Posted on 07/05/2008 7:39:48 PM PDT by daisyscarlett
The President delivered his weekly radio address today from Washington. The topic: Independence Day. The President and Mrs. Bush departed D.C. around noon today for Japan. President Bush will attend his final Group of Eight summit (G-8) on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido from July 6-9.
THANK YOU FOR WAITING FOR THE "ALL CLEAR" BEFORE POSTING ANY PHOTOS
Hi!
Leaders of the G8 walk across the grass en route to the official photograph Thursday, June 7, 2007, in Heiligendamm, Germany. From left are: Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada; Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom; Jose Manuel Barroso, President of the European Commission; President Nicolas Sarkozy of France; President Vladimir Putin of Russia; Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan; Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany; Prime Minister Romano Prodi of Italy, and President George W. Bush.
Press Briefing on the President's Trip to Japan and the G8 Summit
President's Radio Address
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. This weekend, Americans are celebrating the anniversary of our Nation's independence. Two hundred and thirty-two years ago, our Founding Fathers came together in Philadelphia to proclaim that all men are created equal and that they are endowed by their Creator with unalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
The man who wrote those immortal words was Thomas Jefferson. Yesterday, I celebrated the Fourth of July at Monticello, Jefferson's home in Virginia. While there, I witnessed an event that would have made the author of the Declaration of Independence proud. On Monticello's lawn, more than 70 men and women from dozens of countries raised their right hands to take the oath of American citizenship. They swore their allegiance to the Constitution. They promised that they would defend the laws of the United States. And they reminded everyone in attendance that the promise of America is open to all.
These new citizens come from countries as diverse as Burma, Afghanistan, Norway, and Iraq. These new citizens are proof that there is no American race, just an American creed. In the United States, we believe in the rights and dignity of every person. We believe in equal justice, limited government, and the rule of law. And we believe in personal responsibility and tolerance towards others. This creed of freedom and equality has lifted the lives of millions of Americans, whether citizens by birth or citizens by choice.
This creed of freedom has required brave defenders, and every generation of Americans has produced them. From the soldiers who fought for independence at Bunker Hill and Yorktown, to the Americans who broke the chains of slavery, liberated Europe and Asia from tyranny, and brought down an evil empire, the people of this great land have always risen to freedom's defense.
Today, the men and women of America's Armed Forces continue this proud tradition of defending liberty. In places like Afghanistan and Iraq, many risk their lives every day to protect America and uphold the principle that human freedom is the birthright of all people and a gift from the Almighty. These brave Americans make it possible for America to endure as a free society. So on this Fourth of July, we owe all those who wear the uniform of the United States a special debt of gratitude. And we thank their families for supporting them in this crucial time for our Nation.
The Fourth of July is a day when all Americans take a moment to share a collective sense of pride in our country. We live in a Nation founded on the power of an idea, a Nation where opportunity is limited only by imagination, and a Nation that has done more than any other to spread the light of liberty throughout the world. Today, that light shines as brightly as it did in 1776. And with "the protection of Divine Providence" it will continue to shine brightly for generations to come.
Thank you for listening.
President Bush with first lady Laura Bush leave the White House Saturday, July 5, 2008, in Washington for the Group of Eight summit (G-8) in Toyako, on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido.
US President George W. Bush waves as he makes his way to board Air Force One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC.
U.S. President George W. Bush and first lady Laura Bush walk to Air Force One as they prepare to depart from Dulles Airport, near Washington, July 5, 2008. They are on their way to the G8 Summit in Toyako, Japan.
President Bush waves as he walks with first lady Laura Bush to Air Force One at Dulles International Airport Saturday, July 5, 2008, in Chantilly, Va. Bush is going to the G-8 summit in Japan.
President Bush and first lady Laura Bush climb the stairs to Air Force One at Dulles International Airport Saturday, July 5, 2008, in Chantilly, Va. Bush is going to the G-8 summit in Japan.
U.S. President George W. Bush (L) and first lady Laura Bush wave from Air Force One as they prepare to depart from Dulles Airport, near Washington, July 5, 2008. They are on their way to the G8 Summit in Toyako, Japan
President Bush and first lady Laura Bush are reflected as they board Air Force One at Dulles International Airport Saturday, July 5, 2008, in Chantilly, Va. Bush is going to the G-8 summit in Japan.
