Archive for November 15th, 2007
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Analysis: Clinton makes a recovery in Las Vegas debate
Sen. Hillary Clinton stepped into the ring Thursday in this city known for prize fights, successfully beating back an onslaught of punches thrown from the left and right as her opponents sought to rattle the front-runner seven weeks before the Iowa caucuses.
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Press Briefing Via Conference Call by Senior Administration Officials on IPCC Report
DR. HAYS: Welcome, everyone, from Valencia, Spain, where the hour is
late, as Kristin said. We are here to talk about the IPCC’s — and
that’s the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — Fourth
Assessment Report, which was finalized a little bit earlier this
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National Family Week, 2007
As families gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving, we underscore
the comforting and positive role they play in our society. During
National Family Week, we celebrate the contributions of families
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Just the Facts: Circuit Court Confirmation Delays by the Numbers
“Today I announced seven more outstanding judicial nominees for the
district and circuit courts. And I look forward to working with the
United States Senate to confirm these good men and women as soon as
possible. Unfortunately, the Senate has failed to act on many of my
other nominees. … This leads to what are called ‘judicial
emergencies’ – vacancies that cause justice to be degraded or
delayed.” – President George W. Bush, 11/15/07 -
President Bush Signs H.R. 2602 and S.J.Res. 7 into Law
On Friday, November 16, 2007, the President signed into law:
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National Farm-City Week, 2007
Our Nation’s agricultural industry contributes greatly to the strength
of our economy. During National Farm-City Week, we honor the hard work
and dedication of America’s farmers and ranchers and we highlight the
important urban and rural partnerships that help keep our country
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Nomination Sent to the Senate
Larry Woodrow Walther, of Arkansas, to be Director of the Trade and
Development Agency, vice Thelma J. Askey, resigned. -
Personnel Announcement
President George W. Bush today nominated one individual to serve in his Administration.
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Fact Sheet: U.S.-Japan Cooperation on Energy Security, Clean Development, and Climate Change
President George W. Bush of the United States of America and Prime
Minister Yasuo Fukuda of Japan met on November 16, 2007, in
Washington, D.C. The Two Leaders Reaffirmed That Japan And The United States Would Continue Close Cooperation And Coordination In Addressing Energy Security, Clean Development, And Climate Change -
President Bush to Welcome President Elias Antonio Tony Saca of El Salvador to the White House
President Bush will welcome President Elias Antonio Saca of the Republic of El Salvador to the White House on November 29, 2007. El Salvador is a strong ally of the United States and a firm partner in the War on Terror, including the contribution of nine rotations of troops as part of the international coalition supporting the Iraqi peoples efforts to build a free and peaceful Iraq. The President looks forward to discussing a range of issues with President Saca, including recent regional developments. President Bush also will consult with President Saca on the recent initiative to enhance security cooperation with Central America to combat organized crime, drug smuggling, and international terror.
