Seriously though, the global recession is primarily caused by the subprime crisis in the USA which occured under Mr Bush’s watch. Most Americans no matter how patriotic will admit that the situation in Iraq could have been handled much better. Mr Bush himself acknowledges his regret that the foundation of his argument to invade Iraq, the alleged weapons of mass destruction, had no basis in reality.

I have no idea how future events may play out to vindicate Mr Bush but the evidence at hand against his term having a positive effect on the world is quite conclusive.

And certainly kudos to Mr Bush for his contribution toward Africa – you’re right there. For all the tears for Africa shed by the Clinton administration, Mr appears to have done far more. Hopefully Mr Obama will continue the momentum.