Archive for September 12th, 2008
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Statement on Additional Federal Disaster Assistance for Texas
The President today made additional disaster assistance available to the State of Texas impacted by Hurricane Ike beginning on September 7, 2008, and continuing, by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for debris removal (Category A), including direct Federal assistance, under the Public Assistance program.
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Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for Louisiana
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Louisiana and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by Hurricane Ike beginning on September 11, 2008, and continuing.
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Statement on Federal Disaster Assistance for Alabama
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the State of Texas and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by Hurricane Ike beginning on September 7, 2008, and continuing.
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President’s Radio Address
In his weekly radio address President Bush said, “This week, Americans marked seven years since the terrorist attacks that shook our Nation on September 11, 2001. On that day, we witnessed unspeakable destruction perpetrated by evil men. But we also witnessed selfless acts of valor and compassion performed by courageous citizens. And we saw the strength of the American people as they rallied in defense of the Nation.”
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President Bush Discusses Hurricane Ike
President Bush on Saturday said, “Obviously, this is a huge storm that is causing a lot of damage not only in Texas, but also in parts of Louisiana. The storm has yet to pass, and I know there are people concerned about their lives. Some people didn’t evacuate when asked, and I’ve been briefed on the rescue teams there in the area. They’re prepared to move as soon as weather conditions permit. Obviously, people on the ground there are sensitive to helping people, and are fully prepared to do so.”
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Hearing for man in Obama `plot’ postponed (AP)
AP – A man who sparked fears of an assassination plot against Barack Obama missed a federal court hearing on a drug charge Friday because he’s in the Denver jail on another case. -
Obama’s Fundraising Machine Still Rolling as Campaign Stays Coy (Bloomberg)
Bloomberg – Sept. 13 (Bloomberg) — Barack Obama may be playing possum.
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President Bush Discusses Hurricane Ike – September 13, 2008
President Bush on Saturday said, “Obviously, this is a huge storm that is causing a lot of damage not only in Texas, but also in parts of Louisiana. The storm has yet to pass, and I know there are people concerned about their lives. Some people didn’t evacuate when asked, and I’ve been briefed on the rescue teams there in the area. They’re prepared to move as soon as weather conditions permit. Obviously, people on the ground there are sensitive to helping people, and are fully prepared to do so.”
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McCain barbs stir outcry as distortions
Sen. John McCain has drawn an avalanche of criticism this week from Democrats, independents and even some Republicans for stretching the truth in attacking Sen. Barack Obama. -
Whites lift McCain to slim lead over Obama in poll (AP)
AP – An overwhelming advantage in experience and lopsided support from working-class and suburban whites have lifted Republican John McCain to a slender lead over Barack Obama less than two months from Election Day, a poll on the presidential race said Friday.
