Posted on 07/25/2008 5:50:37 PM PDT by silent_jonny
Today President Bush participated in a private fundraiser for Congressional candidate Aaron Schock in Peoria, Illinois.
The family of Tony Snow traveled with the President today on board Air Force One.
Press Secretary Dana Perino: The President invited them to come on a trip with him if they ever wanted to and the family decided that they would like to, so they're on board. They got a tour of the plane and they're up with the President now, and they'll be coming with -- just coming along for the ride, for the event. And hopefully we'll be able to show them a little bit about what Tony Snow did on a trip like this, and hopefully give them a little bit of comfort along the way if we can.
Before leaving the White House, President Bush issued an executive order that expands sanctions against the corrupt government of Zimbabwe. (Transcript)
The new Executive Order significantly enhances our ability to designate individuals in and entities connected to the Mugabe regime. Under the new Executive Order, the Treasury Department will today designate several of these government-controlled entities.This action is a direct result of the Mugabe regime's continued politically-motivated violence, disregarding calls from the Southern African Development Community, the African Union, and the United Nations to halt the attacks.
The President also proclaimed July 27, 2008, the last Sunday in July, as Parents' Day. (Transcript)
On Parents' Day, we pay tribute to the parents who provide their children with guidance, support, and unconditional love and who help make our country a better place … and I encourage American sons and daughters to convey their love, respect, and appreciation to their parents.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice met with leaders and officials in Australia and New Zealand today.
Saturday & Sunday: President & Mrs. Bush will be at the White House.Monday: President Bush will meet with Prime Minister Gillani of Pakistan in the Oval Office. That afternoon he will participate in a photo opportunity with members of the Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program in the East Room.
Tuesday: The President will travel to Cleveland, Ohio to participate in a tour of Lincoln Electric Holdings, Incorporated. He will make remarks on energy and the economy there. And then he will participate in another Republican fundraiser in Gates Mills, Ohio.
Wednesday: The President will have a Cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room.
Dana Perino: I said the Cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room and I got no laughs, nothing. (Laughter.)Q We're so busy writing down what you said. We're being diligent.
Thursday: President Bush will meet with the recipients of the Scouts in Action Commendation on the North Portico. Later that day he will travel to White Sulfur Springs, West Virginia to make remarks at the 2008 Annual Meeting of the West Virginia Coal Association. Then he and Mrs. Bush will travel to Kennebunkport, Maine, where they will stay for the weekend.
Friday through Sunday (August 3rd): No planned public events.
Monday (August 4th): President Bush begins his trip to Asia, starting in South Korea, then Thailand, and then China for the Olympics.
Dana Perino: Two week aheads for the price of one. And then probably to the ranch later that week; date to be determined.
Enjoy your visit to Sanity Island
Quote of the Day:
President Bush:
Parents teach their children timeless values to help them make the most of life's opportunities and overcome its challenges. On Parents' Day, we pay tribute to the parents who provide their children with guidance, support, and unconditional love and who help make our country a better place.Mothers and fathers are a source of stability and great comfort in society, and they have a vital obligation to love and care for their children. Through patient instruction and a loving example, they instill in children the principles that make our Nation strong and ensure that children have the skills to lead lives of character and integrity. As a child's primary teachers, parents are responsible for their child's education, and their efforts will contribute to a more hopeful future for our country. Parents can help shape our Nation by encouraging young people to make the right choices, become responsible citizens, and achieve their dreams.
My Administration remains dedicated to promoting Federal, State, and faith-based and community programs to assist American families and support healthy marriages and responsible parenting. We are committed to helping parents and schools enable the next generation of Americans to realize their full potential.
On Parents' Day, we honor mothers and fathers and thank them for their many years of patience and selflessness. We take this opportunity also to recognize parents of adopted children and foster parents, who generously provide children with a loving family to call their own. We also recognize the parents who serve in our Armed Forces and the parents of the brave men and women wearing our Nation's uniform. The members of our Armed Forces are defending our freedom with dignity and honor, and America is grateful for the sacrifices that they and their families make in the name of duty.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States and consistent with Public Law 103-362, as amended, do hereby proclaim Sunday, July 27, 2008, as Parents' Day. I call upon citizens, private organizations, and governmental bodies at all levels to engage in activities and educational efforts that recognize, support, and honor parents, and I encourage American sons and daughters to convey their love, respect, and appreciation to their parents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third.
GEORGE W. BUSH
Photo of the Day:
President George W. Bush holds up five-month-old Stanley Debshaw while greeting supporters in Peoria, Ill., Friday, July 25, 2008.
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President Bush, aboard Marine One, departs the White House in Washington, Friday, July 25, 2008, for a trip to Andrews Air Force Base, Md. and then onto Illinois to attend an Aaron Schock for Congress, and Congressional Trust 2008 Luncheon in Peoria, Ill. before returning later in the day.
