Former Secretary of State Jim Baker, a longtime adviser and friend of former President George H.W. Bush, provides an intimate account of the 41st President's final day. #CNN #News
Indeed. Great interview. Respect to both GHWB and James Baker. Not an R but great respect for their courage, spirit, integrity and patriotism. If only we had that in WH now.
Mr. Secretary Baker did such an amazing job telling such a wonderful story. It must've been extremely tough being there on G.H.W. Bush's last day here on Earth. I really agree that he was a great man in his own way. I can relate to this by saying how I got to see my great grandfather on his last day (November 25th, 2021). He passed away just a couple hours after I had seen him, and it was very tough. But deep down, those memories really stay with you, and even though the physical body dies, the spirit lives, for sure. Rest easy, G.H.W. Bush.
Blessed Guy burning in hell is bushes choice, after the innocent murder of Americans after he staged 911 to suspend our constitution . If you folks had a brain, you would check out the fact that old man Bush, a Nazi, has already suspended all American rights. You have nothing, no rights at all, check for yourself.
I think James Baker is finding strength in the close bond and friendship that he and George H. W. Bush maintained over the years even outside of politics. He really held up very well when speaking of the final moments. That's an admirable thing to be able to do when youve worked with someone and known them for as many years as they knew each other.
Jack Daniels-Son James baker is a criminal, a proven and convicted liar, That used religion to line his pockets with money, He will surly burn in hell forever, but let's believe him and the Nazi Bush family, Are good people, against the truth, it's human nature to believe in lies, and your belief Is stronger that the truth. Fools!
🙏🏼Interview was beautifully done! I lived with my grandfather in my early 20’s, for 5 years (my grandmother was ill, living in nursing home) I spent hours watching CNN with R. REAGAN and GWB as POTUS, with my Poppa! He was a great honorable man, and who cared deeply for the United States of America♥️💙 ✌🏽💙🇺🇸May he R.I.P! 🙏🏼🇺🇸❤️
What a great moving gesture from James baker we heard at the funeral,James baker sat rubbing the late presidents feet to comfert him,the late president smiled just before he died,one of the most moving things I have heard a friend to do great respect,James baker,,from Scotland
Thanks Jim Baker and CNN. This was a cool interview. G.H.W Bush was an awesome President and my old CINC. I hope the example of His time as President being aired on TV gets through to certain people in America. He accomplished SO much without attacking our Allies, tearing every deal up, bragging on himself, and lying like a dog....daily. No need to act like some kinda badass if you ARE a badass. President Bush absolutely rocked Iraqs military in a few weeks with Powell, Schwarzkopf, and other Great Generals help. The mother of all retreats. Ever. He cared about our National Debt and Environment. Voters rights. He realized and acted upon the fact that Uncle Sam - our Federal Government - has gotta have income just like we do. His responsible actions pissed off radical republican conservatives and gave birth to newt gingrich and today’s altright. What a President and example of what American Presidents should be.
All differences aside, this is such a bittersweet story of a friend & fathers passing. May we all be so blessed in our own passings and the passings of our loved ones. 🙏😢😔 my Dad also has Parkinson’s. R.I.P. George Bush Sr.
God Bless George H.W Bush and thank you for ending the Cold War. President Bush brought dignity, class, respect, kindness, and honor to the White House. Was brilliant in foreign policy bringing peace to the United States.
THIS comment is how our country should initially reflect on the passing of our oldest living former President.. I am not a Republican by any means, and we should be able to unite as a country to be bipartisan and tomourn the passing of a previous Commander-in-Chief of our great country.
James Baker was a wonderful friend. Checking on GB 1st thing in the morning, before going for dinner, coming back for the 3rd time that day. This went on for some time. JB is 88 years old. Such a strain to care for a dying 94 year old. Only 1of GBs kids was at his death bed. JB loved GB like a brother and a friend.
