Dear Barack Obama,

You won the election last year.  You’re in charge now.  Please start acting like it.

We’re tired of hearing about George Bush.  That guy is ancient history.  We didn’t like him, so we elected you.

It’s time to stop blaming your predecessor and start leading.  We know, Bush was a disaster.  But you’re in charge now.  So stop whining and start doing.

Campaigning and governing are two different things.  You don’t seem to know the difference.  So, I humbly offer some advice to get you started:

1. Stop giving speeches blaming George Bush for everything.  Like this one.
2. Stop issuing press releases blaming George Bush.  Like this one. (about halfway down the page)
3. Stop picking fights with individuals or news organizations.  It’s beneath the office.  Your predecessor understood that, and according to you, he was an idiot.
4. Golf less.
5. Make a decision on Afghanistan.  Your general asked you for more troops.  You dithered.  Leaders make decisions, they don’t dither.
6. While you’re at it, stop blaming George Bush for Afghanistan.  Again, you’re in charge now.
7. Maybe lay off the fundraisers.  Just for a while.

This is just a start.  Your snitches at flag@whitehouse.gov know where to find me if you want more advice.

Signed Sincerely, Me.