Archive for August 12th, 2007
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Roundtable Discussion with Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the President
MR. ROVE: Well, but look, every President plays a — even if they’re not running again, plays a big role in shaping the nature of the debate, the policy debate, which in turn has a big impact on politics. And you can bet, being as competitive as he is, that he’s going to use every lever he’s got command over, every power that he controls to continue to drive the policy debate right up to noon on January 20, 2009.
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Statement by the Press Secretary
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Roundtable Discussion with Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the President
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President Bush Welcomes French President Sarkozy to Walker’s Point – August 11, 2007
President Bush on Saturday said, “I expect to be with a friend. I’m looking forward to having him with my family. The best way we can do things — best way we send a good signal to President Sarkozy is invite here at the family house.”
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President Bush Visits Wounded Warriors and Re-Affirms Support for Dole-Shalala Commission Recommendations – August 13, 2007
President Bush on Monday said, “The commitment of this government is this: Anybody who is sent into harm’s way deserves the best possible care. We’re dedicated to this goal. If we find problems, we’ll solve the problems. For those who are providing the care, we thank you. For the soldiers who are receiving the care, we owe you the best. And for the families who stand by them, we thank you for your patience.”
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President Bush’s Remarks on Resignation of Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor Karl Rove – August 13, 2007
President Bush on Monday said, “Karl Rove is moving on down the road. I’ve been talking to Karl for a while about his desire to spend more time with Darby and Andrew. This is a family that has made enormous sacrifices not only for our beloved state of Texas, but for a country we both love.”
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Statement by the President After Visiting the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center
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Statement by the President and Karl Rove, Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor Upon Departure
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President Bush on the Passing of Merv Griffin
On Monday, President Bush said, “For over half a century, Merv Griffin entertained America. He was a man of innovation and energy who greeted challenges with laughter and determination. By following his passions and trusting his instincts, Merv became one of our Nation’s best-known and most respected entertainers. He introduced Americans to a generation of talent on his talk show, created two of the most successful game shows in history, and led a thriving hospitality business. Merv was also a generous leader who gave back to his community, donating millions of dollars to provide abused children with safe haven and brighter futures.
Laura and I are saddened by his death. His family is in our thoughts
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Executive Order: Amending the Order of Succession in the Department of Homeland Security
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the
laws of the United States of America, including the Federal Vacancies
Reform Act of 1998, 5 U.S.C. 3345, et seq., it is hereby ordered as
follows:
