Bush Trying to Re-invent himself

From MSNBC:

CRAWFORD, Texas - President Bush is taking time to explain himself, open up to the public in new ways and court Congress as he tries to breathe life into a presidency beset by sagging ratings and influence.

With a job approval rating under 40 percent, Bush, who went to his Crawford ranch for a quiet weekend, has a long way to go. Aides acknowledge it will take a while to rebuild his image, and much will depend on the outcome of the Iraq war.

White House staffers, who have long limited the president’s appearances to speeches and photo opportunities with little contact with regular people, are now inclined to let Bush be Bush.

He's really in trouble if his handlers are letting him be himself.