Posted on 01/20/2004 4:01:54 PM PST by Hillary's Lovely Legs
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![]() President Bush will deliver the annual State of the Union this evening at 9:01pm (Eastern Time). The speech will be webcast live on the White House web site.
The President will discuss the extraordinary challenges our country has faced and the historic achievements we have made. Yet he will also stress that there.s much more for our country to do:
"America this evening is a Nation called to great responsibilities. And we are rising to meet them " "We have not come all this way through tragedy, and trial, and war only to falter and leave our work unfinished. Americans are rising to the tasks of history, and they expect the same of us." He will also remind the American people that we are a Nation still at war, and our government is meeting its responsibility to protect the American people: "Our greatest responsibility is the active defense of the American people. Twenty-eight months have passed since September 11, 2001 over two years without an attack on American soil and it is tempting to believe that the danger is behind us. That hope is understandable, comforting and false."
"...America is on the offensive against the terrorists..." "As part of the offensive against terror, we are also confronting the regimes that harbor and support terrorists, and could supply them with nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons " "...Because of American leadership and resolve, the world is changing for the better " He will discuss the progress were making in Afghanistan and Iraq, and renew our commitment to ensuring those countries are free and peaceful: "The men and women of Afghanistan are building a nation that is free, and proud, and fighting terror " "The work of building a new Iraq is hard, and it is right. And America has always been willing to do what it takes for what is right."
On priorities here at home, the President will discuss why hes optimistic about our growing economy, and call on Congress to take action that will help turn our economic recovery into a lasting recovery. He will call on them to help train Americans for the jobs of the 21st Century: "Americas growing economy is also a changing economy. As technology transforms the way almost every job is done, America becomes more productive, and workers need new skills We must respond by helping more Americans gain the skills to find good jobs in our new economy." President Bush will also discuss the importance of health care and the major cause for why Americans lack health insurance: the rising costs of health care. "On the critical issue of health care, our goal is to ensure that Americans can choose and afford private health care coverage that best fits their individual needs. To make insurance more affordable, Congress must act to address rapidly rising health care costs." Finally, the President will argue that in a time of great change in our country and world, the things that make our country strong should never change: "We are living in a time of great change Yet some things endure courage and compassion, reverence and integrity, respect for differences of faith and race. The values we try to live by never change. And they are instilled in us by fundamental institutions, such as families, and schools, and religious congregations. These institutions the unseen pillars of civilization must remain strong in America "
"All of us parents, schools, government must work together to counter the negative influence of the culture, and to send the right messages to our children."
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"The President shall from time to time give to Congress information of the State of the Union and recommend to their Consideration such measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient." Article II, Sec. 3, U.S. Constitution • History • State of the Union - 2003
Q1. What President delivered the first State of the Union Address?
George Washington
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January 20, 2004
Communications Director Dan Bartlett discussed this year's State of the Union.
January 19, 2004
Author/Historian Richard Norton Smith discussed the history of the State of the Union address.
I think the average "Bushbot" would be far more critical of the President if it weren't for that element, but it's very difficult to rationally discuss the pro's and con's of his guest worker program when you're constantly responding to the IT'S AMNESTY crowd.
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Naw Joe, you've been on the same trend for almost four years now. Nothing current about it.
You're entitled to your opinion. Will you do me the honor of allowing me to be entitled to mine?
They did about as well as the Republican.
A more relevent example of current Democratic wartime leadership would be Vietnam or Kosovo. Comparing contemporary Democrats to those of the WWII or WWI era is about as fitting as comparing them to Confederates.
Its a question of desire and resolve. Most Democrats have neither when it comes to fighting terrorism, to say nothing of potentially dire threats like North Korea or Iran. The very thought of Dean, Kerry or Clark trying to negotiate with Kim Jong Il makes me shudder.
Who is your leader, Laz? Other than FDR, as you've already proscribed.
Hey that's what FR is all about. Ya know some look through their live through rose colored glasses and some see it though a different set. Glass is full or not so full...Please don't confuse those who want a debate on the MEXICAN issue to those who don't contribute here.
I disagree that Vietnam was any more winnable under a Republican.
I disagree that Gulf War 1 & 2 (and Afghanistan) were any more loseable under a Democrat.
Why do you insist on consitently breaking the rules? I'm not going to defend bullies, but if others can't handle a few simple WORDS posted, then don't cry for me Argentina.
It doesn't seem to bother you since you are very outspoken and very rude...some would say a bully.
And now it's "poor women" who are intimidated? That's the most disrespectful thing I've ever heard in my life. Geez, tighten up your Depends.
c) None of the above.
Nobody will make me vote for a liberal, so y'all might as well stop.
Just me huh Jackson??
Lift your head and face the facts. Look at the polls, listen to the talk shows. Read these threads.
No Jackson, it's not just Joe. President Bush decided to throw high voltage cables into sea of chaos by suggesting amnesty for *millions* that have broken our laws.
Quit attacking people for speaking their minds. It's very distasteful.
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Curious, How many Mexicans are there in Minn. Don't get me wrong I'm married to a Mexican lady, but I would think that we here in calif have a few more than you guys in Minn
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