THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all for coming, please be seated. Thank you. Welcome to the White House. Looks like we have a distinguished crowd here today. Most of you are renowned scholars, intellectuals, and writers. You've earned reputations for expressing man's noblest deeds and thoughts in pristine, eloquent English. Just like me. (Laughter.)
Justice, thanks for coming. Appreciate you being here. I thank members of the Cabinet who have joined us; Ambassador, glad you're here.
I want to say a word about Bruce Cole. Bruce is an accomplished art historian, a good man, and he's been a great Chairman of the National Endowment of the Humanities. (Applause.)
Bruce understands what all of you understand: At their best, the arts and humanities express the ideals that define our nation. The United States is a country defined not by bloodline, race, or creed, but by our character and convictions. We are united by an unyielding principle, and that is, all men are created equal. We firmly believe that each man and woman has the right to make the most of their God-given talents. And we believe that all are endowed with the divine gift of freedom.
These ideals have sustained us throughout the centuries, and as a new generation is called to defend the principles of our democracy, they must understand why these principles are worthy of effort and sacrifice.
The National Endowment for the Humanities is at the forefront of this vital educational mission. One way the Endowment fulfills this mission is through the "We the People" program -- which we established in 2002 to address gaps in our children's knowledge of history and civics.
In just five years, the program has awarded nearly 1,400 grants to projects that preserve historical sites, documents, and artifacts -- and train future historians. In partnership with the American Library Association, "We the People" has produced an annual "bookshelf" on enduring American themes such as "Courage" and "Freedom." More than 6,000 sets of these books have been provided to schools and public libraries across the country.
"We the People" teacher workshops have allowed thousands of educators to discover American history in the places where history was made: Ellis Island or the waters of Pearl Harbor. The Initiative's National Digital Newspaper Program is making millions of pages of historic American newspapers accessible online. Countless students and teachers and historians will benefit from these important first drafts of history.
In all these ways, "We the People" does an outstanding job of passing America's rich heritage on to future generations. Today I'm pleased to unveil a new project under this program -- the "Picturing America" Initiative. This Initiative will educate children about the great people and places and moments in our history using American art and masterpieces that depict them.
It's much better for us to hear about educational programs from someone who's probably more qualified than me -- (laughter) -- like a former teacher or a librarian. (Laughter.) And so it's my honor to welcome Laura, the First Lady. (Applause.)
MRS. BUSH: Thank you all, thanks so much. Thank you everyone. Thank you all. This is a very distinguished crowd I see as I look out. I have some -- a few acknowledgments, and I'm probably going to leave someone out because there are so many great people who have joined us here. Justice Scalia, thank you so much. Thank you all for being here with us. Chairman Cole, the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities, who is -- had the whole idea of this "Picturing America." The members of Congress that have joined us here -- Secretary Kempthorne, Secretary Spellings; other members of the administration who have joined us.
Students, teachers, scholars, and distinguished guests, welcome to the White House for the official launch of "Picturing America." Welcome also to a special guest of the NEH, the Ambassador from Italy, Ambassador Castellaneta. Thank you so much for joining us as well.
I also want to thank all of the partners who are collaborating on this important project with the National Endowment for the Humanities: the Institute of Museum and Library Services -- and Anne Radice is here, who is the Chairman of the Institute; the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Head Start; the National Park Service -- Mary Bomar, the Chairman of the National Park Service is here; and the American Library Association.
Today the East Room is filled with life and activity, as is often the case at the White House. But there are times, believe it or not, when the East Room is quiet, and George has the place to himself. George Washington, that is. (Laughter.)
This striking image of the Father or Our Country is a Gilbert Stuart portrait made in 1797. This painting is one of several versions that Gilbert Stuart painted. And the first version of this portrait was a gift for a member of the British Parliament who supported American independence. That version, called the Lansdowne portrait, is now part of the collection at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery.
This painting, the painting that's been here in the White House, was the famous one rescued by Dolley Madison during the war of 1812, just before the British troops set fire to the White House. Thanks to Dolley Madison, this portrait of George Washington has remained a permanent part of the White House collection, and an important part of American history, for nearly 200 years.
And now this portrait will take on another role in the life of our country -- as one of 40 iconic images in the "Picturing America" collection.
