The more stories you hear about this guy, the clearer it is that he was a man of remarkable character for a modern politician. He wasn't perfect (you can't be and succeed in politics), and I disagreed with some of his decisions, but his modesty and sense of honor are rare in presidents.
Link: https://www.cnn.com/2018/12/03/opinions/george-h-w-bush-support-law-enforcement-wackrow/index.html