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A day in the life of President Bush (1/29/05) photos
WhiteHouse.gov; various news sources ^ | 1/29/05

Posted on 01/29/2005 12:34:59 PM PST by Wolfstar

PRESIDENTIAL NEWS OF THE DAY: The first family appears to be spending the weekend at the White House, where the President will monitor progress of the Iraqi elections tomorrow. Depending on events, it is possible he may speak with the media tomorrow.

Press Secretary Scott McClellan told the WH press corps: "My understanding is that the election will be basically taking place from about -- from around 11:00 p.m. Eastern time to 9:00 a.m. Eastern time on Sunday. And he'll receive updates as needed. And, obviously, he'll be paying close attention to it. I mean, I think most people expect the results are going to take a couple of weeks -- take a couple of weeks for the results to come in.

In his weekly radio address, the President said, "Tomorrow the world will witness a turning point in the history of Iraq, a milestone in the advance of freedom, and a crucial advance in the war on terror. The Iraqi people will make their way to polling centers across their nation. On the national ballot alone, voters will choose from nearly 19,000 candidates competing for seats in the Transitional National Assembly, in the country's 18 provincial councils, and in the Kurdistan National Assembly."

He went on to say, "This election is also important for America. Our nation has always been more secure when freedom is on the march. As hope and freedom spread, the appeal of terror and hate will fade. And there is not a democratic nation in our world that threatens the security of the United States. The best way to ensure the success of democracy is through the advance of democracy.

"Tomorrow's election will add to the momentum of democracy. One Iraqi, speaking about the upcoming vote, said, 'Now, most people feel they are living in darkness. It is time for us to come into the light.' Every Iraqi who casts his or her vote deserves the admiration of the world. And free people everywhere send their best wishes to the Iraqi people as they move further into the light of liberty."

PRESIDENTIAL CALENDAR: The week ahead. (Source, WH Press Secretary Scott McClellan's 1/28/05 press briefing.)

Monday, the President will go to the Department of Education and participate in a swearing-in ceremony for the new Secretary of Education. And then at the White House later that day, he'll participate in a photo opportunity and make remarks to the Detroit Pistons. That will be in the East Room.

Tuesday, the President will sign the Presidential Proclamation on National Heart Health Awareness Month in the Oval Office. This is an effort that Mrs. Bush has been very involved in.

Wednesday, the President will deliver the State of the Union address.

Thursday, the President will make remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington. Then he begins a two-day domestic trip. The President will participate in a conversation on Social Security reform starting in Fargo, North Dakota. Then he will go to Great Falls, Montana, and will stay overnight in Omaha, Nebraska.

Friday, the President will participate in a conversation on Social Security in Omaha, as well as Little Rock, Arkansas and Tampa, Florida, before returning to Washington.

PRESIDENTIAL CALENDAR: February. (Source, AP and various news reports)

President Bush plans to have dinner with French President Jacques Chirac during a European trip next month, beginning the first overseas trip of his second term.

"The president looks forward to working together with President Chirac and all our European allies to strengthen freedom, democracy and security throughout the world," Scott McClellan said Monday (1/24/05). McClellan said GWB and Chirac will have a working dinner on Feb. 21 in Brussels on the eve of a day of meetings with leaders of NATO and the European Union.

The President plans to stop in Germany, and will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on a stop in the Slovak Republic during his visit to Europe. The President will meet with the Slovak leaders in addition to Putin.

A Feb. 23 meeting in Mainz has been scheduled between GWB and German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder, according to several German media reports, which also stated that GWB might visit U.S. troops at nearby Wiesbaden Army Airfield. The German reports quoted regional and national officials. The White House previously had announced Bush’s plan to visit Germany following the Feb. 22 meetings in Brussels, Belgium, with NATO and European Union leaders. But two military spokespersons in Wiesbaden — Army Maj. Michael Indovina of the Wiesbaden-based 1st Armored Division and Donna Dean, public affairs officer for the 221st Base Support Battalion — both said they were unaware of any plan for the president to come there.

