Here are some additional clips from Matt Lauer’s interview with Bush that didn’t make it into tonight’s broadcast.

Here is Matt Lauer’s entire interview tonight with former President George W. Bush. I enjoyed every minute of it. Predictably, Matt Lauer had an accusatory tone throughout and made sure to needle him over Iraq and Katrina. He definitely questioned from the Left. But Bush was great. He was relaxed and seemed very much at peace. I’m just happy to see him out defending himself and telling his side of the story.

What struck me the most about this interview was Bush’s honesty. He spoke very frankly about everything. Another thing that stood out to me was when he was asked about Kanye West. I posted that exchange a few days ago, but when you actually see the exchange it comes across differently. I don’t think I’ve ever seen President Bush look as angry about anything as he did when that subject came up. He looked furious just thinking about it.

Anyway, I’ll quit bloviating now and just let you see the interview for yourself.

[Click here to buy Bush’s book “Decision Points”]

I can’t wait to see the full interview. Tune in next Wednesday!

(hat tip Story Balloon)

[Click here to buy Bush’s book “Decision Points”]

Former President George W. Bush says Kanye West’s statement that, “George Bush doesn’t care about black people” was among the most disgusting moments of his presidency.

PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH:
Yes, I do. He called me a racist.

MATT LAUER:
Well, what he said, “George Bush doesn’t care about black people.”

PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH:
That’s — “he’s a racist.” And I didn’t appreciate it then. I don’t appreciate it now. It’s one thing to say, “I don’t appreciate the way he’s handled his business.” It’s another thing to say, “This man’s a racist.” I resent it, it’s not true, and it was one of the most disgusting moments in my Presidency.

I’ve never forgotten that moment. I vowed that I would never spend another nickel on Kanye West’s music. And I haven’t. I have enjoyed illegally downloading it though.

What Kanye said in my view was unforgivable. I don’t think Bush did enough during Katrina. I think mistakes were made up and down the line. But to outright call the president a racist on national television like that was outrageous. What’s worse, he did it in the middle of a fundraiser to help the flood victims.

Kanye West has a long and sordid history of ignorance and bad judgment. What he did to Taylor Swift was further confirmation that buying his music or anything else he sells is simply out of the question.

[hat tip NewsBusters]

This is hilarious! Matt Lauer had Michelle Malkin on to discuss her new book “Culture Of Corruption,” and she rips into the Obama administration with glee. At the end of the segment Matt looks like he’s about to cry.

Kudos to Michelle for kicking some serious ass on morning television.

(hat tip Hot Air)

This morning’s interview with Gov. Sarah Palin on the “Today” show.

Hilarious.