"Picturing America" is a National Endowment for the Humanities initiative, a part of "We the People," and an example of partners working across agencies and disciplines to bring the American experience to life in classrooms and libraries around our country.
Thousands of schools, and millions of people, will have the chance to view this collection in their own communities. Schools and community libraries that apply now -- between now and April 15, 2008, will receive this collection. Today we invite all schools and libraries to apply for this collection -- and that means public, private, parochial and charter schools, home school consortia, and community libraries.
The collection is made up of images that capture important moments in American life, and present them through painting, sculpture, photography, architecture, and decorative arts.
The collection is accompanied by an in-depth teaching guide, which shows educators and librarians how to use these works within the context of their core subjects, including history, literature, math, and science.
A comprehensive website that anyone can visit and see the images and share the experience was just launched. The website address is www.PicturingAmerica.NEH.gov -- that's g-o-v.
The goal is to share the American experience with a wide audience -- children and adults from our largest cities to our most rural communities.
Already more than 1,500 schools and libraries in all 50 states have received the materials as part of a 2007 pilot project. Educators have long known the value of dynamic, interactive learning environments, and they love these bright, high-quality teaching tools.
Rose Cory, a teacher in Schaumberg, Illinois, said, "We're overwhelmed with how the size of the pictures conveys so much more information than one can get from a reproduction in a book."
Some of the selections are on display in the Grand Foyer, and we'll also see examples in the video and in Chairman Cole's presentation. The vivid reproductions bring words and ideas to life. Everyone will love examining these scenes, which stretch from the early Republic to modern America.
Now it's my pleasure to introduce our next speaker: Dr. Bruce Cole, the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and our great friend. Thank you very much, Dr. Cole. Come on up. (Applause.)
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MRS. BUSH: Thank you very much, Bruce. Thank you so much. I can tell -- I mean, I think this would be really, really fun to teach. As a teacher myself, I'd love to have this set in my classroom. And thank you very much, Bruce. Thank you to the National Endowment for the Humanities for the whole "We the People" program, which has been so terrific, and this is a great addition to it.
And I want to thank all the partners as well that have worked with the National Endowment for the Humanities, for making "Picturing America" possible for so many schools and community libraries around our country.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
President Bush Meets with Cabinet, Discusses Budget
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all for coming. I just met with my Cabinet, where we discussed a lot of issues. And one issue we discussed is the budget. I submitted the budget today to Congress -- it's on a laptop notebook, an e-budget. It saves paper, saves trees, saves money. I think it's the first budget submitted electronically.
And it's a good budget. It's a budget that achieves some important objectives. One, it understands our top priority is to defend our country, so we fund our military, as well as fund the homeland security.
Secondly, the budget keeps our economy growing. It's central that we make sure that we deal with the uncertainties -- the economic uncertainties we face. And that's why we're working hard with the House and the Senate to get a growth package out quickly that will put money in the hands of consumers and provide incentives to small businesses and large businesses to invest.
Thirdly, we recognize that in order for this economy to grow, it's important to make the tax relief permanent. And that's what this budget reflects. It's a budget that boosts money for education and health and housing. It helps deal with the issue of making the tax code more fair for individuals who want to buy health insurance in the individual market.
This budget is one that keeps spending under control; discretionary spending is held to less than 1 percent. It eliminates 151 wasteful or bloated programs, saving the taxpayers $18 billion. It also takes a hard look at entitlement growth over the next five years, and provides specific recommendations to save $208 billion over those five years. At the same time, the budget achieves balance by 2012.
This is a good, solid budget. It's not only an innovative budget, in that it's coming to Congress over the Internet, it's a budget that's balanced -- gets to balance in 2012 and saves taxpayers money.
You know, in my State of the Union I said to the Congress that there's a lot of talk about entitlement spending. Once again, we've proposed specific reforms and specific measures. And Congress needs to come up with its own ideas. And Congress needs to respond to these looming deficits as a result of unfunded liabilities inherent in Social Security and Medicare. Our budget does that. Our budget protects America and it encourages economic growth. Congress needs to pass it.
And it's a good budget. It's a budget that achieves some important objectives. One, it understands our top priority is to defend our country, so we fund our military, as well as fund the homeland security.
