Mr. Bush did not even appear with the governor here last week.

Mr. Bush, however, appears to be moving in exactly that direction.

Mr. Bush appeared to be trying not to push his guest too far at a first meeting.

As a result, Bush appeared in future episodes in a more negative light.

Mr. Bush appeared to reflect such concern in his comments today.

"Bush appears to be one of the few people in the world who does not see the world as interconnected."

Mr. Bush appeared with him only twice during the campaign and seldom mentioned his name.

Yet until now this is what Mr. Bush appears to be doing.

Mr. Bush appeared at ease with politics even as he avoided policy decisions.

Mr. Bush, who has been speaking all along, appears next, against a white background, and talks directly to the camera.