George W. Bush and Southern Gospel Fans

A firestorm erupted over on www.averyfineline.com this week when Avery made what I thought was a funny line about groups beaming like George Bush when he had successfully completed a sentence. Jay Leno does it, David Letterman does it, but Avery shalt not. What gives?

What gives is the undying support among southern gospel fans for George Bush. It mystifies most of us because the country is almost in agreement that his presidency is simply the worst of the last 70+ years. It certainly wouldn't be because of his Christian leanings because another man who had strong Christian convictions (and rivals Bush for a very bad presidency) is typically made fun of without any comment from anyone.

I'm just curious what the fascination is. It certainly isn't in the accomplishments. If you know, let me know.