White
House News:
| 08/27/2008 |
| National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, 2008 |
| During National Days of Prayer and Remembrance, we pay special tribute to the thousands of innocent victims who died on September 11, 2001. Our Nation honors the brave citizens, service members, police officers, and firefighters who heroically responded in the face of terror. On these important days, we reflect on the terrible events of September 11, 2001, and lift the victims and their families in our prayers. |
| 08/27/2008 |
| Memorandum for the Secretary of State |
| By the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, including sections 2 and 4(a)(1) of the Migration and Refugee Assistance Act of 1962 (the "Act"), as amended, (22 U.S.C. 2601 and 2603) and section 301 of title 3, United States Code: |
| 08/27/2008 |
| President Bush to Welcome President Martin Torrijos of the Republic of Panama |
| President Bush will welcome President Martin Torrijos of the Republic of Panama to the White House on September 17, 2008. Panama is an important friend and ally of the United States. The President looks forward to discussing a range of issues with President Torrijos, including our common commitment to the United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement, expanding free trade and strengthening democracy throughout the region, enhancing security cooperation, and strengthening cooperation in international fora. This visit, following President Torrijos' visit last May, underscores the on-going deep friendship and cooperation between the United States and Panama. |
| 08/26/2008 |
| National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, 2008 |
| Substance abuse is an unrelenting evil that destroys lives, ruins families, and endangers neighborhoods. During National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, we emphasize our commitment to alcohol and drug addiction prevention. This month is also an opportunity to recognize those who have had the courage to combat and overcome addiction. |
| 08/25/2008 |
| President Bush Condemns Actions Taken by Russian President in Regards to Georgia |
| The United States condemns the decision by the Russian President to recognize as independent states the Georgian regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. This decision is inconsistent with numerous United Nations Security Council Resolutions that Russia has voted for in the past, and is also inconsistent with the French-brokered six-point ceasefire agreement which President Medvedev signed on August 12, 2008. The six-point agreement offered a peaceful way forward to resolve the conflict. We expect Russia to live up to its international commitments, reconsider this irresponsible decision, and follow the approach set out in the six-point agreement. |
| 08/25/2008 |
| National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, 2008 |
| During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we remember those whose lives have been affected by this deadly disease, and we underscore our commitment to battling ovarian cancer for the sake of women around the world. |
| 08/25/2008 |
| National Preparedness Month, 2008 |
| During National Preparedness Month, we underscore the important responsibility Americans have to be ready for emergencies in our homes, businesses, and communities. |
| 08/24/2008 |
| President Bush Concerned by Situation in Georgia |
| I am deeply concerned by today's appeal to President Medvedev by Russia's Federation Council and Duma, the upper and lower houses of Russia's parliament, to recognize the Georgian regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia as independent countries. I call on Russia's leadership to meet its commitments and not recognize these separatist regions. |
| 08/24/2008 |
| Women's Equality Day, 2008 |
| With vision and determination, American women have helped build our great Nation. On Women's Equality Day, we remember the dedication of women who overcame many obstacles in order to secure the right to vote. |
| 08/24/2008 |
| Minority Enterprise Development Week, 2008 |
| The opportunities of America make our land a beacon of hope for people from every corner of the world. America's minority-owned businesses contribute greatly to our economy and the richness of our country. During Minority Enterprise Development Week, we recognize minority entrepreneurs and recommit ourselves to fostering an environment where everyone can attain the American dream. |
| 08/24/2008 |
| National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, 2008 |
| National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to underscore our commitment to fighting prostate cancer and to raise awareness about this highly treatable disease. |
| 08/24/2008 |
| Memorandum from the President |
| The Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality has advised me there are objects of historic and scientific interest in areas under the jurisdiction of the United States that may be appropriate for recognition, protection, or improved conservation and management under available authorities including by executive order or action under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.), Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1331 et seq.), National Marine Sanctuaries Act (16 U.S.C. 1431, et seq.), or the Antiquities Act (16 U.S.C. 431). |
| 08/23/2008 |
| Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for Florida |
| The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Florida and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by Tropical Storm Fay beginning on August 18, 2008, and continuing. |
| 08/22/2008 |
| President's Radio Address |
