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A Day in The Life of President Bush...03-06-08..photos and news
www.yahoo.com/news www.whitehouse.gov/news www.defenselink.mil/PhotoEss ^ | 6th March f2007 | Snugs

Posted on 03/06/2008 7:04:15 PM PST by snugs

The President today met with World War I Veteran Corporal Frank Woodruff Buckles in the Oval Office.

He slso attended a commemoration to the Fifth Anniversary of U.S. Department of Homeland Security at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C.

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Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice attended NATO foreign ministers meeting in Brussels.

Defense Secretary Robert Gates hosts the unveiling of WWI veteran Frank Buckles' portrait during a dedication ceremony at the Pentagon

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TOPICS: Foreign Affairs; Front Page News; Government; War on Terror
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QUOTE OF THE DAY
President Bush Commemorates Fifth Anniversary of U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Constitution Hall Washington, D.C.

THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Thanks for the warm welcome. Mr. Secretary, thank you for your kind introduction, and I appreciate your outstanding leadership for this department. I'm really pleased to join you on the fifth anniversary of the creation of the department of Homeland Security. Man, does time fly. (Laughter.)

When this department was established following the September the 11th terrorist attacks, it was hard to imagine that we would reach this milestone without another attack on our homeland. For those of you who were here five years ago, you think back to that time -- I don't think we would have predicted that five years later there had not been another attack on us. (Applause.) And it's your vigilance and your hard work that have helped keep this country safe. And so I want to thank you. I hope you take enormous pride in the accomplishments of this department. And I hope you know the American people is grateful for your service. And so am I. (Applause.)

On this anniversary, we must also remember that the danger to our country has not passed. Since the attacks of 9/11, the terrorists have tried to strike our homeland again and again. We've disrupted numerous planned attacks -- including a plot to fly an airplane into the tallest building on the West Coast, and another to blow up passenger jets headed for America across the Atlantic Ocean. The lesson of this experience is clear. It's clear to me, and I know it is clear to you: The enemy remains active, deadly in its intent -- and in the face of this danger, the United States must never let down its guard. (Applause.)

I thank Tom Ridge for being the first Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, and it's good to see him again. (Applause.) I want to welcome the members of my Cabinet who've joined us, the leadership team at the department. I appreciate the fact that a fine United States Senator and a great patriot has joined us today, Senator Joe Lieberman. (Applause.)

I appreciate the members of the Diplomatic Corps who've joined us. I appreciate the former DHS employees who are here. I appreciate all the current DHS employees for serving our country. And I want you to thank your families for the sacrifices you're making. (Applause.) And I appreciate the Homeland Security partners from across the country who've joined us for this fifth anniversary.

The events of September the 11th, 2001 demonstrated the threats of a new era. I say "new" because we found that oceans which separate us from separate -- different continents no longer separate us from danger. We saw the cruelty of the terrorists and extremists, and we glimpsed the future they intend for us. In other words, there's some serious lessons on September the 11th that it's important for all Americans to remember. Two years ago, Osama bin Laden warned the American people: "Operations are under preparation, and you will see them on your own ground once they are finished." All of us, particularly those charged with protecting the American people, need to take the words of this enemy very seriously. And I know you do.

Click here for transcript of the rest of the speech.






PHOTO OF THE DAY

President Bush greets an unidentified Homeland Security Department employee on stage after he spoke during a ceremony commemorating the fifth anniversary of the Homeland Security Department, Thursday, March 6, 2008, in Washington.

1 posted on 03/06/2008 7:04:16 PM PST by snugs
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To: snugs

hola


2 posted on 03/06/2008 7:04:45 PM PST by shiva
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To: 1Peter2:16; 2Jedismom; 2Trievers; 4mycountry; A_perfect_lady; admiralsn; Alberta's Child; ...
DOSE GOING UP PLEASE WAIT FOR THE ALL CLEAR BEFORE POSTING OR REPOSTING ANY PHOTOS OR GRAPHICS
3 posted on 03/06/2008 7:07:59 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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To: snugs

Hi and thanks for the ping


4 posted on 03/06/2008 7:09:12 PM PST by Kaslin (Peace is the aftermath of victory)
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To: shiva

Toaster winner congratulations - I will doing all outstanding toasters in the next few days - apologies for delay but I have been very tied up at home with the mess and hassel of workmen in repairing the storm damage.

Thankfully the cost has been covered by insurance except a small excess and a small charge to repair part of the wall in the bath room.