Secondly, the budget keeps our economy growing. It's central that we make sure that we deal with the uncertainties -- the economic uncertainties we face. And that's why we're working hard with the House and the Senate to get a growth package out quickly that will put money in the hands of consumers and provide incentives to small businesses and large businesses to invest.
Thirdly, we recognize that in order for this economy to grow, it's important to make the tax relief permanent. And that's what this budget reflects. It's a budget that boosts money for education and health and housing. It helps deal with the issue of making the tax code more fair for individuals who want to buy health insurance in the individual market.
This budget is one that keeps spending under control; discretionary spending is held to less than 1 percent. It eliminates 151 wasteful or bloated programs, saving the taxpayers $18 billion. It also takes a hard look at entitlement growth over the next five years, and provides specific recommendations to save $208 billion over those five years. At the same time, the budget achieves balance by 2012.
This is a good, solid budget. It's not only an innovative budget, in that it's coming to Congress over the Internet, it's a budget that's balanced -- gets to balance in 2012 and saves taxpayers money.
You know, in my State of the Union I said to the Congress that there's a lot of talk about entitlement spending. Once again, we've proposed specific reforms and specific measures. And Congress needs to come up with its own ideas. And Congress needs to respond to these looming deficits as a result of unfunded liabilities inherent in Social Security and Medicare. Our budget does that. Our budget protects America and it encourages economic growth. Congress needs to pass it.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
PRESIDENT’S 2008 BUDGET
Reducing Deficits Each Year and Balancing the Budget by 2012...
The President’s FY2008 Budget reduces the deficit each year and reaches a balanced budget within five years. A strong economy and better spending restraint will help us achieve this goal, while continuing to invest in the Nation’s prosperity and security.
Keeping the Economy Strong
The Budget makes tax relief permanent to ensure our strong economic growth continues.
Since the President’s tax relief took effect, increased innovation and investment has created more than 7 million new jobs, and helped boost wages.
Pro-growth polices that focus on providing quality education, affordable health care, energy security, and making Americans more competitive will sustain economic growth and prosperity for future generations of all Americans. Spending Taxpayers Dollars Wisely
The Budget holds the growth in non-security discretionary spending to one percent, well below the rate of inflation.
Budget reforms, including comprehensive earmark reform and a legislative line-item veto, will help eliminate wasteful and unnecessary spending.
Sensible reforms are needed to slow the unsustainable growth of entitlement spending. Combating Terrorism and Protecting the Homeland
The Budget supports our troops fighting terrorism, strengthens our military for the future, supports our efforts on the diplomatic front and protects our homeland from attack.
This Budget improves the timeliness and specificity of the information provided to Congress and the American public about the cost of the war.
It shows the full cost of the war through the rest of the President’s term –and also provides detailed justifications.
The President’s FY2008 Budget reduces the deficit each year and reaches a balanced budget within five years. A strong economy and better spending restraint will help us achieve this goal, while continuing to invest in the Nation’s prosperity and security.
Keeping the Economy Strong
The Budget makes tax relief permanent to ensure our strong economic growth continues.
Since the President’s tax relief took effect, increased innovation and investment has created more than 7 million new jobs, and helped boost wages.
Pro-growth polices that focus on providing quality education, affordable health care, energy security, and making Americans more competitive will sustain economic growth and prosperity for future generations of all Americans. Spending Taxpayers Dollars Wisely
The Budget holds the growth in non-security discretionary spending to one percent, well below the rate of inflation.
Budget reforms, including comprehensive earmark reform and a legislative line-item veto, will help eliminate wasteful and unnecessary spending.
Sensible reforms are needed to slow the unsustainable growth of entitlement spending. Combating Terrorism and Protecting the Homeland
The Budget supports our troops fighting terrorism, strengthens our military for the future, supports our efforts on the diplomatic front and protects our homeland from attack.
This Budget improves the timeliness and specificity of the information provided to Congress and the American public about the cost of the war.
It shows the full cost of the war through the rest of the President’s term –and also provides detailed justifications.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
What Bush said about eight big issues
Congress should pass the $150 billion stimulus package quickly and then focus on making the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts permanent. More than 150 "wasteful" or "bloated" programs should be eliminated or reduced. Earmarks not voted on by Congress will be ignored by the executive branch.
