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The discussion centers on observations of former President Bush's blinking during significant speeches, particularly during a recent attack commentary. Participants note that his blinking may be a sign of honesty, contrasting it with the behavior of pathological liars who typically do not blink. There's a critique of Bush's demeanor, suggesting he appears confused yet attempts to mask it. The conversation also touches on the use of thumb-pointing as a communication strategy adopted by Republicans after the Clinton presidency, highlighting public perception of different gestures. Overall, the dialogue reflects on non-verbal cues in political communication and the implications of these behaviors.
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I was watching Bush's comments on the attack yesterday evening, is it me or does he actually blink everytime he says a significant word (in between there is this iron stare)

.. conscious or unconscious blinking..
I thought it was really weird :)
 
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Unforced blinks are supposedly an indication of honesty. Pathological liars do not exhibit this quality (just watch the deceitful stare of TV commercials). Judging a person on eye blinks alone, however, encourages their dishonesty or your misinterpretation.
 
He always does that (he shows like if he is kind of sorry) while he is extremely happy from the inside !

Didn't you see how much he blinked on 11 September ?
 
Bush ist ein dumm kopf!
 
I always liked the thumb-pointing. They found out during the Clinton presidency that the public really hated it when Clinton emphasized something by pointing his finger. It then became official Republican policy to point with the thumb. I am so happy to be ruled by such geniuses .

Njorl
 
the man looks very confused to me, well confused and trying not to look that way.
 
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Originally posted by Njorl
I always liked the thumb-pointing. They found out during the Clinton presidency that the public really hated it when Clinton emphasized something by pointing his finger. It then became official Republican policy to point with the thumb. I am so happy to be ruled by such geniuses .

Njorl
Hm...One hand sometimes in pocket, other hand pointing...yea...Thats what Kennedy did too..I like it actually
 
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