[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book II)]
[July 1, 2007]
[Pages 1599-1624]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]




Appendix A / Administration of George W. Bush, 2007


Appendix A--Digest of Other White House Announcements

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The following list includes the President's public schedule and other 
items of general interest announced by the Office of the Press Secretary 
and not included elsewhere in this book.

July 1

In the afternoon, at the Bush family home in Kennebunkport, ME, the 
President and Mrs. Bush welcomed President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia.
In the evening, the President and Mrs. Bush hosted a social dinner for 
President Putin.

July 2

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush hosted a social luncheon 
for President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. 
Later, they returned to Washington, DC.
The President declared a major disaster in Kansas and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area impacted 
by severe storms and flooding beginning on June 26 and continuing.
The President declared a major disaster in New York and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding on June 19.

July 3

In the morning, the President had separate telephone conversations with 
Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, President 
Jalal Talabani, and Vice Presidents Adil Abd 
Al-Mahdi and Tariq al-Hashimi of Iraq. He then had an intelligence briefing.
Later in the morning, the President went to Walter Reed Army Medical 
Center, where he visited with wounded U.S. military personnel and 
presented Purple Heart medals to three soldiers.

July 4

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Martinsburg, WV. He then returned to Washington, DC.
In the evening, the President attended a dinner and party hosted by Mrs. 
Bush in celebration of his upcoming birthday. Later, they viewed the 
Independence Day fireworks display on The National Mall from the White 
House.

July 5

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the evening, the President attended a Washington Nationals baseball 
game to celebrate his upcoming birthday.
The President announced his intention to nominate Stuart J. 
Ishimaru to be a member of the Equal 
Employment Opportunity Commission.
The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel D. Heath to be U.S. Alternate Executive Director of the 
International Monetary Fund.

July 6

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush traveled to Camp David, MD.

July 7

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes beginning on June 10 and 
continuing.

July 8

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush returned to Washington, 
DC.

July 9

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Arlington, VA. He then returned to Washington, DC.
In the afternoon, in the Map Room, the President participated in an 
interview with Georgina Carnegie for the 
Australian program, ``Visions

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of Leadership,'' which will air during the APEC summit in September. 
Later, at Blair House, he and Mrs. Bush attended a reception for 
Counselor to the President Daniel J. Bartlett.
The President announced his intention to nominate Robin Renee 
Sanders to be Ambassador to Nigeria.
The President announced his intention to nominate Diane D. Rath to be Assistant Secretary for Family Support at the 
Department of Health and Human Services.
The President announced his intention to designate Reuben Jeffery 
III and Howard Radzely as members of the Board of Directors of the Overseas 
Private Investment Corporation.

July 10

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Cleveland, OH, where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom 
Corps volunteer Gerris Farris. He then 
traveled to Parma, OH.
Later in the morning, the President traveled to Cleveland, OH, where, at 
Slyman's Restaurant, he had lunch with community leaders.
In the afternoon, the President toured the Cleveland Clinic. Later, he 
returned to Washington, DC. Upon arrival at Andrews Air Force Base, he 
met with soldiers and marines injured in the war on terror.
The President announced the designation of the following individuals as 
members of a Presidential delegation to attend the opening ceremonies of 
the XV Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on July 13:

    Michael O. Leavitt (head of 
        delegation);
    Clifford M. Sobel;
    Donna Richardson Joyner;
    George P. Bush; and
    Luis Tiant.

July 11

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced his intention to nominate Gene A. Cretz to be Ambassador to Libya.
The President announced his intention to nominate Donald M. Kerr to be Principal Deputy Director of National 
Intelligence at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
The President announced his intention to nominate Mark Kimmitt to be Assistant Secretary of State (Political-Military 
Affairs).
The President announced his intention to nominate John S. 
Bresland to be a member and chairperson of 
the Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board.
The President announced his intention to nominate Charles R.H. 
Shearer to be a member of the 
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board.
The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas C. 
Gilliland, William H. Graves, and Susan Richardson Williams to be members of the Board of Directors of the 
Tennessee Valley Authority.
The President announced his intention to appoint Kyle E. 
McSlarrow, Ivan Seidenberg, and Mike Zafirovski as 
members of the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory 
Committee.
The President announced that he has designated David L. 
Bernhardt as Acting U.S. Commissioner 
of the Part of the United States on the International Boundary 
Commission (U.S. and Canada).