| In his weekly radio address President Bush said, "This Congress has been one of the most unproductive on record. They've failed to address the challenge of high gas prices. Members still have time to take action on this vital priority for the American people. They need to send me a bill next month that I can sign -- so we can bring relief to drivers, small business owners, farmers and ranchers, and every American affected by high prices at the pump." |
| 08/20/2008 |
| Personnel Announcement |
| President George W. Bush today announced his intention to nominate one individual, designate one individual and appoint eleven individuals to serve in his Administration: Michael Young, David Kelly, Herbert V. Kohler, Carl H. Lindner III, Marilyn Carlson Nelson, Robert Frank Pence, David Rubenstein, Shirley W. Ryan, Marc I. Stern, John L. Berrey, Bill Haslam, Mark A. Sadd, and John Williams |
| 08/20/2008 |
| Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for Florida |
| The President today declared an emergency exists in the State of Florida and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Tropical Storm Fay beginning on August 18, 2008, and continuing. |
| 08/19/2008 |
| President Bush Attends Veterans of Foreign Wars National Convention, Discusses Global War on Terror |
| President Bush on Wednesday said, "Over the past seven years, we've seen liberty on the march, seen citizens in Afghanistan and Iraq establish representative governments after decades of tyranny. We've seen the people of Lebanon take to the streets and demand their independence. We've seen citizens of the former Soviet republic -- republics stand up for their right for free and fair elections." |
| 08/19/2008 |
| President Bush Discusses Gulf Coast Recovery |
| President Bush on Wednesday said, "I think the message here today is: Hope is being restored. Hope is coming back. I'm going to spend some time here in New Orleans, and then I'm heading over to Gulfport, Mississippi -- same message. And I'm, frankly, not surprised. I'm not surprised that hope is marching in, because I understand the nature of the people who live here in this community, and these communities. I have seen people when their spirits were at a low ebb, but never did they give up. And now I've seen incredible progress is being made." |
| 08/19/2008 |
| President Bush Visits Mississippi, Meets with Community Leaders |
| President Bush on Wednesday said, "Are there still people wondering about their future? Absolutely. Do they still have other issues to deal with, like cleaning out some of the bureaucracy so that the housing issue can get solved quicker? Absolutely. But things are better here on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi." |
| 08/19/2008 |
| Fact Sheet: Rebuilding the Gulf Coast |
| Today, President Bush visited New Orleans, Louisiana, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast to discuss the major improvements taking place in the Gulf Coast region over the past three years. August 29, 2008 marks the three-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's landfall along the Gulf Coast of the United States. President and Mrs. Bush continue to provide substantial support to the local citizens and leaders who are rebuilding their homes, lives, and communities in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Significant progress has been made in the region, and the Federal government has pledged to remain a steadfast, supportive partner for the local leaders who must continue to drive this rebuilding effort. |
| 08/19/2008 |
| Fact Sheet: Protecting America From Terrorism |
| Addressing The Veterans Of Foreign Wars, President Bush Highlights Policies To Fight The War On Terror, Defend America, Expand Freedom, And Care For Our Military And Veterans |
| 08/18/2008 |
| President and Mrs. Bush Saddened by Death of Zambian President Levy Mwanawasa |
| Laura and I are saddened to hear of the passing of Zambian President Levy Mwanawasa. President Mwanawasa was a champion of democracy in his own country and throughout Africa. As President of Zambia, President Mwanawasa launched a sweeping anti-corruption campaign and dedicated himself to improving the welfare of all Zambians. As Chairman of the Southern African Development Community, President Mwanawasa worked tirelessly to uphold the values of good governance, speaking out against human rights abuses and threats to democracy when many others were silent. |
| 08/18/2008 |
| Memorandum for the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy |
| By the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3, United States Code, I hereby assign to you the function of the President under sections 1001(a) and (b) of the America COMPETES Act (Public Law 110-69). |
| 08/18/2008 |
| Personnel Announcement |
| President George W. Bush today announced that The Honorable Elaine L. Chao, Secretary of Labor, will now serve as Head of Delegation of the Presidential Delegation attending the Closing Ceremony of the Olympic Games in Beijing, China on August 24, 2008. |
| 08/18/2008 |
| Personnel Announcement |
| President George W. Bush today announced his intention to nominate one individual and designate one individual to serve in his Administration. The President intends to nominate James X. Dempsey, of California, to be a Member of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board for an initial five-year term expiring 01/29/13. The President intends to designate James A. Williams, of Virginia, to be Acting Administrator of the General Services Administration. |
| 08/15/2008 |
| President Bush Discusses Situation in Georgia |
| President Bush on Saturday said, "We will continue to stand behind Georgia's democracy; we will continue to insist that Georgia's sovereignty and independence and territorial integrity be respected." |
| 08/15/2008 |
| Remarks by Secretary Rice to the Travel Pool |
