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*
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