• Bush always has viewed himself as an "activist," which flies in the face of some conservative notions, such as the federal government's role in education.

    Robert Draper: Bush always has viewed himself as an "activist," which flies in the face of some conservative notions, such as the federal government's role in education.
    "Books: 'Dead Certain: The Presidency of George W. Bush'". Live Q&As, www.washingtonpost.com. September 11, 2007.