July 12

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The White House announced that the President will meet with United 
Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon at the 
White House on July 17.

July 13

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President participated in 
an interview with Fred Barnes, Stephen F. 
Hayes, and William Kristol of the Weekly Standard; Michael Barone of U.S. News & World Report; Charles 
Krauthammer of the Washington Post; 
Larry Kudlow, Rich Lowry, and Kate O'Beirne of the 
National Review; and syndicated columnist Kathleen Parker.

July 14

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

July 15

In the afternoon, on the South Lawn, the President participated in an 
interview with Karl Ravech of ESPN.

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July 16

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a video teleconference with Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, President Jalal Talabani, 
and Vice Presidents Adil Abd Al-Mahdi and 
Tariq al-Hashimi of Iraq.
In the afternoon, in the Old Family Dining Room, the President had lunch 
with President Lech Kaczynski of Poland. 
Later, he traveled to McLean, VA.
In the evening, at a private residence, the President attended a 
National Republican Senatorial Committee reception. Later, he returned 
to Washington, DC.
The White House announced that the President and Mrs. Bush will welcome 
President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan to Camp 
David on August 5 and 6.
The President announced his intention to nominate Sean R. 
Mulvaney to be Assistant Administrator of 
the U.S. Agency for International Development (Management).
The President announced his intention to designate John E. 
Mansfield as Vice Chairman of the Defense 
Nuclear Facilities Safety Board.
The President announced his intention to designate Charles W. Grim as Acting Director of the Indian Health Service, 
Public Health Service at the Department of Health and Human Services.

July 17

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Oval Office, he participated in a briefing by Director of National 
Intelligence J. Michael McConnell on 
the new National Intelligence Estimate.
The President declared a major disaster in North Dakota and ordered 
Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area 
struck by severe storms and flooding June 2-18.

July 18

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with 
President Khalifa bin Zayid al-Nuhayyan of the United Arab Emirates. Later, he had an 
intelligence briefing.
Later in the morning, the President traveled to Landover, MD. He then 
toured Man & Machine, Inc. Later, he participated in an interview with 
Christopher Lee of the Washington Post.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.
The President announced his intention to nominate David T. 
Johnson to be Assistant Secretary of State 
(International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs).
The President announced his intention to designate Craig S. 
Morford as Acting Deputy Attorney General 
at the Department of Justice.

July 19

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Nashville, TN, where, upon arrival, he met with Sgt. J. 
Kevin Downs of the Army National Guard, who 
was wounded in Iraq in August 2005, and his parents Catherine and Joe Downs. He then met 
with USA Freedom Corps volunteer Bill Yancey.
Later in the morning, the President toured the Nashville Bun Company.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.
The President announced that he has named Judith Ansley as Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy 
National Security Adviser for Regional Affairs on the National Security 
Council.
The President announced that he has named Andrew D. 
Ciafardini as Special Assistant to the 
President for Intergovernmental Affairs.
The President announced that he has named Harold H. Kim as Special Assistant to the President for Legislative 
Affairs.
The President announced that he has named Brett H. McGurk as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director 
for Iraq and Afghanistan, Strategic Planning and Policy Development on 
the National Security Council.
The President announced that he has named Stephen D. Potts as Associate Counsel to the President.
The President announced that he has named Rachael Leigh 
Sunbarger as Special Assistant to the 
President and Deputy Director of Advance for Press.
The President announced that he has named Ronald C. Williams as Special Assistant to the President for Homeland 
Security and Senior Director for Nuclear Defense Policy on the Homeland 
Security Council.

