Archive for October 13th, 2008
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Borger: Dwindling savings make attacks on Obama less salient
The other day, when confronted by a confused, angry and scared supporter who called Barack Obama “an Arab,” among other things, you could see a glimpse of the old John McCain.
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McCain, Obama and the environment
When it comes to successful electioneering, Bill Clinton’s unofficial 1992 campaign mantra for the U.S. presidency, “It’s the economy, stupid” often holds true, but what about the environment?
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Biden, Clintons team up for Obama
Sen. Joe Biden teamed up with the Clintons on Sunday for a rally in his hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
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Obama opens 6-point lead on McCain (Reuters)
Reuters – Democrat Barack Obama has opened a 6-point lead over Republican John McCain one day before the White House rivals meet in their final debate, according to a Reuters/C-SPAN/Zogby poll released on Tuesday. -
President Bush Signs H.R. 1594, H.R. 2786, H.R. 6098, H.R. 7178, S. 906, S. 1276, and S. 2304 Into Law
On Tuesday, October 14, 2008, the President signed into law: H.R. 1594, H.R. 2786, H.R. 6098, H.R. 7178, S. 906, S. 1276, and S. 2304.
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Statement by the President on S. 3001, the “Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009″
Today I have signed into law S. 3001, the “Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009.” The Act authorizes funding for the defense of the United States and its interests abroad, for military construction, and for national security-related energy programs.
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Statement by the President on H.R. 928, the “Inspector General Reform Act of 2008″
Today I have signed into law H.R. 928, the “Inspector General Reform Act of 2008.” The Act amends various authorities related to Federal Inspectors General.
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President Bush to Welcome President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia
President Bush will welcome President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of the Republic of Liberia to the White House on October 22, 2008. The visit will provide an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss ongoing areas of U.S. – Liberian cooperation including efforts to reform Liberia’s security sector, combat malaria, and improve the quality of education. This meeting is also an opportunity for the President to reinforce the U.S. long-term commitment to assist Liberia in its reconstruction and stabilization efforts.
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President Bush Welcomes Stanley Cup Champion Detroit Red Wings to White House
President Bush on Tuesday said, “There is a sign over the door of the Red Wings locker at Joe Louis Arena that reads this: “To whom much is given, much is expected.” The Red Wings live up to those words — on the ice and off the ice. And so I congratulate the players, their wives/girlfriends, the coaches, all those who support the team. The unheralded heroes in the locker room that make sure the lives of these players is as comfortable as possible — the trainers, the laundry handlers, the equipment handlers. I congratulate you for achieving a dream that millions of kids dream about, including those in the room.”
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White Cane Safety Day, 2008
Compassion is one of our Nation’s defining values, and we must work to ensure that all Americans are able to participate fully in society. The white cane allows many of our citizens who are blind or visually impaired to enjoy increased mobility. On White Cane Safety Day, we celebrate the symbolism of the white cane and highlight the importance of ensuring that individuals who are blind or visually impaired can live independently and realize their full potential.
