A day in the life of President Bush (photos) 1/15/05

WhiteHouse.gov; Yahoo News Photos ^ | 1/15/05

[Wolfstar]

President and Mrs. Bush did not make any public appearances today as the prepare for this week's 2nd Inaugural. The President proclaimed Sunday as National Sanctity of Human Life Day and Religious Freedom Day.

Today's Presidential Radio Address dealt with the issue of Social Security. For those interseted in reading the entire transcript (it's not long), click here: whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2005/01/20050115.html

QUOTE OF THE DAY: When President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act in 1935, the average life expectancy was about 60 years, which meant that most Americans would not live to become eligible for benefits, then set at age 65.

Today, most Americans enjoy longer lives and longer retirements. And that presents a looming challenge. Because Social Security was created as a pay-as-you-go system, current retirees are supported by the taxes paid by current workers. Unfortunately, the ratio of workers to retirees is falling steadily. In the 1950s, there were about 16 workers paying in for each person drawing out. Today, it's about three workers for every beneficiary. And by the time today's workers in their mid 20s begin to retire, there will be just over two.
Presidential Radio Address, Jan. 15, 2005

[Wolfstar]

Interesting is it not that in 2005 Dick Cheney giving that speech is in fact older than the average life expectancy back in 1935.

Is Dick Cheney past 65? For some reason, I thought he was around 61 or 62. Given his health history and age, he looks spectacular.

[silent_jonny]

a George Strait movie?

Is there more than one?

[bitt]

'Thank You! I know this sounds stupid, but how do I get on the ping list?'

I think you'll be all set, now...

GretchenM, please add Gewittermädchen. She seems to like it around here....

[Wolfstar]

Are you watching the dog show on Animal Planet?

Not now. I'm recording it for later. So Ron 'Pea' Reagan is back in his career niche now that the Dems don't have any more use for him. Tooo baaaad.

[CAluvdubya]

Hey, who are we to question genius?

Exactly! And it's never too early to start thinking about 08. I'm pushing Gore/Kerry starting tomorrow. BWAAAAA HAHAHA

[CAluvdubya]

Pure Country is the movie I'm watching. Don't know of any others, I guess.

[ride the whirlwind]

We gave this book to our college son at Christmas, at his request. He's read part of it and says it's good.

[Gewittermädchen]

GretchenM, please add Gewittermädchen. She seems to like it around here....

True, True...Thank You

[Wolfstar]

At least DiCaprio had the decency to go down with his ship.

LOL! Well, Jean Francois Kerrie didn't so much go down with his ship, as he took the ship down with him. A subtle difference, perhaps, but it's a French thing.

[snugs]

I am fine had a quiet days buying birthday presents for a friend and food shopping

[silent_jonny]

Pure Country is the movie I'm watching. Don't know of any others, I guess.

Ha! I was being sarcastic--I don't think he's made but just that one movie. I could be wrong, of course.

[Wolfstar]

he never stops, does he?

Oh, Jean Francois Kerrie may not stop, but he'll also never be president.

[Wolfstar]

High 60s and this week will be 71.

It was actually warm enough at mid-afternoon today that I had to put the air conditioner on in my car for awhile.

[silent_jonny]

but he'll also never be president.

Hillary will see to that, don't worry.

[Wolfstar]

Well, good night all. Time to feed my dogs and cat, then settle in to watch a good movie.

[CAluvdubya]

Ha! I was being sarcastic--

I'm a fish, again... hooked! he he

[kitkat]

***ALL CLEAR! That's all there is for tonight. I'll try to post some new photos of Miss Beazley and Barney tomorrow.***

Oh, YES, YES, YES! And thanks for today's Dose.

[snugs]

The best or worst one IMHO was that supposed duck hunt in Ohio. I just loved the VPs comments later in the day something along line of fellow sportsmen ones hobby/ sport something like that should never be a photo opportunity plus he also suggested that Kerry was no Duck hunter due to the fact he went and bought new camouflage gear for the hunt.

[snugs]

He is 64 on 30th January (Iraq election day).

So he is over 60 which was the average life expectancy in 1935.

[silent_jonny]

Good night and thanks for the dose.