The Influences of George "Dubya" Bush

Howard Fineman in a typically fatuous column looks at the various political influences upon Dear Leader when it comes to the appointment of a new Supreme Court Justice:

...there is a tug-of-war going on – and it’s not the one you’re already seeing on TV between the lobbying groups and senators maneuvering for position in front of the cameras. It’s among the various influences that have shaped Bush, in his personal life and in his political career.

Hmmm, who has influenced George W. Bush in his personal life and political career?