had this kind of leader with his kind of patriotism in the White House.

[@KentBook]

Awesome-truly fun and touching! I miss and love this guy! He knew/knows was patriotism means in thiss country!

[@usmccp]

This is hilarious, and goes to show this man actually has class, unlike our current CIC.

[@kaw2279]

I miss his honesty, and leadership!

[@datni99any1]

I agree with you Jackson W. people just need to chill out and enjoy the video for what it really was President Bush having some fun and the Marine Corps Band being good sports.

[@MsProudRepublican]

He is a true American. Loves his country, gave his heart and soul to the office of the Presidency. Was above the media who loved to beat him up, a true gentleman with a heart of gold. I miss him! Our country has suffered from the media's bias, you can't know him thru their words. I hope we are lucky enough to have another man who cares as much and shows as much respect for the office. God Bless you, President Bush! Wish you could come back!!

[@RJY4356]

This is great...better than the C-SPAN video..whoever got this must have had a great seat up close!! The sound is fantastic.

[@robertwilliams5151]

Thank you, George for your service and for leading the president's own.

[@armyret37]

What a great video - God bless the US Marines and all our servicemen and servicewomen serving around the globe!! I may not have agreed with everything GWB did as President but I never had any doubts he made the choices he felt were the best for our country and he never hid the fact that he supported our troops and was a great Commander-In-Chief unlike our present one.

[@darthredbeard2421]

I may not agree with everything this guy did, such as go into Iraq, but he at least does his best to help returning veterans. To those that serve the USA in the armed forces, I salute every single one of you, even if my salute is from the American Civil War.

[@YouvebeenRicRolled]

He was better than what we have now. Much, much better. OOORAH Dubya.

[@USAIRFORCE621]

An absolutely incredible job by one of the greatest President's in our country's history!

[@LynnSheer]

President George W had a Love for our Military - May God bless him.

[@7572126]

Anything George Bush does with the military, you can see the joy in his face! Thank you, Mr. President.

[@wegilleland]

Just another reason why I miss and admire President George W. Bush so much!

[@rimallek]

Love You, GW. What fun. We miss YOU.

[@TheBaglady2]

That was great! Remember when we had a real LEADER in the White House? I miss Bush!

[@uniloaderman]

It makes me very sad how this Country treated this truly great public servant. I know that in his heart he is very aware of the sacrifices made by our Military. And that he respects and loves them beyond what any words can describe.

[@DeeTrumpet]

Oh, Lawrence Welk's band had a conductor, only it wasn't Welk - it was George Cates, the end of whose baton you could occasionally see protruding from the side curtain.

[@aajung44]

I feel comfort seeing him in command of our forces.

[@SicInPrincipio]

Some people always make such a big deal of everyting, sometimes, just take it smooth and enjoy the fun things in life!

[@Suzanne1972able]

Wow, I've just watched this 3 times - precious! Great job, President Bush!

[@Bolsterde]

And I cry again...YES, I MISS YOU PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH who was our last American President! He led America with strong advise from experts around him, and he didn't waver or need a Tele Prompter to formular any interview.

[@BUSDRIVER5532]

THANK YOU MR. PRESIDENT FOR A GREAT PERFORMANCE. IT IS ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO SHOW THAT EVEN PRESIDENTS ARE REAL PEOPLE TOO. I HAD THE HONOR OF SEEING MR. BUSH IN PERSON JUST BEFORE 911 AND HE IS THE REAL DEAL.

[@Senseial]

When Joe Biden was asked to say something nice about Pres Bush he mentioned his love of the men and women of the Armed Forces. He said his love was genuine and he is loved back and my son an active duty Marine agrees. You see Pres and Mrs. Bush at DFW airport regularly welcoming troops coming through.

[@moshe219]

This is so neat. I loved President Bush, a good man, a proud American and a damned good conductor.

[@msmoll1]

What a joy to see this genuine man do want he wish to do before leaving office. He led our country in the same manner--sure of his principle; protecting the country was his priority and accepted responsibility. GW kept the country going without missing a beat, I know the Lord is pleased with him and that was GW's poll that mattered. I miss him and still pray for his safety. His enemies continue to roar and want his destroyed! God is with him!!!!

[@TrochilusTales]

Great! And a wonderful musical choice as well! The Stars and Stripes Forever! However you may view his policies, his unabashed love of this country shown through.

[@AZFederalist]

I miss this man. Someone who actually loves his country serving as President, what a concept.

[@PatriotSister1]

A President that truly loves and honors our Military Men and Women!

[@swiftles]

Love This Guy What An Honor To Have Him As President God Bless You President Bush

[@barry1817]

Loved this. as a contrast, if anyone watched the July 4th televised firework and celebratory shows, a dirth of patriotic music. If I want 1812 Overture, I go to T. concert. It isn't a July 4th piece. And if I want a concert, I go to a concert, but on July 4, I want red, white and blue, all over and in music and fireworks. I can't picture our current Clown in Chief doing this, enjoying it, or making others feel good about the event

[@7572126]

Anything George Bush does with the military, you can see the joy in his face!

[@maxmom91]

Sure do miss Pres. and Mrs. Bush and the dignity and patriotism that USED to be associated with this high office. He looks very handsome in his tux, I might add.

