Saying the nation had become far too dependent on American skier Bode Miller to fuel its need for disappointment, President Bush outlined an ambitious program designed to
wean the country off its dependence on a single athlete for its frustration.
On Monday, during the first stop on a two-day trip to talk about his initiatives, the president said the U.S. is on the verge of technological breakthroughs in underachieving that would "startle" most Americans.
"Sure, Michelle Kwan withdrawing was a disappointing, and so is NBC's coverage of the Olympics," said Mr. Bush, but he noted these disappointments were short-lived, giving way almost immediately to mourning over Miller's performances.
He cited Lindsey Jacobellis' effort as a promising start. The U.S. star cost herself the lead and a certain gold medal in the snowboard cross when she played to the crowd with an unnecessary flourish on the second-to-last jump, lost her balance, and finished second. But the president noted Jacobellis' performance didn't affect any long-term behavioral change in the country's thinking because she still finished with a medal.
"It's true that Jacobellis finished second, but I believe we can do worse than that," said Mr. Bush, knocking over a Dunkin' Donuts cup of coffee for emphasis.
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