This piece offers a clear, comprehensive overview of the complications the next president will face assuming the Bush administration's power. The selection of sources and quotes is well-rounded, bringing in points of view from the left, right and center, and some decidedly neutral observers. Not everything here is perspective, though. It's laced with some good factual evidence about how the candidates have prepared for the transition of power, among other issues.

This White House Watch column focuses on the transition of power from the Bush administration to the next administration, as seen from the perspective of a variety of observers at the Financial Times, New York Times and Washington Times, to name but a few. Through this Roshomon effect, the author effectively captures the collective wisdom of some of the nation's best journalists on this topic. Informative overview, both factual and insightful, with useful context to help us form our own perspective on this issue.

Very comprehensive and well-sourced, presenting both what the Administration is doing well to ease a transition, as well as pointing out the more endemic issues of lack of transparency and politicization that will inevitably cause some friction and confusion.