Now I know why our Country in the state it's in. There is so much hate and judgements that are so hurtful. Can't People just say " Rest in Peace" and leave it at that. So hurtful and disturbing. God Bless all of You!
To think that meeting the president used to be an honor for both sides. That era may never come back with the toxic partisanship in today’s political climate.
There are exceptionally smart individuals then there are the Top Tier of those Exceptionals. James Baker is without doubt one of those Top Tier. The positions he has held thruout his career are at the Pinnacle. He was hired by the GWB campaign at the bequest of HWB to go to Florida and handle the Recount in 2000. At that time Warren Christopher was sent by the Gore campaign. There were those who were trying anyway they could by coming up with scenario after scenario to alter the outcome thru the use of media and Public Opinion. They would get on TV and try to convince Americans that this and that were the right things to be done to ultimately change votes. James Baker who very astutely made sure that the recount was done correctly and legally not allowing for any wild shenanigans that would have allowed re-voting or mismanagement of the vote already cast. James Baker went on TV and explained each attempt by the other side to manufacture “new votes” and was able to each time thwart the election to be overthrown. He did an exceptional job and made sure it was handled to the letter of the law.
In Germany many know very well, how deeply his love was in helping us to get united! And in addition to that He helped in not visiting our in these days very grateful country. God will find for him one of his best places for all what he have done for his family and his impressive public service.
What a beautiful passing....rest well with Mrs. Barbara & Robin, Pres. Bush. No matter the party affiliation, you can't deny a man's passion & consideration for others.
These nice gentlemen used to have kids over at the White House for mid night tours and sleep overs. They were like the Michael Jackson of Washington DC.
Jim Baker was friend with George Bush for 60 years and still seems in awe of him. I heard W say that his dad will be remembered as the greatest single term president in history, and I think that is true.
You people taking a shit on an ex president of our nation that just passed away are a disgrace to yourself and this county. You make me sick to my stomach. You all think you know so much and are so smart because of a TH-cam video you watched. You set behind your screen and spread hate and ill will toward a man and a family who have only tried to better the people of his nation and always gave back to anyone he came across in a 94 year life. . You have no idea of the immense pressure and responsibilities this man and his son for that matter had on their shoulders. I would say you should be ashamed of yourself but I realize at this very moment anyone who would disgrace a dead man obviously would have no shame. So I will be ashamed for you.
Apparently you haven't read the Bible. We are ALL born in the image of God, but with the sin nature due to Adam's disobedience to God's ONE rule He gave them. So no one is 100% evil. And Bush 41 was a Christian, which means he is forgiven just like you or I if we accept Christ as our Savior. Which I did many many years ago.
The interview was perfect UNTIL Jake had to mention that "oh the civility is gone". CNN couldn't go without trash-talking President Trump if it meant every one of their employees had to die, it is absolutely ridiculous how hard it is for them to just be a normal, unbiased news network
"Mr Baker, Houston Texas Oil Businessman, 1993 Enron Consultant" Did you and all your friends get your pockets lined? FAMILY and FRIENDS...yes...preach, but humility....PLEASE!
James Baker is a great statesman. He would have made one of the greatest presidents if he ran for office. Integrity, Intelligence, Courage. He surpassed all the presidents since Eisenhower in qualification and suitability for office. I always thought that Baker should have been the 41st president. He was too loyal to run against GHWB. No doubt he would have won in 1988 and 1992. He would have taken care of the economy as well as foreign affairs. This is an amazing leader who is well respected by Washington in his 16 years of service.
In Mahabharata, the holy hindu book, Yamraj (the god of death) tests Yudhisthir by asking him "What's the strangest thing in the world?" Yudhisthir answers correctly by saying "I find it most strange that people live like death will never come for them until it does."
He signed Nafta with Canada and Mexico. Helped end the cold war and bring down the Berlin wall. But above all, he liberetated Koweit, but was wise enough to bring the troops home and not push to Bagdad. History will prove him right on that topic. Why do you think he personnaly asked for the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney to give an eulogy at his funeral? A man that understood that there is a world outside of the US of A.
