Posted on 02/08/2008 5:41:46 PM PST by silent_jonny
Early this morning, President Bush spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Washington D.C.
In his outstanding speech (Transcript—must read!), the president talked about his time in office, “about what you and I have achieved together, what it tells us about the stakes in the year ahead, and why it is so important that we keep the White House in 2008. (Applause.)”
Audience Member: “We love you, George!”President Bush: “Well, thank you. (Applause.)”
From there, the president traveled to Lafayette, Tennessee to survey the damage caused by Tuesday’s tornados and to meet with the survivors as they deal with the aftermath.
After a formal briefing by Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen, the president took time to assure the people of Lafayette that “when we say something is going to happen to help them get their feet back on the ground, it will happen.” (Transcript)
Then—as he has done many times before—President Bush walked through the rubble and comforted the survivors. (Transcript)
Vice President Dick Cheney spoke at the Pennsylvania State Victory Committee in Harrisburg, PA. (Transcript)
Vice President Cheney: So today, with much yet to do, President Bush and I remain grateful for the opportunity to serve this country. We're grateful to all of you, and to the people across Pennsylvania, for the fine support you've given to us and the party. In the months ahead, with an economy to strengthen and a war to fight, we'll stay focused on the business of the people. We'll come to a strong finish -- and I'm confident that our jobs will be left in good hands. And when the last chapter is written, it'll be said that our nation became more prosperous and more secure because George W. Bush was President of these United States. (Applause.)
This afternoon, President Bush traveled to Camp David where he and the First Lady will be spending the weekend.
Sunday: The president will arrive back at the White House on February 10 to make remarks on the 199th birthday of Abraham Lincoln.Monday: The president will sign the Economic Report of the President (not the stimulus package). And that afternoon, the president will make remarks at the Heart Truth reception in the East Room.
Tuesday: The president will meet with the President of Mali in the Oval Office. Later, he will attend a RNC luncheon and will make remarks at the celebration of African American History Month in the East Room.
Wednesday: No public events scheduled..
Thursday: (Valentine’s Day) The president will make a speech on Africa policy at the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art. That evening, President & Mrs. Bush will attend a Valentine's Day social dinner in the Blue Room at the White House. Then they will enjoy Valentine's Day entertainment in the East Room.
Friday: President & Mrs. Bush will depart for their 6 day trip to Africa, traveling first to the country of Benin. (source)
Enjoy your visit to Sanity Island
Quote of the Day:
President Bush: You know, life sometimes is unfair and you don't get to play the hand that you wanted to play. But the question is when you get dealt the hand, how do you play it? And I've come away with this impression of the folks in Macon County: one, you're down to earth, good, hard-working people; they have a respect for the Almighty; and this community is going to be as strong as ever. That's what I think. I bet you feel the same way.Mr. Phil Spears (resident of Lafeyette, TN): Yes, sir. If it wasn't for my friends, I don't know what I'd do.
President Bush: And you're going to find you got some new friends showing up, too -- a lot of people you've never heard of, they don't know who you are, total strangers. But when they know there's a neighbor in need they'll come and help you.
Photos of the Day:
Marine One, carrying President George W. Bush, flies over a swath of destruction near Lafayette, Tennessee, as he arrived Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, to see first-hand the damage left in the wake of Tuesday's tornadoes.
Paulett Warner holds a stuffed doll and a photo of President Bush, in Lafayette, Tenn., Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, as she recovers items from a home damaged by tornadoes while awaiting the arrival of President Bush who was surveying the neighborhood damaged by the tornadoes.
President George W. Bush comforts a resident of Lafayette, Tennessee during his tour Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, of the destruction left in the wake of Tuesday's deadly tornadoes
HOLA!
Hi!
Evening, LUV :)
YAY... !! ;)
President George W. Bush greets Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) at the Conservative Political Action Conference convention in Washington, February 8, 2008.
