President Bush said the public's decision to reelect him was a ratification of his approach toward Iraq and that there was no reason to hold any administration officials accountable for mistakes or misjudgments in prewar planning or managing the violent aftermath. However, Bush fails to mention future opportunities for citizens, Congress, and the press to hold him accountable: the confirmation process for political appointments.

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