Man of calibre. USA always had remarkable people at its destiny because unlike in Parliamentary democracy, Head of State has the choice of selecting best men for the job but in Parliamentary demicracy the PM has no choice except from among the mediocre.
This is the first time I hear CNN have good honest and human interview (No fake news.)RIP MR. BUSH, MEET HIM WHILE SERVING IN THE USMC, SIMPER FI MR. PRESIDENT. 😭😭😭😭😭
These are the real values my dear Republicans. Friendship that last forever, Familly that supports you till your last day, Respect you have from the people in your country and abroad. So far away from marching in the streets with torches and nazi salutes, selling American values for few dollars, colluding with the enemy of the Nation. RIP Mr President Respect to Jim Baker Regards from Poland
Life passes to quickly. Truth sucks 😔 and it's sad. But you just always gotta believe you were born and was born too do something. Maybe we will see our lost loved ones. Maybe we won't. But if you just be happy and do what's in your best interest and love each moment like it's your last, you will be happy in the end you'll be missed and loved.
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James Baker is one of this country's finest men ever! Such leadership and grace always.!
This interview made me cry. What a beautiful friendship they had!
Truly. I didnt know the whole house was controlled by Democrats while GH W Bush was in office...wow
What a touching interview and what a wonderful friendship!
George W: "I love you dad"
H.W: "I love you too"
Jeb: "I love you too dad"
H.W: " "
Indeed. Great interview. Respect to both GHWB and James Baker. Not an R but great respect for their courage, spirit, integrity and patriotism.
If only we had that in WH now.
Thank you Jake. That's what the public needed to hear. And PS. James Baker is perhaps the greatest secretary of state we ever had in my lifetime.
Beautiful man. I always loved Jim Baker too. Good men, both of them. ❤️
This is friendship. What a good real friend is James Baker.
He’s still alive today and turned 94 last Sunday
What a beautiful friendship between the two of them.
Mr. Secretary Baker did such an amazing job telling such a wonderful story. It must've been extremely tough being there on G.H.W. Bush's last day here on Earth. I really agree that he was a great man in his own way. I can relate to this by saying how I got to see my great grandfather on his last day (November 25th, 2021). He passed away just a couple hours after I had seen him, and it was very tough. But deep down, those memories really stay with you, and even though the physical body dies, the spirit lives, for sure. Rest easy, G.H.W. Bush.
I will never forget those halcyon days of Bush and Baker and what they accomplished. Classy, wonderful men. So admirable. So missed.
*"Read my lips" i am going heaven.* - RIP George H. W. Bush.
Blessed Guy burning in hell is bushes choice, after the innocent murder of Americans after he staged 911 to suspend our constitution .
If you folks had a brain, you would check out the fact that old man Bush, a Nazi, has already suspended all American rights.
You have nothing, no rights at all, check for yourself.
Chad Comer I think you're thinking of the other George Bush
Chad Comer, that's the most ridiculous bunk I've ever heard! You should be ashamed.
@@chadcomer8567 huh that's the other George h w bush bruh
@@chadcomer8567
1) Thats not even the right george bush u idiot
2) Bush 41 fought in WW2, AGAINST the Nazis
A great tribute, we should all be so lucky to have a friend like President Bush. Rest in Peace
Hahahaha you know dumn well he aint resting in peace.
You have no idea what a crook and murderer he really was
Beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
May God comfort you Jim Baker on your great loss! You too have served with class and as a gentleman.
I think James Baker is finding strength in the close bond and friendship that he and George H. W. Bush maintained over the years even outside of politics. He really held up very well when speaking of the final moments. That's an admirable thing to be able to do when youve worked with someone and known them for as many years as they knew each other.