July 20

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

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In the afternoon, the President traveled to Camp David, MD.
The White House announced that the President will welcome King Abdullah 
II of Jordan to the White House on July 24.

July 21

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

July 22

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

July 23

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced that he has named Cynthia Bergman as Special Assistant to the President for 
Communications.
The President announced that he has named Ann Thomas G. 
Johnston as Special Assistant to the 
President for Legislative Affairs.
The President announced that he has named Jason Recher as Special Assistant to the President and Trip 
Director.

July 24

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Charleston Air Force Base in Charleston, SC. While en route 
aboard Air Force One, he had separate telephone conversations with 
President Georgi Parvanov of Bulgaria to 
discuss the return of the Bulgarian nurses who were released from prison 
in Libya on July 24 and Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to congratulate him on his party's 
July 22 election victory.
Later in the morning, the President viewed the loading of cargo planes 
for shipment to Iraq. He then had lunch with military personnel.
In the afternoon, the President met with family members of the 
Charleston firefighters who died on June 18. Later, he presented the 
Congressional Gold Medal to Tuskegee Airman Earl M. 
Middleton. He then returned to Washington, 
DC.
In the evening, in the Residence, the President had dinner with King 
Abdullah II of Jordan.
The President announced his intention to nominate James D. McGee to be Ambassador to Zimbabwe.
The President announced his intention to nominate Vincent 
Obsitnik to be Ambassador to Slovenia.
The President declared a major disaster in Nebraska and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding May 28-June 2.

July 25

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the East Room, the President participated in a 
photo opportunity with the 2007 Boys and Girls Nation delegates.

July 26

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Philadelphia, PA, where, upon arrival, he met with USA 
Freedom Corps volunteers Carly and Molly 
Houlahan.
Later in the morning, the President returned to Washington, DC.
In the afternoon, in the East Room, the President participated in a 
photo opportunity with National and State Future Farmers of America 
(FFA) Organization members.
The White House announced that the President will host Prime Minister 
Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom at Camp 
David on July 29 and 30.
The President announced his intention to nominate Mark M. 
Boulware to be Ambassador to Mauritania.
The President announced his intention to nominate Benjamin E. 
Sasse to be Assistant Secretary of Health 
and Human Services (Planning and Evaluation).
The President announced his intention to nominate Barry L. Wells to be Ambassador to The Gambia.

July 27

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush traveled to Camp David, 
MD.

 July 28

 In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

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 July 29

 In the afternoon, the President welcomed Prime Minister Gordon 
Brown of the United Kingdom to Camp David, MD.
 In the evening, the President had dinner with Prime Minister 
Brown.

 July 30

 In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
 In the afternoon, the President had lunch with Prime Minister Gordon 
Brown of the United Kingdom. Later, he returned 
to Washington, DC.
 Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated 
in a photo opportunity with Ezekiel Taylor, the 2007 March of Dimes national ambassador.
 The President announced his intention to nominate Andrew R. 
Cochran to be Inspector General of the 
Environmental Protection Agency.
 The President announced his intention to nominate Robert L. 
Smolen to be Deputy Administrator for 
Defense Programs at the National Nuclear Security Administration.

 July 31

 In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a telephone conversation with Supreme Court Chief Justice John G. 
Roberts, Jr. He then had a telephone 
conversation with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada.
 In the afternoon, in the Residence, the President met with Speaker of 
the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi.
 The President declared an emergency in the Federated States of 
Micronesia and ordered Federal aid to supplement national and state 
response efforts in the area impacted by a drought beginning on March 5 
and continuing.

 August 1

 In the morning, in the Private Dining Room, the President had breakfast 
with bipartisan congressional leaders. Later, he had an intelligence 
briefing. He then had a video teleconference with Prime Minister Nuri 
al-Maliki of Iraq.
 In the afternoon, in the Map Room, the President participated in an 
interview with David Aaronovitch of 
Juniper Communications. Later, at Blair House, he attended a reception 
for Office of Management and Budget Director Robert J. Portman.
 In the evening, the President was informed of the Minneapolis bridge 
collapse in Minneapolis, MN.
 The President announced that he has named James F. Jeffrey as Assistant to the President and Deputy National 
Security Adviser.