Sorry for the later dose tonight...went to the movies then had to fix dinner, then I no more than got started on the Dose than the phone rang etc etc.
Wow! That’s the first time in a LONG time! LOL! Everyone
must be out of town! :D
Ooooo...love the reflected pictures!
I’ll bet they get so tired of all the eyes on them at
everything they do! I sure would.
No worries! I am just glad to see that you had some fun
yourself!
daisyscarlett: Thank you for posting this weekend DOSE — love the photos and the map!
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MUST READ . . .
PRESIDENT REMAINS A SKILLED FUNDRAISER
But Low Ratings Have Had an Effect
By Dan Eggen
Washington Post Staff Writer
LITTLE ROCK — After less than an hour visiting a housing assistance agency, President Bush and his motorcade sped to a private home here last Tuesday to make a quick appearance — and deliver a whole lot of money — for the Republican Party.
It was his second fundraiser of the day. Four hours earlier, Bush was 260 miles away in Jackson, Miss., speaking at a private luncheon to raise money for the election of newly appointed Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.). The total from the two events: more than $1 million.
His popularity rating in national polls is dismally low (IT’S THE SAMPLE STUPID), and the presumptive Republican nominee, John McCain, is doing his best to avoid him, but Bush remains a formidable force on the GOP fundraising circuit during his final months in office.
He has already clocked 31 political events this year, raising nearly $70 million for GOP candidates and the national and state parties, according to the Republican National Committee. The tally puts the president on track to meet or exceed the amount he raised before the midterm elections in 2006, according to GOP officials.
To look at it another way: Since the start of 2007, Bush alone is responsible for raising more money than the entire Democratic National Committee.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/07/04/AR2008070402411_pf.html
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IT’S ALL (PRESIDENT) BUSH’S FAULT:
US REMOVES URANIUM FROM IRAQ
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/national/1107ap_iraq_yellowcake_mission.html
US JAMMING OPERATION HOODWINKED REBELS IN INGRID BETANCOURT RESCUE
By Martin Arostegui and Philip Sherwell in Bogata
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/southamerica/colombia/2254547/US-jamming-operation-hoodwinked-rebels-in-Ingrid-Betancourt-rescue.html
IRAQIS LEAD FINAL PURGE OF AL-QAEDA
Marie Colvin in Mosul
American and Iraqi forces are driving Al-Qaeda in Iraq out of its last redoubt in the north of the country in the culmination of one of the most spectacular victories of the war on terror.
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article4276486.ece
Great news and links, Deb!
The only thing I can say is....I wish he could run for a
third term! *sigh*
Laura Looks Fighting Fit!!
“The only thing I can say is....I wish he could run for a
third term! *sigh*”
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ME TOO! [I’m trying not to think about next January!]
Me either! I envision a train wreck! *shudder*
PRESIDENT REMAINS A SKILLED FUNDRAISER
But Low Ratings Have Had an Effect
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Hos Pathetic that the WP headline writers have to put a “But” in the headline.
Thanks for the thread Daisy sorry was not around live but I am responsible for the singles thread this weekend.
Some interesting photos I love the reflection ones.
No problem and I know how it happens and before you know it time has gone and you are sweating on getting the thread up.
It happened to me yesterday on the singles thread I was late with the ping because I wanted to do a fancy summer fruit and veg montage.
I will check out your Singles Thread later, even though I am not single.
What would you like on your toaster
THANK YOU FOR WAITING FOR THE "ALL CLEAR" BEFORE POSTING ANY PHOTOS
President Bush "turned" 62 today. He had celebrated his birthday earlier, as he has in the past, on the Fourth of July at the White House where people gather on the South Lawn to watch fireworks. However, he had a "surprise" party on AF1 enroute to Japan.
Bush celebrates 62nd birthday on the fly
As he flew to Japan, White House press advisers quietly gathered in a darkened conference room aboard Air Force One. A steward stuck a single candle in a coconut cake. Bush and first lady Laura Bush were invited inside.
"Surprise! Happy Birthday!" they exclaimed.
"He dutifully pretended to be surprised," press secretary Dana Perino said.