Jack Daniels-Son James baker is a criminal, a proven and convicted liar,
That used religion to line his pockets with money,
He will surly burn in hell forever, but let's believe him and the Nazi Bush family,
Are good people, against the truth, it's human nature to believe in lies, and your belief
Is stronger that the truth.
Fools!
Gracious people!
🙏🏼Interview was beautifully done!
I lived with my grandfather in my early 20’s, for 5 years (my grandmother was ill, living in nursing home) I spent hours watching CNN with R. REAGAN and GWB as POTUS, with my Poppa!
He was a great honorable man, and who cared deeply for the United States of America♥️💙
✌🏽💙🇺🇸May he R.I.P! 🙏🏼🇺🇸❤️
Beautiful interview
What a great moving gesture from James baker we heard at the funeral,James baker sat rubbing the late presidents feet to comfert him,the late president smiled just before he died,one of the most moving things I have heard a friend to do great respect,James baker,,from Scotland
My deepest condolences to the BUSH sir's family. RIP 🙏
Thank you for this timeless elegant interview
❤ The Voice sound familiar.🇹🇷 for Thanksgiving.
Awww-this brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful.
I'm an Independent and the least I can do is show respect to the family of the recently departed by not spouting hate.
service and honor....history will be very kind to this man ...RIP
You must be missing what is being said about Bush on the internet. There is more than CNN out there.
Bless you!
Great interview.
Trump will pass unmourned, unloved and friendless.
Thanks Jim Baker and CNN. This was a cool interview. G.H.W Bush was an awesome President and my old CINC. I hope the example of His time as President being aired on TV gets through to certain people in America. He accomplished SO much without attacking our Allies, tearing every deal up, bragging on himself, and lying like a dog....daily. No need to act like some kinda badass if you ARE a badass. President Bush absolutely rocked Iraqs military in a few weeks with Powell, Schwarzkopf, and other Great Generals help. The mother of all retreats. Ever. He cared about our National Debt and Environment. Voters rights. He realized and acted upon the fact that Uncle Sam - our Federal Government - has gotta have income just like we do. His responsible actions pissed off radical republican conservatives and gave birth to newt gingrich and today’s altright. What a President and example of what American Presidents should be.
DITTO!!!
All differences aside, this is such a bittersweet story of a friend & fathers passing. May we all be so blessed in our own passings and the passings of our loved ones. 🙏😢😔 my Dad also has Parkinson’s. R.I.P. George Bush Sr.
Jim Baker. Great Man
God Bless George H.W Bush and thank you for ending the Cold War. President Bush brought dignity, class, respect, kindness, and honor to the White House. Was brilliant in foreign policy bringing peace to the United States.
It is one of the best interview by Tapper Of James Baker,A national document,treasure,love humanity & civility.
Dignity and also sorrow, RIP
My condolences to the Bush family for their loss. George Senior and Barbara had such a beautiful love story and I hope they are together again. RIP!
THIS comment is how our country should initially reflect on the passing of our oldest living former President.. I am not a Republican by any means, and we should be able to unite as a country to be bipartisan and tomourn the passing of a previous Commander-in-Chief of our great country.
George Bush sr was a very decent and knowleadgeable president unlike the current shitbag.
Oh STFU you giant hypocrite.
Barbara Bush kept a miscarriage in a jar.
That is of course if sharp tongued mean spirited Barbara went up instead of down.
Love this.
Damn well done Jamea!!!
James Baker was a wonderful friend. Checking on GB 1st thing in the morning, before going for dinner, coming back for the 3rd time that day. This went on for some time. JB is 88 years old. Such a strain to care for a dying 94 year old. Only 1of GBs kids was at his death bed. JB loved GB like a brother and a friend.
I don't understand, who can tell me about that?
Now I know why our Country in the state it's in. There is so much hate and judgements that are so hurtful. Can't People just say " Rest in Peace" and leave it at that. So hurtful and disturbing. God Bless all of You!
AGREE !