A State Department spokesman also said he did not know if Bush was coming to the Frankfurt area. "All the details are being worked out as far as we know," said Jeff Arnold, the assistant public affairs officer at the U.S. Consulate in Frankfurt. "We’re not going to say anything until the White House announces further details. We’re anxiously awaiting."

Schroeder was a vocal opponent of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq in March 2003. His country, however, has a large number of troops serving in the multinational security coalition in Afghanistan.

QUOTE OF THE DAY: This is actually a short exchange between the President and newly promoted Fox News Chief White House Correspondent, Carl Cameron. Our presidential imp poked a little gentle fun at Carl as a way of welcoming him to the WH press corps.

THE PRESIDENT: Carl, welcome to the beat. Is everybody thrilled Carl is here?

A: Yes. (Laughter.)

Carl Cameron: Thanks, very much.

THE PRESIDENT: Please express a little more enthusiasm for him. (Laughter.)

Cameron: A question on Social Security, if we may, sir. There has been, as you move forward to making your plan -- your ultimate proposal, growing concern among Republicans on Capitol Hill. We had Chairman Thomas last week with some concern about the process, and Senator Olympia Snowe on the other side suggesting that she's concerned about an absentee guaranteed benefit -- excuse me. Are you prepared today to say that those who opt into a potential private account -- personal account could, in fact, have a guaranteed benefit, as well? And what do you say to Republicans who are beginning to worry?

THE PRESIDENT: I am looking forward to working with both Republicans and Democrats to advance a plan that will permanently solve Social Security.

There is -- I met yesterday with members of the United States Senate, I'm meeting today with members of the House of Representatives to discuss the need to work together to get a -- a solution that will fix the problem. And here's the problem: the -- as dictated by just math, there is -- the system will be in the red in 13 years, and in 2042 the system will be broke. That's because people are living longer, and the number of people paying into the Social Security trust is dwindling. And so, therefore, if you have a child -- how old is your child, Carl?

Cameron: Fourteen years old.

THE PRESIDENT: Yes, 14. Well, if she were --

Cameron: He, sir.

THE PRESIDENT: He, excuse me. (Laughter.) I should have done the background check. (Laughter.)


TOPICS: Foreign Affairs; Front Page News; News/Current Events; Politics/Elections; War on Terror
KEYWORDS: barney; bush; bushbabes; bushbots; chirac; europe; europeanunion; france; georgew; germany; iraq; iraqielection; jenna; nato; poland; president; schroeder; vicepresident
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To: Wolfstar
Sounds similar to what has happened of recent times to our MPs Wolfstar.

Historically MPs were captains of industries or from wealthy families who wanted to put something back into the country that had served them well. However nowadays we have so many career politicians who do nothing for their own constituents or the country in general. Ours are elected for the duration of the Government normally 4 or 5 years.
201 posted on 01/29/2005 4:38:03 PM PST by snugs (An English Cheney Chick - BIG TIME)
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To: Wolfstar

See the Whitehouse Website that confirms that India's nickname is Willie


202 posted on 01/29/2005 4:38:51 PM PST by snugs (An English Cheney Chick - BIG TIME)
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To: Wolfstar

Good history lesson--thanks! YOu do a good job of explaining things in an easy-to-understand way.


203 posted on 01/29/2005 4:39:07 PM PST by homemom ("It is better to trust in the Rock of ages than to know the age of the rocks." William J Bryan)
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To: snugs

Well there goes my theory . . . sorry about your nan. That must have been very hard for you and the whole family.


204 posted on 01/29/2005 4:40:11 PM PST by homemom ("It is better to trust in the Rock of ages than to know the age of the rocks." William J Bryan)
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To: Wolfstar

Great, great pictures! GW is wonderful, of course, and Barney is the bee's knees.


205 posted on 01/29/2005 4:41:58 PM PST by hershey
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To: All

Shep Smith on FOX news now going thru one of Saddam's palaces . . .


