Archive for December 20th, 2007
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Tancredo’s Single-Issue Victory
The Colorado Congressman had little support, but his hard-core immigration stance has changed the race
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Statement by the Press Secretary
Today, Andrew Natsios announced that he has resigned his position as
Presidential Special Envoy to Sudan. The President is grateful for
Andrew’s service to the Administration and for his dedication to the
cause of peace in Sudan. Since his appointment to this post in
September 2006, Andrew has undertaken frequent trips to the region and around the world to advance the President’s goal of ending the
violence in Darfur and ensuring the effective implementation of all
elements of Sudan’s Comprehensive Peace Agreement. He has served
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Statement by Deputy Press Secretary Tony Fratto on Elections in Thailand
The United States looks forward to elections to be held in Thailand on
December 23, 2007. The people of Thailand deserve free and fair
elections that will return a democratic government to office as soon
as possible. The United States eagerly awaits the return of democracy
to Thailand so that we may resume our close and abiding relationship
with this important ally. -
Statement by the Press Secretary on Bill Signings
On Friday, December 21, 2007, the President signed into law: H.J.Res. 72, H.R. 365, H.R. 710, H.R. 2408, H.R. 2671, H.R. 3703, H.R. 3739, S. 597, S. 888, S. 2371, S. 2484, and S.J.Res. 8.
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Presidential Message: Kwanzaa 2007
I send greetings to those observing Kwanzaa.
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Presidential Message to the Men and Women of the United States Armed Forces
On behalf of a grateful Nation, Laura and I send our best wishes for the holidays.
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To Implement An Amendment to the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement
1. On August 5, 2004, the United States entered into the Dominican
Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (the
“Agreement”) with Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador,
Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (the “Agreement countries”). The
Congress approved the Agreement in section 101(a) of the Dominican
Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement
Implementation Act (the “CAFTA DR Act”) (19 U.S.C. 4011). -
Presidential Message: Christmas 2007
During the Christmas season, our thoughts turn to the source of joy
and hope born in a humble manger on a holy night more than 2,000 years
ago. Each year, Christians everywhere celebrate this single life that
changed the world and continues to change hearts today. The simple and
inspiring story of the birth of Jesus fills our souls with gratitude
for the many blessings in our lives and promises that God’s purpose is
justice and His plan is peace. -
Giuliani leaves hospital after spending the night
Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani received a “clean bill of health” from doctors Thursday after he was admitted to a St. Louis hospital overnight for flu-like symptoms, said his communications director, Katie Levinson.
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Opponent of illegal immigration ends White House bid
Rep. Tom Tancredo abandoned his long-shot bid for the Republican presidential nomination Thursday and endorsed Mitt Romney’s candidacy, saying the Massachusetts Republican “can go the distance.”
