State of the Union Address LIVE THREAD 9:01pm EST.

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[Hillary's Lovely Legs]

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 we’re 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 he’s 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: "America’s 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."

"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 History Quiz • State of the Union - 2003 • State of the Union - 2002 Q1. What President delivered the first State of the Union Address?  George Washington  John Adams  Thomas Jefferson  James Madison  Franco Harris

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.

[Lazamataz]

I'll be happy to. The moment you choose to remove yourself from posting things that defend democrats. Even as far back as the past World Wars.

No, no matter what. I am asking you to refrain from posting to me. JimRob has backed such requests with force, because he understands forum operation is more important than a pissing match.

You've gone personal, very personal, rather than argue points. Therefore I see utterly no point in having any further exchange with you.

No matter what I post, please do not post to me further. Thank you in advance.

JR: I really don't want to get in another Texas_Dawg situation. Here's hoping a mere ping to you will make A.C.R. realize I really don't want this continue. There's plenty of other people A.C.R. can converse with.

[MJY1288]

Wait and see what comes out of Congress, and we will see who controls the immigration policy. Nothing has been done in 18 years and the easy thing to do is ignore the problem and leave the issue out there for speculation and future administrations that could be controlled by democrats if some here have their way. As Americans we have the civic duty to express our concerns to our elected Representatives and I hope you have already drafted your opinion for if and when the day comes this issue is actually debated in Congress in the form of a bill instead of an extension of some failed policy of the past.

All this back and forth trashing over this issue is for those enjoy spending hours upon hours debating the possibilities of something that hasn't even been drafted yet. Proposals are like wish lists, they're easy to argue about, but until an actual wish list is compiled, it's hard to have a rational argument about the criteria and implementation

[Salvation]

to the dims

Mess with the health care coverage for prescription costs

and it will

MEET MY VETO!!



GOTTA LOVE IT!

[Kryptonite]

I think that only Hillary Clinton could cause me to vote Bush. She's just too damned dangerous.

The rest of them would probably do reasonable in the WoT. Remember, Generals and Colonels don't change with Administrations (again, with the exception of Clinton e.g., Weasely Clerk).

Puhlleaze, Kerry, Edwards, Clark, McAwful et.al. wouldn't think any harder than Hitlery would about sacrificing the security of the rest of us if it meant they'd remain at the controls in the WOT. All it would take is one Ramsey Clark love-fest and flash, many of us are off to the great beyond. Voting Demonrat is exceptionally risky for any American who wants to see a child grow old.

[Salvation]

Work for all to help families!

[Salvation]

Wonderful comment about abstinence stopping STDs.

This man has values and ideals.

Take a stand on marriage!

God bless you, President Bush!

[Salvation]

Sanctity of Marriage!

[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

If a cover charge was implemented, we'd never see your liver spotted ass again.

You certainly have a way with words. : )

[Lazamataz]

We disagree except regards Clark, McAullife, and Hillary.

But these are all just peoples opinions. Hopefully you don't get as energetic and freaked as some other posters. :o)

[Johnny_Cipher]

Would somebody please explain to me how any of the following posts in this thread help us to "roll back decades of governmental largesse, (to) root out political fraud and corruption, and (to) champion causes which further conservatism in America?" Please use small words 'cause I'm dumb.

"It really gets the goat of some of FR's more phony PReepers"

"I've always thought a lot of poster on FR should tighten up on their taglines. Something such as "The Preceding Paid For By DNC" would be very appropriate."

"Yes Joe, you are fringe."

"Get your head out of your ass."

"More often than you change your Depends."

"Maybe you ought to go fight those Canadians you made such a splash about a few years ago."

"'Bots will not have their G-d questioned."

"You're chewing on your 'Depends' ... in between drinks. Go sober up."

"You are a pretender, and you've been a pretender. I'm sorry that you tried to worm your way into a good thread with good people."

"You contribute nothing. Ever. But, if I know you've paid thirty, you're worth at least 30."

"Libertarians are freeloaders. If a cover charge was implemented, we'd never see your liver spotted ass again. Nobody would weep."

"It's been fun watching you do the chicken tonight, but I want you to take it easy. Your gunna warp a gasket"

[Lazamataz]

Voting Demonrat is exceptionally risky for any American who wants to see a child grow old.

Oh, a quick note: I won't vote for a Democrat no matter what.

Regardless, by the way, of his official party designation.

I'm going to feel like poo tomorrow unless I tear myself away from this keyboard and get to bed!

[GOPyouth]

I missed the speech earlier b/c of class. I've enjoyed this speech. The President was very confident tonight.

[Lazamataz]

Would somebody please explain to me how any of the following posts in this thread help us to "roll back decades of governmental largesse, (to) root out political fraud and corruption, and (to) champion causes which further conservatism in America?" Please use small words 'cause I'm dumb.

Cuz folks get too upset. Cuz insults are easy. Cuz thinkin' is too hard. ;^)

Or to put it in the words of the immortal John Houseman: "Five minutes thought would have been sufficient to reason that out, but thought is irksome, and five minutes is a long time."

[Salvation]

That picture of Hillary looks like it is from the clones on Stepford Wives.

[Johnny_Cipher]

Asked and answered, and well done too. Thank you. We can just chalk the latter half of this thread up to Internet colic and leave it at that :)

[A Citizen Reporter]

OK, Laz. It's been noted that you've had to appeal to a higher authority to end the debate. Sweet dreams.

[A Navy Vet]

Without reading some 3000 replies, all I can say about the SOTU, is blah, blah blah, blah, blah...

Spent more time on the stupid marriage issue than the invasion of our borders and culture, and the unConstitutional Patriot Act.

That aside, guess I will have to hold my nose in 2004.

[tpaine]

You're chewing on your 'Depends' fufkin, in between drinks. Go sober up.

tpaine, that's your old standby.

No, it's the truth fufkin. You're a foul mouthed drunk, and everyone can see it.

Next we'll see fellow octagenarian harrowup swinging by to watch your back and insult me too.

Paranoia. - Pitiful.

You are exactly who I had in mind when I proposed the $30.00 cover charge. You contribute nothing. Ever. But, if I know you've paid thirty, you're worth at least 30.

How in hell do you know what I've given here arnie? Does JR discuss donations with you?

Libertarians are freeloaders. If a cover charge was implemented, we'd never see your liver spotted ass again. Nobody would weep.

Yada yada arnie.. Go suck an egg, take some aspirin, and sleep off your boozy rage..

[Fawnn]

'tis now saved for your use for the next FReepathon. ;)

[A Navy Vet]

The opposing opinion:

Pelosy's comments = Bush is wrong headed with his foreign policies. Major NOT!

Dashele = Gimme more...