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White House Briefing w/ Scott Stanzel, 18 Jul 2008
Sunday, 20 July 2008, 5:22 am | The White House
"The President has always believed that we don't want American troops in Iraq one day longer than they're needed. So reaching a point where we can have fruitful discussions with leaders in Iraq about these aspirational goals is where we want to be." More >>
President Bush's Radio Address - July 19, 2008
Sunday, 20 July 2008, 5:05 am | The White House
"Short term, America's economy will continue to depend on oil, but in the long term our economic future depends on promoting alternative energy technologies. So my Administration has worked to expand the use of alternative fuels." - Pres. Bush. More >>
President Bush On Nelson Mandela’s 90th Birthday
Saturday, 19 July 2008, 1:44 pm | The White House
"On behalf of the people of the United States, Laura and I extend congratulations to Nelson Mandela on his 90th birthday. I applaud the leadership he is providing on many vital causes in South Africa and around the world." - President Bush. More >>
Bush Participates in Tour of California Wildfires
Saturday, 19 July 2008, 8:45 am | The White House
"We had the privilege of going and meeting some of the smoke jumpers. These are unusual people who are very courageous, determined and dedicated. And I had this special sense when I was with them, the espirit de corps and I want to thank them." - Bush. More >>
Press Conference by President Bush, July 15, 2008
Wednesday, 16 July 2008, 7:19 am | The White House
"The bottom line is this: We're going through a tough time, but our economy has continued growing, consumers are spending, businesses are investing, exports continue increasing, and American productivity remains strong." - President George W. Bush. More >>
Bush Discusses Outer Continental Shelf Exploration
Tuesday, 15 July 2008, 8:28 am | The White House
President Bush on Monday said, "The time for action is now. Today, I've taken every step within my power to allow offshore exploration of the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). All that remains is for the Democratic leaders in Congress to allow a vote." More >>
White House: Pres. Bush To Lift Executive OCS Ban
Tuesday, 15 July 2008, 7:18 am | The White House
"President Bush will announce he is going to lift the executive prohibition on the Outer Continental Shelf that would allow for increased domestic oil exploration and production if Congress also lifts its ban." - Press Briefing by Dana Perino. More >>
Bush: 10th Anniversary Int'l Religious Freedom Act
Tuesday, 15 July 2008, 5:51 am | The White House
"This legislation that we commemorate today builds on a tradition that defined our nation. After all, when the Founding Fathers adopted the Bill of Rights, the very first liberty they enshrined was the freedom of religion." - President Bush. More >>
Bush On Fuel, Freddie Mac & Fannie Mae, Tax Relief
Monday, 14 July 2008, 7:15 am | The White House
"One way to deal with supply problems is to increase supply here in America. We just went through a briefing from Sec. Bodman & Sec. Kempthorne about the vast potential of crude oil reserves on offshore lands, as well as Alaska." - Pres. Bush. More >>
President Bush's Radio Address - 12 July 2008
Sunday, 13 July 2008, 6:49 am | The White House
"Time is running out before Congress leaves for its summer recess. For the sake of our economy and American consumers, Congress must move quickly to expand exploration of the OCS so we can tap into these vast oil resources as soon as possible." - Bush. More >>
Former Bush Spokesman Tony Snow Dies Of Cancer
Sunday, 13 July 2008, 1:28 am | The White House
"America has lost a devoted public servant... and a man of character... Tony was one of our Nation's finest writers and commentators. He was a gifted speechwriter ... He brought wit, grace, and a great love of country to his work." - Pres. Bush. More >>
Kosovo's President & PM To Visit Bush White House
Saturday, 12 July 2008, 7:35 am | The White House
The President will welcome President Fatmir Sejdiu and Prime Minister Hashim Thaci of the Republic of Kosovo to the White House on July 21, 2008. The President looks forward to meeting with President Sejdiu and Prime Minister Thaci. More >>
Bush, Other G8 Leaders Meet African Nations Group
Tuesday, 8 July 2008, 9:53 am | The White House
Today the President and other G8 leaders met with reps of African nations: Senegal and Ghana, South Africa, Tanzania, Nigeria, Algeria, Ethiopia, and the chair of the African Union. They discussed global issues, health, food, trade and investment. More >>
Pres. Bush & President Kikwete of Tanzania At G8
Tuesday, 8 July 2008, 6:27 am | The White House
"You see differently, but for us in Africa we see differently. But I think again, there is still room for us for discussions. We are saying no party can govern alone in Zimbabwe, and therefore the parties have to work together." -- President Kikwete. More >>
Bush Meets With Medvedev Of Russia At G8 Summit
Tuesday, 8 July 2008, 6:11 am | The White House
"My judgment is that when he [Medvedev] tells you something he means it, and that's going to be good for the world leaders to have somebody that -- you may not agree with what he tells you, but at least you know it's what he believes." - Pres. Bush. More >>
President Bush With Prime Minister Fukuda of Japan
Monday, 7 July 2008, 6:53 am | The White House
"One thing is for certain, is that North Korea did provide a declaration of its plutonium-related activities and did blow up the cooling tower of its reactor at Yongbyon. That's been verified, and that also is a positive step. But there are more steps to be taken." More >>
President Bush's Radio Address - 5 July 2008
Sunday, 6 July 2008, 8:52 am | The White House
"Freedom has required brave defenders, and every generation of Americans has produced them. From the soldiers who fought for independence at Bunker Hill and Yorktown, to the Americans who broke the chains of slavery, liberated Europe and Asia." - Bush. More >>
Bush Speech At Independence Day Celebration, 2008
Saturday, 5 July 2008, 9:57 am | The White House
President Bush said, "We must remember that the desire for freedom burns inside every man and woman and child. More than two centuries ago, this desire of freedom... inspired the subjects of a mighty empire to declare themselves free & independent." More >>
Hostage Rescue: Bush Congratulates Colombian Pres.
Saturday, 5 July 2008, 9:51 am | The White House
"President Uribe of Colombia called to give me the good news that hostages had been rescued, including 3 Americans that had been held since 2003. I congratulated the President. I asked him to congratulate his military and those who had planned it." More >>
Press Briefing: Bush's G8 Summit 2008 Japan Trip
Thursday, 3 July 2008, 7:12 pm | The White House
This will be the President's 4th visit to Japan since taking office, and his second meeting with PM Fukuda since he assumed the office last September. After arriving in Japan on Sunday, July 6th, the President will have a meeting with PM Fukuda. More >>