| SECRETARY RICE: I think everybody understands that Russia had a choice to make over the last several years, and it was a choice that should have been opened to Russia, which was a choice to act in a 21st-century way, fully integrate into the international institutions. I think it's very much worthwhile to have given Russia that chance. |
| 08/14/2008 |
| President Bush Discusses Situation in Georgia |
| President Bush on Friday said, "With its actions in recent days Russia has damaged its credibility and its relations with the nations of the free world. Bullying and intimidation are not acceptable ways to conduct foreign policy in the 21st century. Only Russia can decide whether it will now put itself back on the path of responsible nations, or continue to pursue a policy that promises only confrontation and isolation. To begin to repair its relations with the United States and Europe and other nations, and to begin restoring its place in the world, Russia must respect the freedom of its neighbors." |
| 08/14/2008 |
| Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for Vermont |
| The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Vermont and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, a tornado, and flooding on July 18, 2008. |
| 08/14/2008 |
| Personnel Announcement |
| President George W. Bush today announced his intention to designate one individual and appoint five individuals to serve in his Administration: Santanu "Sandy" K. Baruah, Rick Gaffney, William H. Gibbons-Fly, Paul M. Krampe, Jane C. Luxton, and Peter Young. |
| 08/14/2008 |
| Memorandum for the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense |
| Pursuant to the authority vested in me by section 1012 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1995, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2291-4), I hereby certify, with respect to Colombia, that (1) interdiction of aircraft reasonably suspected to be primarily engaged in illicit drug trafficking in that country's airspace is necessary because of the extraordinary threat posed by illicit drug trafficking to the national security of that country; and (2) that country has appropriate procedures in place to protect against innocent loss of life in the air and on the ground in connection with such interdiction, which shall at a minimum include effective means to identify and warn an aircraft before the use of force is directed against the aircraft. |
| 08/14/2008 |
| President's Radio Address |
| In his weekly radio address President Bush said, "The United States and our allies stand with the people of Georgia and their democratically elected government. We insist that Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity be respected. And Moscow must honor its pledge to withdraw its invading forces from all Georgian territory." |
| 08/13/2008 |
| President Bush Visits CIA Headquarters, Participates in Briefings |
| President Bush on Thursday said, "We also had a couple of briefings, one on the war on terror and the other on the situation in Georgia. Got a lot of folks, smart folks analyzing the situation on the ground and, of course, briefing us on different possibilities that could develop in the area and the region." |
| 08/13/2008 |
| Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for New Mexico |
| The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of New Mexico and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms and flooding beginning on July 26, 2008, and continuing. |
| 08/11/2008 |
| President Bush Meets with Coalition for Affordable American Energy |
| President Bush on Tuesday said, "One of the things that came out in this discussion was there's a lot of folks in our country who understand we could be doing something about the high price of gasoline and we're not. Obviously we need to be wise about conservation, but we've got to be wise about increasing the supply of oil here in America. If you're concerned about the price of gasoline, one way to affect that price of gasoline is to increase oil supplies." |
| 08/11/2008 |
| Statement by the Press Secretary |
| On Tuesday, August 12, 2008, the President signed into law: H.R. 2245, H.R. 4210, H.R. 4918, H.R. 5477, H.R. 5483, H.R. 5631, H.R. 6061, H.R. 6085, H.R. 6150, H.R. 6340, S. 3294 and S. 3295 |
| 08/11/2008 |
| Personnel Announcement |
| President George W. Bush today announced his intention to nominate eight individuals and appoint nineteen individuals to serve in his Administration: Elizabeth Ann Bryan, Robert C. Granger, Caroline M. Hoxby, Douglas J. Besharov, Lynn S. Fuchs, Paul E. Peterson, John L. Winn, Patrick J. Wolf, Elsa A. Murano, Jean N. Case, Raymond G. Chambers, Evern Cooper Epps, Bo Derek, Evern Cooper Epps, Janine L. Gauntt, Kasey K. Kahne, Mary Beth King, Mary J. Myers, Michelle Nunn, Kelly Perdew, Corinne B. Roberts, Michael W. Smith, Jordin Sparks, Wendy M. Spencer, Roxanne Spillett, Hope Taft, Daniel C. Wuerffel, and Mark G. Yudof |
| 08/10/2008 |
| President Bush Discusses Situation in Georgia |
| President Bush on Monday said, "Russia's actions this week have raised serious questions about its intentions in Georgia and the region. These actions have substantially damaged Russia's standing in the world. And these actions jeopardize Russians' relations -- Russia's relations with the United States and Europe. It is time for Russia to be true to its word and to act to end this crisis." |
| 08/10/2008 |
| Interview of the President by Bob Costas, NBC Sports |
| THE PRESIDENT: First of all, I think the Chinese are being great hosts. The venues are fantastic. And our team is fired up -- and so am I. I'm excited to be here. It's -- it's such a thrill to watch our men and women compete. |
| 08/10/2008 |
| Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for New Hampshire |
| The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of New Hampshire and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, tornado, and flooding on July 24, 2008. |
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