Budget and spending
The stimulus plan is likely to pass, but only after senators try to make changes that Bush doesn't want. It may not be large enough to affect the economy, and tax rebates that arrive in spring or summer may be too late. Democrats, despite their rhetoric on the issue, are likely to extend most of Bush's tax cuts — but not this year, since they don't expire until 2010. Bush's efforts on low-performing programs and earmarks will set off battles with Congress; in the end, each side likely will win some and lose some.
Education
He wants Congress to support a $300 million "Pell Grant for Kids" that would give low-income children in underperforming public schools a chance to attend a private, religious or out-of-district public school. "We have seen how Pell Grants help low-income college students realize their full potential. … Now let's apply that same spirit to help liberate poor children trapped in failing public schools."
Bush has proposed a federally funded private-school voucher each year since 2001. His only real success so far: a five-year pilot program narrowly approved by Congress in 2004 for students in the District of Columbia. According to the Washington Scholarship Fund, it serves more than 1,900 students this school year. Bush's "Pell Grant for Kids" is modeled after a 2004 proposal by Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., a former U.S. Education secretary. The bill has never passed a congressional committee.
Global warming
What Bush said: He called for an international agreement to "slow, stop and eventually reverse the growth of greenhouse gases." Such an agreement, he said, needs every major industrial nation to sign on for it to be truly effective.
Bush also proposed "a new international clean technology fund, which will help developing nations like India and China make greater use of clean energy sources.
In a sudden change of direction, the Bush administration in December signed on to a United Nations agreement calling for further world action to cut the production of greenhouse gases linked to global warming. The agreement is vague, and Bush has stopped short of endorsing mandatory limits on gas emissions. Meanwhile, U.S. emissions of greenhouse gases continue to rise each year.
Congress is working on bills that exceed Bush's efforts on global warming.
Homeland security
What Bush said: "The other pressing challenge is immigration.
"America needs to secure our borders — and with your help, my administration is taking steps to do so. We are increasing work-site enforcement, we are deploying fences and advanced technologies to stop illegal crossings."
The Homeland Security Department is well on its way to doubling the size of the border patrol, to 18,000 agents by the end of 2008, and is building a "virtual" fence of cameras and sensors on the Southern border. But many border-security efforts have hit roadblocks. Among them: Texas ranchers opposing efforts to build a border fence; business owners fighting efforts to verify their workers are legal; Northern border communities criticizing new rules that people must show documents proving citizenship to cross; nearly two dozen states objecting to a federal requirement that they develop secure driver's licenses.
Iraq
What Bush said: Bush said the increase in troops is working, although the enemy is still dangerous and fighting remains.
"Our enemies in Iraq have been hit hard," and al-Qaeda is on the run, Bush said. "They are not yet defeated, and we can still expect tough fighting."
A new strategy, backed by 30,000 additional U.S. troops, has reduced violence in Iraq. Al-Qaeda in Iraq has been weakened by the increase in U.S. troops and the local Iraqi groups that are cooperating with them.
Iraq's Shiite-dominated government has been slow to pass major legislation, although the National Assembly approved a "de-Baathification" law that helps clarify which members of Saddam Hussein's former regime can join the new government.
The future of the current strategy could change this spring, when Gen. David Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Iraq, is scheduled to recommend cuts in the current number of U.S. troops in Iraq.
Middle East peace
What Bush said: The security of every nation in the Middle East will be helped if Israel and the Palestinian Authority can sign a peace agreement this year. Continued U.S. involvement will help the two sides reach a deal that will create a Palestinian state and provide increased security for Israel. Arab nations in the region should actively support the peace process.
The president is staking his foreign policy legacy on an Israeli-Palestinian peace accord, though it is not clear how hard he will push throughout the year if progress isn't being made. Such an agreement was sought by President Clinton in 2000, to no avail. It's still a long shot, considering the political weakness of Bush, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. But Bush believes continued violence in the region actually could help by clarifying the choice for both sides and making peace more attractive.
Health care
What Bush said: "We share a common goal: making health care more affordable and accessible for all Americans. The best way to achieve that goal is by expanding consumer choice, not government control. So I have proposed ending the bias in the tax code against those who do not get their health insurance through their employer. This one reform would put private coverage within reach for millions."
