Following the death of former President George H.W. Bush Friday evening, President Trump took a break from his track record of feuding with the famous political family to issue a statement of praise for his predecessor. However, many observers compared the differing leadership styles of the two heads of state. As we look back at the former president’s record, in what ways did he lay the groundwork for today’s Republican party, and in what ways is the party of Trump a complete break from the past? Jim Braude was joined by Weymouth Mayor Bob Hedlund, and two former chairs of the Massachusetts Republican party: Jim Rappaport and Jennifer Nassour.
