i don't really think we can blame our presidents (Whetherit be Bush or Gore) on the whole for how the economy does -- most economic turnarounds happen a few years after their economic policies are put in place... although huge events such as 9/11, the tech bubble burst, and a war can definitely impact jobs/incomes. Also jobs/income levels are not the only indicators of a strong economy -- you have to look at home ownership rates, interest rates, internaltional trade, etc. but yes, I am better off... but i don't give any credit to Bush and his policies.