Posted on 09/03/2008 5:02:22 PM PDT by silent_jonny
Today President Bush traveled to Baton Rouge, Louisiana to meet with first-responders and state officials and to personally thank them for the work they’re doing in the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. (Transcript)
I can't thank you all enough for working as hard as you are. Looking around, I can see that some people may not have had much sleep recently. (Laughter.) The people of your state care a lot about the fact that you are working as hard as you are. And if this helps you keep going, I want to thank you, and I want to thank all the volunteers and the faith-based community that always rises up in a challenge like this.
The President returned to the White House this afternoon. He and the First Lady are expected to stay at Camp David this weekend, but with more hurricanes bearing down on the US those plans may change.
Vice President & Mrs. Cheney arrived in Azerbaijan today. This is the first stop in a tour of three ex-Soviet block nations bordering Russia.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice held a press conference at the State Department today.
Enjoy your visit to Sanity Island
Quote of the Day:
President Bush: All in all, the response has been excellent. But the people here understand that there is more work to be done. And that's why I came down here with members of the federal government to listen and to figure out how to help.I can't thank you all enough for working as hard as you are. Looking around, I can see that some people may not have had much sleep recently. (Laughter.) The people of your state care a lot about the fact that you are working as hard as you are. And if this helps you keep going, I want to thank you, and I want to thank all the volunteers and the faith-based community that always rises up in a challenge like this. They listen to that universal call to love a neighbor like you'd like to be loved yourself. And that's happening here in Louisiana again. And I know the people that are -- whose lives have been affected appreciate a total stranger coming in to help.
And finally, the people in Louisiana must know that all across our country there's a lot of prayer -- prayer for those whose lives have been turned upside down. And I'm one of them. It's good to come down here. Governor, I can't thank you enough for your leadership and your team's leadership, and we stand ready to help.
Photos of the Day:
President George W. Bush greets military personnel who assisted with Hurricane Gustav emergency response during his briefing Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the Louisiana State Emergency Operations Center in Baton Rouge.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliev, right, and US Vice President Dick Cheney meet at the president's residence on the Caspian Sea in Baku, Azerbaijan, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008.
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President George W. Bush walks to board Marine One on September 3, 2008 at the White House in Washington, DC.
President George W. Bush waves as he boards Marine One while departing on the South Lawn of the White House September 3, 2008 in Washington DC. President Bush is traveling to Louisiana to inspect the damage caused by Hurricane Gustav.
Marine One, with US President George W. Bush on board takes off on September 3, 2008 from the Souuth Lawn at the White House in Washington, DC.
President Bush, center, prepares to board Air Force One, Wednesday, Sept 3, 2008, at Andrews Air Force Base, Md. Bush is traveling to Louisiana for an update on relief efforts for Hurricane Gustav.
President Bush, left, waves as he boards Air Force One, Wednesday, Sept 3, 2008, at Andrews Air Force Base, Md.
Hello JOOOOOONY!!!!!
T Y, much.
President Bush arrives aboard Air Force One at the Baton Rouge Airport to be briefed on the effects of Hurricane Gustav on Louisiana in Baton Rouge, La., Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008. Inclement weather is still being felt from the lingering effects of Hurricane Gustav.
Thanks, I’m not sure, it’s getting close though
Great wave & stare @ top of post # 9!
Saved it!
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President George W. Bush speaks to a room of emergency workers following a briefing on the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav at an emergency operations center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, September 3, 2008.
Congrats on getting the Toaster tonight!
President George W. Bush greets military personnel who assisted with Hurricane Gustav emergency response during his briefing Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the Louisiana State Emergency Operations Center in Baton Rouge. Acknowledging the response and coordination efforts, the President said, "State government, the local government and the federal government were able to work effectively together." White House photo by Eric Draper
President Bush holds out a LSU ballcap as he greets personnel during his visit to the Emergency Operations Center, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, in Baton Rouge, La. Standing behind Bush is Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden, right rear.