To think that meeting the president used to be an honor for both sides. That era may never come back with the toxic partisanship in today’s political climate.
Nice to see Jim Baker :)
There are exceptionally smart individuals then there are the Top Tier of those Exceptionals. James Baker is without doubt one of those Top Tier. The positions he has held thruout his career are at the Pinnacle. He was hired by the GWB campaign at the bequest of HWB to go to Florida and handle the Recount in 2000. At that time Warren Christopher was sent by the Gore campaign. There were those who were trying anyway they could by coming up with scenario after scenario to alter the outcome thru the use of media and Public Opinion. They would get on TV and try to convince Americans that this and that were the right things to be done to ultimately change votes. James Baker who very astutely made sure that the recount was done correctly and legally not allowing for any wild shenanigans that would have allowed re-voting or mismanagement of the vote already cast. James Baker went on TV and explained each attempt by the other side to manufacture “new votes” and was able to each time thwart the election to be overthrown. He did an exceptional job and made sure it was handled to the letter of the law.
what a nice friendship!
In Germany many know very well, how deeply his love was in helping us to get united! And in addition to that He helped in not visiting our in these days very grateful country. God will find for him one of his best places for all what he have done for his family and his impressive public service.
What a beautiful passing....rest well with Mrs. Barbara & Robin, Pres. Bush. No matter the party affiliation, you can't deny a man's passion & consideration for others.
Few nights ago another star was seen in the galaxy. Rest in peace dear sir. Condolences to the members of the family.
It's called hallucination.
May he rot in hell along side John McCain
OH PLEASE!
Emotional to watch
Great friends they were. A missing place in your life when they are gone
A Close Family Calls Dad As He Passes Away! Sound pretty close to Real News?
Why we didnot know too much before
These nice gentlemen used to have kids over at the White House for mid night tours and sleep overs.
They were like the Michael Jackson of Washington DC.
PROOF??????????
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James baker for president
Maybe Mr. Baker can host another "World Peace Summit" at Jackson Hole, Wyoming similar to what occurred in September 1989.
We need another president like him!!!
Jim Baker was friend with George Bush for 60 years and still seems in awe of him. I heard W say that his dad will be remembered as the greatest single term president in history, and I think that is true.
This was really sad to hear
😢
He's gon so old he even sounds different
I think President bush was lucky to have Jim Baker as a best friend. Lovely interview.
You people taking a shit on an ex president of our nation that just passed away are a disgrace to yourself and this county. You make me sick to my stomach. You all think you know so much and are so smart because of a TH-cam video you watched. You set behind your screen and spread hate and ill will toward a man and a family who have only tried to better the people of his nation and always gave back to anyone he came across in a 94 year life. . You have no idea of the immense pressure and responsibilities this man and his son for that matter had on their shoulders. I would say you should be ashamed of yourself but I realize at this very moment anyone who would disgrace a dead man obviously would have no shame. So I will be ashamed for you.
amenmr. Baker. this is American history
Whole lotta people commenting here who obviously don't get out much....
94 years old...
Very few of us will live that long.
It was a devastation my dear beloved 92 year old client passed away from Covid a week after testing positive. God bless people who make it this far.
Is "jefe" meaning boss in Spanish?
May the cries of the victims of Panama and Iraq forever haunt his evil soul.
Apparently you haven't read the Bible. We are ALL born in the image of God, but with the sin nature due to Adam's disobedience to God's ONE rule He gave them. So no one is 100% evil. And Bush 41 was a Christian, which means he is forgiven just like you or I if we accept Christ as our Savior. Which I did many many years ago.
Friendship, in general, does not last long. Mr Bush and Mr Baker were friends for over sixty years. The only way to have a friend is to be a friend.
How did you know it was going to be his last day? How did you know that?
The interview was perfect UNTIL Jake had to mention that "oh the civility is gone". CNN couldn't go without trash-talking President Trump if it meant every one of their employees had to die, it is absolutely ridiculous how hard it is for them to just be a normal, unbiased news network
Did Johnny Gosch show up?
