it can't come soon enough!

Bush seeks seamless transition to Obama

WASHINGTON – President Bush said Thursday he'll talk key issues with President-elect Barack Obama next week as his administration works for a seamless transition of authority to his Democratic successor.

"This peaceful transfer of power is one of the hallmarks of a true democracy," Bush told hundreds of Executive Mansion and White House employees who gathered on the South Lawn of the White House on a gray morning less than 48 hours after Obama claimed the presidency.

Said Bush: "Ensuring this transition is as smooth as possible is a priority for the rest of my presidency."

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But seriously, it sounds like bush is being reasonably gracious here.
But i wonder what it must feel like to be leaving as one of the - if not the - most hated presidents of all time and know that the new president will, most likely, be one of the most beloved?