[@djhaldeman]

His conducting was not backwards - marches are typically conducted with the first beat of the measure up, so that all in the band can see it. He was right on! In more ways than one.

[@1949man]

" I've always wanted to do." God bless you Mr. President. Semper Fi.

[@tangledfan]

terrific vid ....... I MISS HIM so much.

[@Texas3Step]

Brought tears to my eyes. God bless America, and God bless George W Bush.

[@SprecheDeutsch]

lol I was expecting him to be goofing around with them, but he was surprisingly good. Bush is the best!

[@darkiansmith]

In spite of all the problems domestic and foreign it's great to see somebody in office that acts like an American.

[@hjfusmc]

Thank you President Bush for your leadership of and love for our nation. I look with pride on your signature on my Marine Corps retirement certificate.

[@GVbroker2]

George Bush is an amazing patriot. We were fortunate to have him as President on 9/11 instead of candidate Gore! I didn't agree with all of his policies, but I respected his sincerity and never doubted that he was doing the best he could for America and that we could count on him as our leader.

[@LClark51]

Aww...wow, do I miss President Bush. He had such a good humor and integrity...and much more personable than who is in office right now (no comment).

[@dsalaska1]

At least this President knows what patriotism is, because he is a true American. Thank you and we miss you.

[@TerryNoxel]

Both parties did plenty...for decades...not just in the past 10 years, but going back 30 years.

[@scottchad37]

God, how I miss that man! He's the only President we've had since Reagan!

[@rifiki05]

I like this President; always have. I sure miss him!

[@tiparker119]

This is what you call a REAL President of the United States of America....who LOVES his country rather than going around the world apologizing for United States....WE LOVE you George Bush and THANK YOU for protecting us against our enemies...

[@steelfan77]

@LexiBandGeek The commandant's own and the President's own are two different bands....the President's own don't go to bootcamp unless they are already in the Marine Corps....the Commandants own are combat trained Marines....

[@karenmia7]

President Bush is still a GREAT AMERICAN and a TRUE PATRIOT! You never saw him "Bowing down" or siding with the terrorists....unlike what we have in there now. 2012 can't come fast enough!!! GOD BLESS AMERICA!

[@RJY4356]

Stars & Stripes Forever!! A John Philip Sousa march from 1897 that is the official march of the United States of America.

[@destinationfreedom2939]

I wish he was that excited about directing the folks in the Executive Branch to secure Liberty and Freedom by way of upholding the Constitution.

[@hplar1]

"Do you miss me yet?" -------- Hell yes I do!!!!

[@BlueButterfly7777]

Now that's a great American! I knew I'd miss him and I do.

[@tbbaot]

You can see the genuine joy and patriotism in his face, he doesn't have to pretend to love our country like Obama does. This is what real it looks like...

[@adabee]

As a democrat and a musician, I loved it!

[@wowken]

It's good to take us back to when our Office of the Presidency had class.

[@rebekahhann]

HOW we MISS him!!!!

[@TheJvonc]

You da Man George W. Folks, this is what a real and great Patriotic President and Commander in Chief looks and acts like!!! Take note!

[@hdubetz]

We used to have a real President--a legal president. A man who made mistakes but was a real American and a patriot and who did his best for his country. Also he was a compassionate and genuine citizen.

[@don2360]

Mr Bush i would give my left nut to have a PATRIOT like you back in White House..you are my Hero..having served in the Corp those and all Marines make me so damn proud ..Thanks again Mr Bush for your service to my country!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Sioux97537]

I miss Bushie!!!!!! He was the BEST.

[@kniddink]

A fine man who loves his country. A real leader.

[@keatonsolomon777]

Love this video.

[@nightmoth1]

A real MAN. I love you, President Bush! God Bless you and Laura.

[@robertbairdohman]

I cannot imagine Mr Obummer doing anything like this. Only two more years!

[@jshe28]

Now that is a President I can respect.

[@gigem85]

That was great. Nice to see President Bush having a good time with the Marines - but never forgetting that he is Commander in Chief - he salutes at the end. obammy would have either just went on with what he was doing or tried to shake hands with the drum major.

[@topcat22761]

Come Back President Bush. America needs you more than ever!

[@yo1dude1man]

"When fear unites with knowledge, terrible things are done." - Lost Aztec Codex, Pyramid of Fire

[@66gardener]

May God bless you President Bush, the last President who had great respect and reverence for our military.

[@JoeCollins77]

Makes me yearn for a president who respects this nation, Maybe one day, perhaps in November 2012 we can elect a patriot again.

[@LexiBandGeek]

@steelfan77 accually I'm pretty sure this is the President's Own The Commandant's Own is the marine bugle and drum corps

[@kimberlyshepherd3244]

Yor are the best sir!! Great president!

[@DaemonicPact666]

love this president; a true American. Wish he was back

[@GrottoBob]

George had fun doing that. Miss ya George.

[@zwicksan]

Yes, their Commander in Chief and the Marine Corps Band is "The Presidents Own."

[@Saviorse1f]

you go president Bush!!!! love you and the one. the only. MARINE CORE BAND!

[@williamc.1198]

Former President Bush sure looked like he was having a great time! :-)