1. How does Mr. Elder summarize the press' view of President Bush?  Is their view justified?  Explain your answer.

2. Why does Mr. Elder think that Sen. Kerry did not release his military records during the campaign?  Do you agree?  Explain your answer.

3.  What was Senator Kerry's cumulative score at Yale?  What was President Bush's cumulative score at Yale?

4.  In the Fox News poll mentioned by Mr. Elder, whom did likely voters believe had better grades in college?  In the past, would you have agreed with the majority of likely voters?  Why or why not?

5.  At the 2001 Yale commencement ceremony, what did president Bush have to say to C students?  What do you think of his attitude?

6.  Does the media purposely portray President Bush as unintelligent?  Defend your response.