The softness of the media is a reflection of the mandate for change. The competition for ratings demands a popular approach. I haven't done anything yet as President. I assure you the fourth estate will cast a critical eye on all the new administration's actions.

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Relief that the people in charge, read books, magazines, the "Internets" and newspapers, AND CAN FORM INTELLIGENT THOUGHTS FROM SAME, and make decisions based upon the facts.

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And this is why I must keep this Blackberry. I look at many internet forums, to get a reflection of all parts of the country. It isn't that President Bush is not intelligent, his handlers had him in a bubble. I need to hear everyone's opinion, good and bad.

This is a time for unity. After the initial financial crisis is overcome, we will have vigorous debate on many topics. I plan to govern from the center, and be as inclusive to conservative voices as I can.

Let's stop the Bush bashing, OK? That's not the path to unity.