Thank you, dear jonny!
President Bush is saluted as he boards Air Force One, Friday, July 25, 2008, at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.
President Bush waves from Air Force One at Andrews Air Force base in Maryland, Friday, July 25, 2008, prior to departing for a day trip to Illinois.
It was so so kind and dear of our W to extend
his supreme graciousness to Tony Snow’s family.
Tony left such an indelible mark on this White
House. I have a feeling the Bushes will continue
to be there for them, in many ways.
Good evening Jonny! Thanks for the ping. Great photos, especially the photo of the day
President Bush waves as he arrives at the Greater Peoria Regional Airport in Peoria, Ill., Friday, July 25, 2008
President George W. Bush greets Freedom Corps Volunteer Roy Storey after arriving at the Greater Peoria Regional Airport in Peoria, Illinois, July 25, 2008.
President George W. Bush walks with Freedom Corps volunteer 85-year-old Roy Storey (R) after arriving on Air Force One at Greater Peoria Regional Airport in Peoria, Illinois, on July 25, 2008.
President Bush greets Illinois State Rep. Aaron Schock, R-Peoria, center, and Aurthur Perkins, former principal of Harrison Primary School, left, Friday, July 25, 2008, upon his arrival in Peoria, Ill.
President Bush holds up six-month-old Logan Pearson as he departs the Greater Peoria Regional Airport in Peoria, Ill., Friday, July 25, 2008.
President George W. Bush holds 6-month old Logan Pearson while greeting guests prior to departing on Air Force One from Greater Peoria Regional Airport in Peoria, Illinois, on July 25, 2008.
Congratulations! :)
President George Bush holds a sign for a picture while greeting military personnel and families upon departure from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport - Air National Guard Ramp in Peoria, IL Friday, July 25, 2008. White House photo by Chris Greenberg. [The sign reads: “Welcome To Ill., President Bush, We Love You!”]
President George W. Bush holds 5-month-old Evan Price before leaving the Greater Peoria Regional Airport in Peoria, Illinois, July 25, 2008.
Thank you ... ;)
Subject aside, did anyone noticed the “vault” size door the SS guy is holding?. That Caddy must be rocket proof!
Super W and baby pics ... and hysterically, the Photo of the Day. So adorable.
I love all the baby pics!!!!!!! Too cute. Hope these kinds of moments make the president’s day/week/year a lot happier!
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice talks to students at Mercedes College in Perth on July 25, 2008.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice carries a wreath as she visits the State War Memorial in Kings Park in Perth July 25, 2008.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice pauses after laying a wreath at the State War Memorial in Kings Park, Perth 25 July, 2008.
President George W. Bush salutes as he returns to the White House via helicopter in Washington, July 25, 2008.
President George W. Bush waves on the South Lawn of the White House July 25, 2008 in Washington, DC. Bush was returning from Peoria, Illinois where he attended a fundraiser for Aaron Schock who is running for a seat in the U.S. Congress.
Thanks for all the pics. ONce again, happy people with our pres. Except for one baby!
Its a sign of the parallel universes in which we live that Condi Rice, and formerly Colin Powell, are invisible to democrats. How else could BO’s speech writers have written in his Berlin speech that he looked different from any other American who had ever come to address them?
OMG how cute is the photo of the day! Adorable!
Hi Jonny. Those are absolutely GREAT photos of our Dubya and that baby boy with his shades. Funny and cool at the same time. Haven’t mentioned this in awhile, but I love GWB.
Your tag line is hilariously accurate. I have to start posting more on the Dose again now that might life is getting back to normal.
Logan sure looks sad to see the President go, doesn’t he? ;o)
Wonderful photos! Thank you silent_johnny!
Snowflakes, the Snow family was on board Air Force One with President Bush!!!! No pics tho.
LOL at that baby. The President looks like he doesn’t want to get piddled on. :)
President Bush is SUCH a gracious man! You know those folks are just so pleased to have a picture of him holding the sign that they made to welcome him!
Judging by the crowd in these photos, our Dubya is nowhere near as unpopular as the media and their phoney, jacked-up polls would have us believe.
I knew the baby pics would be a hit :)
I know the uber-cons among us would have a conniption fit, but I wish Condi was picked at McCain’s running mate. I know she’s always said she doesn’t want the job, but maybe she could be persuaded.
I just read that part of the story. As I said, he’s just such a gracious man.
Always. :)
I just LOVE the smile on that lady’s face! What a sweet photo.
the Snow family was on board Air Force One with President Bush!!!! No pics tho.
I checked everywhere, but I guess there weren't any. The family probably kept their distance from the cameras.
Good evening to you, Kas :)
So do I.
That is an impressive door. I'm sure it could withstand a direct hit from almost anything.
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