The staff presented him with a wooden box made from a giant oak tree that fell on the White House lawn in 2007. Some of the wood from the tree, planted by Benjamin Harrison's daughter in 1892, had been sent to Texas to be fashioned into a box about 12-by-18 inches. They filled it with notes and cards from members of his senior staff.
The President and First Lady arrived safely in Japan today where the President will participate in the G-8. He and Laura Bush were greeted at the airport with flowers.
President Bush participated in a joint press availability today with Prime Minister Fukuda of Japan Windsor Hotel Toya Resort and Spa Toyako, Japan
U.S. President George W. Bush and first lady Laura Bush are presented with flowers as they arrive at the New Chitose Airport in Chitose, Japan July 6, 2008. Bush is headed to the G8 Summit in Toyako.
QUOTE OF THE DAY:
President Bush on Sunday said, "We discussed a variety of subjects, starting with... our work together to make sure the Korean Peninsula, all the Korean Peninsula, is free of nuclear weapons. I am fully aware of the sensitivity of the issue here in your country. I am aware that people want to make sure that the abduction issue is not ignored, and that there are suspicions about whether or not the North Koreans will be fully forthcoming. I view this process as a multi-step process that requires strong verification."
Air Force One, with US President George W. Bush and first lady Laura Bush aboard, arrives at New Chitose Airport Sunday, July 6, 2008 in Chitose, near Sapporo, Japan.
U.S. President George W. Bush and first lady Laura Bush upon their arrival at New Chitose International Airport near Sapporo July 6, 2008, ahead of G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit.
U.S. President George W. Bush, left, meets with Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda during their bilateral talks at the G-8 summit on Sunday, July 6, 2008 in lakeside resort of Toyako on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido.
U.S. President George W. Bush, left, and Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda arrive for a joint press conference at the G-8 summit on Sunday, July 6, 2008 in the lakeside resort of Toyako, Japan.
U.S. President George W. Bush holds a joint news availability with the Prime Minister of Japan Yasuo Fukuda at the G8 Summit at The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort and Spa in Toyako, Japan July 6, 2008.
Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda after a joint press conference at the G-8 summit on Sunday, July 6, 2008 in the lakeside resort of Toyako, northern Japan.
U.S. President George W. Bush, right, talks with Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda after a joint press conference at the G-8 summit on Sunday, July 6, 2008 in the lakeside resort of Toyako, Japan
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President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda of Japan shake hands after their joint press availability Sunday, July 6, 2008, in Toyako on the northern Japanese Island of Hokkaido. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda of Japan enter the Banquet Lobby at the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort and Spa Sunday, July, 6, 2008, for a joint press availability. The President and Mrs. Laura Bush arrived in Toyako on the northern Japanese Island of Hokkaido to attend the Group of Eight Summit. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda of Japan participate in a joint press availability Sunday, July 6, 2008, at the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort and Spa, site of the 2008 G8 Summit. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda of Japan shake hands after their joint press availability Sunday, July 6, 2008, in Toyako on the northern Japanese Island of Hokkaido. White House photo by Eric Draper
Good afternoon! Great photos, especially those from the arrival in Japan. Thanks for sharing them with us
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY * W * !!!
In your honor, Sir, when we put in the pavers for our front patio this weekend, the pattern reads (facing North):
LETS ROLL for the first row, and
USA USA USA for the second row, and
repeat
in Morse Code!!!
God Bless you and your family, Sir. Thank you SO much for all you've done for our Country! History WILL be kind. We've been blessed to have you in the White House.
Have a truly happy and wonderful birthday, Sir!
with love,
NordP
President George W. Bush and Laura Bush are welcomed on their arrival Sunday, July 6, 2008 to the New Chitose International Airport, to attend the Group of Eight Summit in Toyako, Japan. White House photo by Eric Draper Full Story
President George W. Bush and Japan's Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda shake hands at their first meeting Sunday, July 6, 2008, at the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort and Spa in Toyako, Japan, site for this year's 2008 Group of Eight Summit. White House photo by Eric Draper
Nice toaster choice. Next year, W will be able to celebrate his birthday in TX eating TX-Mex or barbeque not raw fish.
Nice find on the cake!
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