206 posted on 01/29/2005 4:42:08 PM PST by homemom ("It is better to trust in the Rock of ages than to know the age of the rocks." William J Bryan)
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To: Wolfstar

Willie, a.k.a. India, is beautiful, too. Looks like our black cat.


207 posted on 01/29/2005 4:43:29 PM PST by hershey
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To: Wolfstar
There are of course some career politicians that are excellent and serve their local communities and the country loyally and wisely. Your Vice President IMHO is one of those exceptions. I realise of course that for a while he was in the private sector but I have always felt that his true vocation and home is politics.
208 posted on 01/29/2005 4:44:47 PM PST by snugs (An English Cheney Chick - BIG TIME)
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To: snugs

One naval officer dead, one contractor...that's all I know.


209 posted on 01/29/2005 4:45:00 PM PST by hershey
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To: GretchenM

Indeed, God bless this man and keep him and all Ukraine safe.


210 posted on 01/29/2005 4:46:39 PM PST by hershey
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To: jtill

That is one amazing picture...the Korean War Monument. Ghostly.


211 posted on 01/29/2005 4:48:41 PM PST by hershey
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To: homemom
It was very hard on us we had her at home until she died and mum spent most of her time with her as if you left her in a room on her own for even 30 seconds she would scream out in fear.

I often wonder if the fact that mum looked after her so much has contributed to her suffering in this way because for about a year she actually slept in the same bed as nan with nan scratching and pinching her all night.
212 posted on 01/29/2005 4:48:58 PM PST by snugs (An English Cheney Chick - BIG TIME)
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To: Wolfstar

You described it so well: those cold, miserable killing fields of Korea from over 50 years ago. US soldiers were there for freedom's sake, as we are in Iraq.


213 posted on 01/29/2005 4:51:09 PM PST by hershey
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To: Wolfstar

I love the captions to the Barney photos!


214 posted on 01/29/2005 4:56:13 PM PST by Merlinator
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To: patriciaruth
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Perfect Psalm and verse for the Iraqi situation right now.

MUCH prayer needs to go up for the safety of our brave troops, the brave Iraqi troops, and the courageous Iraqi people who will begin voting in a few hours.

God bless and protect them!

215 posted on 01/29/2005 4:59:29 PM PST by ohioWfan (Have you PRAYED for your President today?)
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To: Wolfstar
I wonder if he takes regular or decaf?


216 posted on 01/29/2005 5:04:41 PM PST by WestCoastGal (Daytona 500 ~~ 21 more days!!! 14 days to the Shootout ~~ WooHoo)
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To: bitt

Thanks for posting that, I have not seen that one either.


217 posted on 01/29/2005 5:12:00 PM PST by WestCoastGal (Daytona 500 ~~ 21 more days!!! 14 days to the Shootout ~~ WooHoo)
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To: WestCoastGal

How adorable! I want to try that new Starbuck's hot chocolate. 400+ calories for only 6 ounces... it must be out of this world!


218 posted on 01/29/2005 5:13:12 PM PST by Nataku X (You've heard, "Be more like Jesus." But have you ever heard, "Be more like Mohammad"?)
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To: ohioWfan; All
Phancy has just sent me an email to say that 0800am on 30th January, 2005 Iraqi time soldiers across the
theatre of operations in the Middle East will have joint prayer sessions for God's help with the elections.

That is midnight 30th January, 2005 Eastern Standard Time, the east coast is eight hours behind Iraq.

Phancy is asking all who can to join in at this time. It will be 5.00am in the UK I will set my alarm and hope I wake up.
219 posted on 01/29/2005 5:18:13 PM PST by snugs (An English Cheney Chick - BIG TIME)
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To: WestCoastGal

I am sure like the Vice President that he drinks decaf only LOL


220 posted on 01/29/2005 5:19:26 PM PST by snugs (An English Cheney Chick - BIG TIME)
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