Like Reagan, he is not a detail man. But he recognizes good support staff and he delegates. And it remains to be seen. He does have a more folksy charm. But while he doesn't have a deep intellectual base, he does understand politics.
Loyalty is paramount to the Bushes.
George W. tries to find a combination of loyalty and competence in advisors and staff. But loyalty comes first. Recently, Oklahoma Gov. FRank Keating was passed over for a cabinet post and it is believed it was because Keating criticized the Bush operation during the campaign. The answer is no. George Bush never seriosuly considered the possibility of the presidency untila coupleof years ago when the poll showed it was a possibility.