"Mr Baker, Houston Texas Oil Businessman, 1993 Enron Consultant" Did you and all your friends get your pockets lined? FAMILY and FRIENDS...yes...preach, but humility....PLEASE!
James Baker is a great statesman. He would have made one of the greatest presidents if he ran for office. Integrity, Intelligence, Courage. He surpassed all the presidents since Eisenhower in qualification and suitability for office.
I always thought that Baker should have been the 41st president. He was too loyal to run against GHWB. No doubt he would have won in 1988 and 1992. He would have taken care of the economy as well as foreign affairs. This is an amazing leader who is well respected by Washington in his 16 years of service.
James Baker or Jim Baker?
In Mahabharata, the holy hindu book, Yamraj (the god of death) tests Yudhisthir by asking him "What's the strangest thing in the world?"
Yudhisthir answers correctly by saying "I find it most strange that people live like death will never come for them until it does."
He's in hell, not heaven.
God! He looks like my late grandpa 😅
No won what,s to leave this earth but when its your time to go ! THATS LIFE...
May God have mercy on his soul.
This whole deal is shady! Why propagate his death?
Hi
He signed Nafta with Canada and Mexico. Helped end the cold war and bring down the Berlin wall. But above all, he liberetated Koweit, but was wise enough to bring the troops home and not push to Bagdad. History will prove him right on that topic. Why do you think he personnaly asked for the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney to give an eulogy at his funeral? A man that understood that there is a world outside of the US of A.
Man of calibre. USA always had remarkable people at its destiny because unlike in Parliamentary democracy, Head of State has the choice of selecting best men for the job but in Parliamentary demicracy the PM has no choice except from among the mediocre.
We're going to heaven bake....sad
I am ready to accept everything if it is right.and not against nature.
What a legacy for both men
Like my parents, he did the best that he could with the information he had. RIP HW
LOL He was part of the problem!
Thank you Jake Tapper for remembering a great leader of the world, George Bush.
Let ye who is without sin cast the first stone...All of you na sayers are so perfect right? all grace be with him
HIS LAST WORDS WERE TAKE ME TO BOYS TOWN OF NEBRASKA'S AGINE
This is the first time I hear CNN have good honest and human interview (No fake news.)RIP MR. BUSH, MEET HIM WHILE SERVING IN THE USMC, SIMPER FI MR. PRESIDENT. 😭😭😭😭😭
Did David Copafeel perform any magic tricks for a farewell?
The most beautiful account of his last day is James Baker rubbing Pres. Bush's feet.
I wish his son told him how World Trade Center 7 was disintegrated?!
Win one more for the gipper
I don't want freedom.believe me,I my staying here won't create any problem.
These are the real values my dear Republicans. Friendship that last forever, Familly that supports you till your last day, Respect you have from the people in your country and abroad. So far away from marching in the streets with torches and nazi salutes, selling American values for few dollars, colluding with the enemy of the Nation.
RIP Mr President
Respect to Jim Baker
Regards from Poland
Wow .. what a beautiful interview .. RIP President H.W.Bush
Life passes to quickly. Truth sucks 😔 and it's sad. But you just always gotta believe you were born and was born too do something. Maybe we will see our lost loved ones. Maybe we won't. But if you just be happy and do what's in your best interest and love each moment like it's your last, you will be happy in the end you'll be missed and loved.
Yeah the truth is that ghwb was responsible for the death of thousands..
R.i.p GWB he had the economy booming during his presidency
GWB is still alive and left office with a recession. Same as his dead daddy.
@@turdferguson6157 don't be rude. Know ones perfect!
@@carlton2361 I no knoe wons pirfict.
@@bobbyjoeblumpkin5318 Mass shooting filth.
Booming economy? At whose expense and who became rich and who got poorer. Do your homework.