5 posted on 03/06/2008 7:09:56 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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To: shiva
Hi and


6 posted on 03/06/2008 7:10:33 PM PST by Kaslin (Peace is the aftermath of victory)
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President Bush meets with World War I veteran Army Cpl. Frank Woodruff Buckles, 107, from Charles Town, W.Va.,Thursday, March 6, 2008, in the Oval Office


7 posted on 03/06/2008 7:10:56 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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President George W. Bush welcomes Cpl. Frank Woodruff Buckles, the last known surviving American-born WWI veteran, to the Oval Office Thursday, March 6, 2008. The President told the 107-year-old, "...One way for me to honor the service of those who wear the uniform in the past and those who wear it today is to herald you, sir, and to thank you very much for your patriotism and your love for America." White House photo by Eric Draper


President George W. Bush visits with Cpl. Frank Woodruff Buckles in the Oval Office, Thursday, March 6, 2008. Said the President, "Sitting next to me is Mr. Frank Buckles, 107-years-young, and he is the last living Doughboy from World War I. And it has been my high honor to welcome Mr. Buckles, and his daughter, Susannah, here to the Oval Office." White House photo by Eric Draper

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8 posted on 03/06/2008 7:11:26 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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What an adorable Photo of the Day!!


9 posted on 03/06/2008 7:11:27 PM PST by luvie (“Life is a precious gift from God, and we should embrace it.” \:D/)
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President George W. Bush (L) is introduced by Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff during a celebration of the 5th anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security at the DAR-Constitution Hall in Washington, March 6, 2008.

10 posted on 03/06/2008 7:12:16 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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President Bush, left, is applauded by the Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff, right, Thursday, March 6, 2008, during the commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security in Washington.


President George W. Bush acknowledges the audience as he's introduced by Secretary Michael Chertoff at Constitution Hall during a ceremony Thursday, March 6, 2008, to mark the 5th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. White House photo by Chris Greenberg


President George W. Bush (L) celebrates the 5th anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security next to Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff (2nd R) and former Secretary of Homeland Security Tom Ridge (R) at the DAR-Constitution Hall in Washington, March 6, 2008

11 posted on 03/06/2008 7:12:51 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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Oh, Snugs!

I didn’t know you had storm damage! I am so sorry, but thankful
that your insurance covered most of it.

We’re not worried about the toasters. Just glad you are here!

.....and....THANKS!!


12 posted on 03/06/2008 7:13:23 PM PST by luvie (“Life is a precious gift from God, and we should embrace it.” \:D/)
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President Bush, right, addresses Homeland Security Department employees in Washington, Thursday, March 6, 2008, during a ceremony commemorating the fifth anniversary of the department.


President George W. Bush delivers remarks Thursday, March 6, 2008, during the commemoration of the 5th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The President told his audience, "...It's your vigilance and your hard work that have helped keep this country safe. And so I want to thank you." White House photo by Chris Greenberg


President George W. Bush addresses the audience at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., Thursday, March 6, 2008, during a commemoration of the 5th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. White House photo by Chris Greenberg


President George W. Bush delivers remarks during a commemoration Thursday, March 6, 2008, of the 5th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Joining him on stage at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., are Secretary Michael Chertoff, left, of the Department of Homeland Security, and former Secretary of DHS Tom Ridge. White House photo by Chris Greenberg

13 posted on 03/06/2008 7:13:50 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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President George W. Bush (L) shakes hands with Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff after he delivered remarks to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Washington, March 6, 2008.
14 posted on 03/06/2008 7:15:06 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice arrives for a NATO foreign ministers meeting in Brussels, Thursday March 6, 2008. NATO foreign ministers meet Thursday to discuss plans to offer membership to three Balkan nations and closer ties to others in an effort to promote stability in the region in the wake of Kosovo's declaration of independence.


Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, right, talks with Britain's counterpart David Miliband at the NATO foreign minister meeting in Brussels, Thursday March 6, 2008.

15 posted on 03/06/2008 7:16:16 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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SNUGS!

Thanks for taking the time out from the repairs on the house to put on the Dose. (And, yes, having workmen around the house is exhausting.)


16 posted on 03/06/2008 7:16:19 PM PST by kitkat
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To: LUV W

It is a great one it just jumped out as the photo of the day


17 posted on 03/06/2008 7:17:51 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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To: Kaslin
Hi and


18 posted on 03/06/2008 7:18:16 PM PST by shiva
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To: snugs

Thank you for being such a great President, President Bush!


19 posted on 03/06/2008 7:19:42 PM PST by yldstrk (My heros have always been cowboys--Reagan and Bush)
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To: LUV W
It was a couple of weeks before Christmas but I had trouble getting someone to quote for the roof repair in the end I had to go back to the insurance company and get them to nominate someone.

It was very quick after that and within 10 days the quote, approval and roof repairs were done but now is the painful bit doing the repairs inside, there is dust everywhere, the bathroom is being completely done as is the middle bedroom and the hallway, stairwell and entrance hall are being re-papered. This is a bonus the re-papering in the hall way etc as this is a very long drop and would cost a fortune to get someone in to do it and it did need doing.

20 posted on 03/06/2008 7:20:59 PM PST by snugs ((An English Cheney Chick - Big Time))
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