Just as he did last year, Bush proposes a cap on tax-free health benefits, coupled with a new standard deduction for everyone who buys insurance.
Behind the idea is the question: Why should those who get insurance through their jobs get those benefits tax-free when most of those who buy their own do not?
The plan went nowhere in Congress in 2007. Democrats, including Rep. Pete Stark of California, have said such a plan would help the rich and cause some employers to drop coverage.
Energy
What Bush said: The United States must reduce its dependence on oil to protect the environment and the economy and to keep the country secure. To do that, the country must "trust in the creative genius" of scientists and entrepreneurs to develop alternative energies. Congress last year passed legislation to reduce oil consumption that should be built upon.
Oil prices that earlier this month topped $100 a barrel for the first time have put greater focus on alternative sources of energy. But critics, such as top officials at the United Nations, say alternative energy can come at a price. Some measures, such as a bill signed into law by Bush late last year that mandates increased production of alternative fuels such as corn-based ethanol, have helped fuel large increases in prices for commodities, they say. That has led to rising food costs worldwide, imposing a particularly tough burden on the poor and developing nations, they argue.
Budget and spending
The stimulus plan is likely to pass, but only after senators try to make changes that Bush doesn't want. It may not be large enough to affect the economy, and tax rebates that arrive in spring or summer may be too late. Democrats, despite their rhetoric on the issue, are likely to extend most of Bush's tax cuts — but not this year, since they don't expire until 2010. Bush's efforts on low-performing programs and earmarks will set off battles with Congress; in the end, each side likely will win some and lose some.
Education
He wants Congress to support a $300 million "Pell Grant for Kids" that would give low-income children in underperforming public schools a chance to attend a private, religious or out-of-district public school. "We have seen how Pell Grants help low-income college students realize their full potential. … Now let's apply that same spirit to help liberate poor children trapped in failing public schools."
Bush has proposed a federally funded private-school voucher each year since 2001. His only real success so far: a five-year pilot program narrowly approved by Congress in 2004 for students in the District of Columbia. According to the Washington Scholarship Fund, it serves more than 1,900 students this school year. Bush's "Pell Grant for Kids" is modeled after a 2004 proposal by Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., a former U.S. Education secretary. The bill has never passed a congressional committee.
Global warming
What Bush said: He called for an international agreement to "slow, stop and eventually reverse the growth of greenhouse gases." Such an agreement, he said, needs every major industrial nation to sign on for it to be truly effective.
Bush also proposed "a new international clean technology fund, which will help developing nations like India and China make greater use of clean energy sources.
In a sudden change of direction, the Bush administration in December signed on to a United Nations agreement calling for further world action to cut the production of greenhouse gases linked to global warming. The agreement is vague, and Bush has stopped short of endorsing mandatory limits on gas emissions. Meanwhile, U.S. emissions of greenhouse gases continue to rise each year.
Congress is working on bills that exceed Bush's efforts on global warming.
Homeland security
What Bush said: "The other pressing challenge is immigration.
"America needs to secure our borders — and with your help, my administration is taking steps to do so. We are increasing work-site enforcement, we are deploying fences and advanced technologies to stop illegal crossings."
The Homeland Security Department is well on its way to doubling the size of the border patrol, to 18,000 agents by the end of 2008, and is building a "virtual" fence of cameras and sensors on the Southern border. But many border-security efforts have hit roadblocks. Among them: Texas ranchers opposing efforts to build a border fence; business owners fighting efforts to verify their workers are legal; Northern border communities criticizing new rules that people must show documents proving citizenship to cross; nearly two dozen states objecting to a federal requirement that they develop secure driver's licenses.
Iraq
What Bush said: Bush said the increase in troops is working, although the enemy is still dangerous and fighting remains.
"Our enemies in Iraq have been hit hard," and al-Qaeda is on the run, Bush said. "They are not yet defeated, and we can still expect tough fighting."
A new strategy, backed by 30,000 additional U.S. troops, has reduced violence in Iraq. Al-Qaeda in Iraq has been weakened by the increase in U.S. troops and the local Iraqi groups that are cooperating with them.