President Bush: You know, Mr. Leader [Sen. Mitch McConnell], I used to think that leading a group of strong-willed senators was one of the toughest jobs in the country. I may have found an even tougher one: father of the bride. (Laughter and applause.) You know, I told Laura I was going to say that and she said, well, you might add another one: son-in-law to the President. (Laughter.)
Hillary Clinton: "Geez, they knew when they moved here that this was a possibility"
and yes, that's how I believe the clintons think about the real people in the USA.
Good evening!
Thanks for the ping
Good evening! Good to be here! I was sad to see the pictures of the devastation in the South.
Thanks for Sanity Island tonight. There are far too few sane places to be lately!
President Bush: I appreciate the fact you invited Vice President Cheney here. (Applause.) He is the best Vice President in history. (Applause.) Mother may have a different opinion. (Laughter.) But don't tell her I said this, but my opinion is the one that counts. (Laughter and applause.)Since I spoke with you last, some things have changed. It seems like my hair is little grayer. (Laughter.) And my jokes are a little older. And some say my speeches are a little windier. Some things haven't changed: the principles I believe in and my deep, abiding faith in the American people. (Applause.)
You sure “sound” happy! :D
Congratulations. You did it again :)
You sure “sound” happy! :D
Winner, huh? Wow, thanks. And I’m not even in the ping list. What a lucky break.
You know difference between this President say President Hillary
Bush wholeheartly give this lady hug
While Hillary demand like Dr Evil give me hug
You say no
Let go
NO let go
NO
Get away from me you little freak that you be telling to Hillary
That’s cause I have “Friday brain” and
thought you were a co-winner of the
toaster ..........LOLOLOL......... duh.
You were 2nd .. and that’s not all bad,
right? Hope you’re feeling better.
*hic*
President Bush: They [The Left] tend to think Washington has the answers to our problems. They tend to believe our country only succeeds under the expansive federal government. They tend to be suspicious of America's exercise of global leadership -- unless, of course, we get a permission slip from international organizations. (Laughter.)Over the past seven years, we have engaged this opposition with a clear and consistent philosophy. We didn't take polls to decide what to say. We didn't seek the advice of editorial pages to decide what to think.
And we darn sure didn't seek the approval of groups like Code Pink and MoveOn.org before deciding what to do. (Applause.)
Thank you. I just had a nap after driving 8 hours to get home. I do feel a bit better.
2nd is not bad for someone with slow reflexes! :D
“Audience Member: “We love you, George!” “ That would be me if he were speaking somewhere that I could be! LOL!
I hope you liked the previous toaster I did for you I posted it earlier today after the all clear will post them again for those who missed them on yesterday’s thread.
President Bush: Last month I issued an executive order that directs federal agencies to ignore any future earmark that is not actually voted on by the United States Congress. (Applause.) This executive order will extend beyond my presidency -- (applause) -- it will stay in effect unless revoked by a future President. What that means is any President who wants to return to the old ways of unaccountable and wasteful spending will get to do so publicly. (Applause.) And if that happens, that President will have some explaining to do. (Applause.)
Sorry, Jonny! I jumped the gun. =\
Sure wish I had heard that speech! I was on the road.
Me 2! That’s a long drive .. where’d ya go?
I LOVE THAT ! He outsmarts
them every time. Keep that
fire burning strong, W!
I have been in Oklahoma to help my son with his darlin’ daughter while mommy was ill.
Taking care of a 1-year old means VERY early mornings! LOL! I am NOT used to that! :D
President Bush: We applied our philosophy to questions affecting the moral fabric of our nation. We believe that all human life is precious and deserves to be protected. (Applause.)In 2001, I had a grave decision to make on the question of embryonic stem cell research. I believed we could empower scientists and researchers to discover cures for terrible diseases -- without crossing a moral line. (Applause.) So I authorized research on existing stem cell lines, and stood against any effort to use federal tax dollars to support the destruction of human life. (Applause.) ...