President Bush thanks emergency workers following a briefing on the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav at an emergency operations center in Baton Rouge, September 3, 2008
President Bush, center, shakes hands with personnel after receiving a briefing on relief efforts for Hurricane Gustav at the Emergency Operations Center, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, in Baton Rouge, La. Walking behind Bush are Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, right, and Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden, left
Do You have the R Conv. on as You are posting The Dose?
My guess is Yes.
My cable hook up is finaly getting done on next Thurs.
Yyeeessss!
:)
Vice President Dick Cheney and Lynne Cheney arrive in Baku on September 3, 2008. Vice President Cheney arrived in Azerbaijan on his first stop of a tour of ex-Soviet nations, amid darkening US-Russia relations over Moscow's war with Georgia.
I bet You’re excited to get over to the Convention Thread after posting The Dose!
:)
Take me off the reply roster if that gets You over there faster...No worries!
thanks, Purple
2 sweet pics @ #17 !!
Vice President Dick Cheney meets with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the Summer Presidential Palace in Baku, Azerbaijan. Said the Vice President, "The U.S. and Azerbaijan have many interests in common. We both seek greater stability, security and cooperation in the vital region of the world. We share the goal of energy security for ourselves and for the international community. And we are both devoted to the cause of peace." White House photo by David Bohrer
WoW! Snugs will be like a kid in a sweets shop/candy store when She sees all of these pics of VP,C.
Snugs,notice how i used British phrasing also!
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Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice walks to a news conference with Under Secretary Economic, Energy and Agricultural Affairs Reuben Jeffery Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the State Department in Washington.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice speaks at a news conference on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the State Department in Washington.
Oops! I meant to ping S/E to that prior comment,as well.
Hi!
I got Your care package gifts today!
HUGS, Snugs?Elanor...Moe via letter,asap.
I’m running a bit behind on letter writing at the moment.
But You’ll be getting one,for sure.
President Bush arrives on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008.
President George W. Bush returns to the Oval Office on September 3, 2008 at the White House in Washington, DC.
President Bush arrives on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008.
President George W. Bush returns to the Oval Office on September 3, 2008 at the White House in Washington, DC.
(Thanks to Kaslin for finding and sorting through these!)
First Lady Laura Bush addresses the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, MinnesotaM September 2, 2008.
U.S. first lady Laura Bush addresses the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota, September 2, 2008.
U.S. first lady Laura Bush waves as she leaves the stage after addressing the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota, September 2, 2008.
Sara Monsoor embraces former President George H.W. Bush after a video tribute to her brother, Medal of honor recipient Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor, during the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn., Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008.
Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush, left, shakes hands with former Sen. Fred Thompson, of Tennessee, at the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn., Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008. Looking on is Geri Thompson
Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush, left, shakes hand with an unidentified medal of honor recipient as former first lady Barbara Bush looks on at the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn., Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008.
US President George Bush addresses the Republican National Convention via a live video feed from the White House on September 2, 2008
U.S. President George W. Bush addresses the convention live via satellite from the White House during the second session of the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota, September 2, 2008.
U.S. first lady Laura Bush walks offstage, as U.S. President George W. Bush appears live via satellite from the White House in Washington, during the second session of the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota September 2, 2008
FRED! Oh how I wish...
First Lady Laura Bush walks onstage as President George W. Bush concludes his remarks via satellite at the 2008 Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota September 2, 2008.
Q Did the President hear from Senator McCain after his speech?Dana: Not that I'm aware of, no.
Q Was he happy with his -- with the way it went?
Dana: Sure, sure. … I personally thought it was a very strong speech. And the First Lady could not have looked more beautiful and sounded more positive and set such a great example for Americans in this country. And she's a great person to have been able to step in last night and to be able to be there in the hall. The President obviously couldn't be, but he was pleased with his speech and I think that it accomplished what he set out to do, which is to make the case why John -- for John McCain to be President of the United States.
The pic @ bottom of # 43, way cool! & Saved!
Great photos and thanks for sharing them with us
Has anyone heard from snugs? I haven’t seen her since Monday. I hope she is alright
Hello, Silent :)...Hurry,get to the Conv.Thread, I know Ya want to!
:)
Have fun & Be desciptive,LOL!
I still don’t have cable,not till next Thurs.
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