Iraq's Shiite-dominated government has been slow to pass major legislation, although the National Assembly approved a "de-Baathification" law that helps clarify which members of Saddam Hussein's former regime can join the new government.
The future of the current strategy could change this spring, when Gen. David Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Iraq, is scheduled to recommend cuts in the current number of U.S. troops in Iraq.
Middle East peace
What Bush said: The security of every nation in the Middle East will be helped if Israel and the Palestinian Authority can sign a peace agreement this year. Continued U.S. involvement will help the two sides reach a deal that will create a Palestinian state and provide increased security for Israel. Arab nations in the region should actively support the peace process.
The president is staking his foreign policy legacy on an Israeli-Palestinian peace accord, though it is not clear how hard he will push throughout the year if progress isn't being made. Such an agreement was sought by President Clinton in 2000, to no avail. It's still a long shot, considering the political weakness of Bush, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. But Bush believes continued violence in the region actually could help by clarifying the choice for both sides and making peace more attractive.
Health care
What Bush said: "We share a common goal: making health care more affordable and accessible for all Americans. The best way to achieve that goal is by expanding consumer choice, not government control. So I have proposed ending the bias in the tax code against those who do not get their health insurance through their employer. This one reform would put private coverage within reach for millions."
Just as he did last year, Bush proposes a cap on tax-free health benefits, coupled with a new standard deduction for everyone who buys insurance.
Behind the idea is the question: Why should those who get insurance through their jobs get those benefits tax-free when most of those who buy their own do not?
The plan went nowhere in Congress in 2007. Democrats, including Rep. Pete Stark of California, have said such a plan would help the rich and cause some employers to drop coverage.
Energy
What Bush said: The United States must reduce its dependence on oil to protect the environment and the economy and to keep the country secure. To do that, the country must "trust in the creative genius" of scientists and entrepreneurs to develop alternative energies. Congress last year passed legislation to reduce oil consumption that should be built upon.
Oil prices that earlier this month topped $100 a barrel for the first time have put greater focus on alternative sources of energy. But critics, such as top officials at the United Nations, say alternative energy can come at a price. Some measures, such as a bill signed into law by Bush late last year that mandates increased production of alternative fuels such as corn-based ethanol, have helped fuel large increases in prices for commodities, they say. That has led to rising food costs worldwide, imposing a particularly tough burden on the poor and developing nations, they argue.
Monday, January 28, 2008
President Delivers State of the Union Address
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Mr. Speaker, Vice President Cheney, members of Congress, distinguished guests, fellow citizens: As we gather tonight, our nation is at war, our economy is in recession, and the civilized world faces unprecedented dangers. Yet the state of our Union has never been stronger.
We last met in an hour of shock and suffering. In four short months, our nation has comforted the victims, begun to rebuild New York and the Pentagon, rallied a great coalition, captured, arrested, and rid the world of thousands of terrorists, destroyed Afghanistan's terrorist training camps, saved a people from starvation, and freed a country from brutal oppression. (Applause.)
The American flag flies again over our embassy in Kabul. Terrorists who once occupied Afghanistan now occupy cells at Guantanamo Bay. (Applause.) And terrorist leaders who urged followers to sacrifice their lives are running for their own. (Applause.)
America and Afghanistan are now allies against terror. We'll be partners in rebuilding that country. And this evening we welcome the distinguished interim leader of a liberated Afghanistan: Chairman Hamid Karzai.
for the entire speech, click here...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2002/01/20020129-11.html
We last met in an hour of shock and suffering. In four short months, our nation has comforted the victims, begun to rebuild New York and the Pentagon, rallied a great coalition, captured, arrested, and rid the world of thousands of terrorists, destroyed Afghanistan's terrorist training camps, saved a people from starvation, and freed a country from brutal oppression. (Applause.)
The American flag flies again over our embassy in Kabul. Terrorists who once occupied Afghanistan now occupy cells at Guantanamo Bay. (Applause.) And terrorist leaders who urged followers to sacrifice their lives are running for their own. (Applause.)
America and Afghanistan are now allies against terror. We'll be partners in rebuilding that country. And this evening we welcome the distinguished interim leader of a liberated Afghanistan: Chairman Hamid Karzai.
for the entire speech, click here...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2002/01/20020129-11.html
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