Then last November, scientists announced a landmark achievement. They found a way to reprogram adult skin cells to act like embryonic stem cells. (Applause.) This discovery has the potential to end the divisive debate over stem cell research. It will allow us to expand the frontiers of medicine, while maintaining a culture of life. (Applause.) In the coming year, we will increase funds for this type of ethical research. And I will continue to push for a ban on the buying, selling, patenting or cloning of human life. (Applause.)
You were with Piper .. what joy.
Hope Mom is OK. Thank God for
Grammas. I wonder if I’ll ever
know the feeling ... LOL.
I saw my toaster, Snugs. It’s be-yoo-ti-ful. And the red toaster is just perfect for the picture. Thank you.
You will!
It was gratifying and kind of nice to get to know Piper
a little better. She’s a cutie! Mommy is going to be fine!
This was almost the Quote of the Day:
President Bush: Ronald Reagan was called a "warmonger," "an amiable dunce," a movie actor detached from reality. Yet within a few years after President Reagan left office, the Berlin Wall came down, the Evil Empire collapsed, the Cold War was won. And over the years a strange thing has happened. A lot of people who spent the 1980's criticizing President Reagan now tell us they were with him all along. (Laughter.)You were with him all along. (Applause.) And over the past seven years, you've been with me. I appreciate your support. (Applause.)
Audience: Four more years! Four more years!
JONNY!
***What that means is any President who wants to return to the old ways of unaccountable and wasteful spending will get to do so publicly. (Applause.) And if that happens, that President will have some explaining to do. (Applause.)***
Fantastic! What a man we elected.
Hope your DIL is better now - hope nothing serious
She is going to be just fine, thank you for asking, Snugs!
President George W. Bush acknowledges the audience after delivering remarks Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, to the 35th Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington, D.C. With him is Dave Keene, Chairman of the American Conservative Union
President Bush waves to the audience after delivering remarks to CPAC.
President Bush: I'll always -- always -- be grateful [to each of you] for supporting our cause, for giving me a chance, and for loving our country. I thank you for that. (Applause.)I look forward to working with you this year. My energy is up, my spirit is high, and I will finish strong. (Applause.) And in the meantime, we will elect a new President. We've had good debates and soon we'll have a nominee who will carry a conservative banner into this election and beyond.
Listen, the stakes in November are high. This is an important election. Prosperity and peace are in the balance. So with confidence in our vision and faith in our values, let us go forward, fight for victory, and keep the White House in 2008.
God bless you, and God bless America. (Applause.)
President Bush boards Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, Friday, Feb. 8, 2008. The president is traveling to Lafayette, Tenn., a community heavily damaged by the most recent tornadoes that have killed at least 54 people in the southern U.S. 
President Bush waves as he boards Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, Friday, Feb. 8, 2008
President Bush meets with David Harmon in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, Feb. 8, 2008, Harmon, an employee of the Wilson County Emergency Management, found and rescued a one-year-old child in a field in the aftermath of the storms. Afterward the president flew to Lafayette, Tenn. to view tornado damage
People view tornado damage at a destroyed dormitory building on the campus of Union University in Jackson, Tennessee.
A student stands in front of a dormitory building damaged by a tornado at Union University in Jackson, Tennessee.
Got a new tagline!
Experiencing technical difficulties, lol: Yahoo has slowed to a crawl—it’s not letting me see the large photos, just the thumbnails ... stand by.
Thank you for today’s Dose jonny.. He goes from a high of the CPAC supporters to the low of seeing Americans bathed yet again in tragedy.
He carries our pain.
Hope all Doser’s have a great weekend.
Is Yahoo working for you?
Yep .. you on IE or Firefox? I’m
on Firefox, and it’s fine. I think
the WHOLE internet has been draggy
the last week or so.
THANK YOU for your beautiful Dose,
jonny! Love your commentary, interspersed
with the pics.
And I LOVE George W. Bush!
IE ... I’ll try Firefox.
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