 August 2

 In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had separate telephone conversations with Governor Timothy J. 
Pawlenty of Minnesota, Mayor R.T. 
Rybak of Minneapolis, MN, and Secretary of 
Transportation Mary E. Peters to discuss the 
Interstate 35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis, MN.
 In the afternoon, the President participated in an interview with 
Martha Raddatz of ABC News.
 The President announced his intention to nominate A. Paul 
Anderson to be a Commissioner of the 
Federal Maritime Commission, and to designate him Chairman.
 The President announced his intention to nominate Dennis W. 
Carlton to be a member of the Council of 
Economic Advisers.
 The President announced his intention to nominate Cynthia Dyer to be Director of the Office of Violence Against 
Women at the Department of Justice.
 The President announced his intention to nominate Carl B. Kress to be a Commissioner of the Federal Maritime 
Commission.
 The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffrey W. 
Runge to be Assistant Secretary for Health 
Affairs and Chief Medical Officer at the Department of Homeland 
Security.
The President announced his intention to nominate the following 
individuals to be members of the Board of Directors of the Corporation 
for National and Community Service:

    Julie Fisher Cummings;
    Mark D. Gearan;
    Tom Osborne;
    Alan D. Solomont; and
    Donna N. Williams.

The President announced his intention to nominate Margaret 
Spellings to be a Representative of the 
U.S. to the 34th General Conference of the United Nations Educational, 
Scientific and Cultural Organization, for the duration of the 
conference.

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The President announced his intention to designate John A. 
Gastright, Jr., as U.S. Coordinator 
for Afghanistan and nominate him for the rank of Ambassador during his 
tenure as U.S. Coordinator for Afghanistan at the Department of State.
The President announced his intention to designate James H. 
Herring as Vice Chairman of the Board of 
Trustees of the Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation.
The President announced his intention to designate Raymond Simon as Acting Assistant Secretary for Special Education 
and Rehabilitative Services at the Department of Education.
The President announced his intention to appoint Brock D. 
Bierman as the Small State and Rural 
Advocate at the Federal Emergency Management Agency at the Department of 
Homeland Security.

August 3

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President went to the J. Edgar Hoover FBI Building 
where he had lunch with his counterterrorism and homeland security 
teams. Later, he traveled to Camp David, MD.
The President declared an emergency in Vermont and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding on July 9-11.

August 4

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Minneapolis, MN, where he took an aerial tour of the damaged 
Interstate 35W bridge. He then took a walking tour of the affected area.
Later in the morning, the President met with family members of victims 
of the bridge collapse.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Camp David, MD.

August 5

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush welcomed President Hamid 
Karzai of Afghanistan.
In the evening, the President and Mrs. Bush had dinner with President 
Karzai.

August 6

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

August 7

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President had lunch with Secretary of Defense 
Robert M. Gates, Secretary of State 
Condoleezza Rice, and his defense policy 
and programs and foreign policy teams.
Later in the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.
In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime 
Minister John W. Howard of Australia.

August 8

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a telephone conversation with Governor Jon M. Huntsman, 
Jr., of Utah to discuss the situation 
in the Crandall Canyon Mine.
Later in the morning, at the Treasury Department, the President had 
lunch with his economic advisers.
In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Barry 
Bonds, left fielder, San Francisco Giants, to 
congratulate him on breaking the Major League Baseball career home run 
record. He then participated in separate interviews with Neil 
Cavuto of FOX News and economic reporters.
Later in the afternoon, the President returned to the White House.
The White House announced that the President and Mrs. Bush will welcome 
President Nicolas Sarkozy of France to 
Kennebunkport, ME, for a private lunch on August 11.
The President announced his designation of the following individuals as 
members of a Presidential delegation to attend the funeral of former 
Prime Minister Kiichi Miyazawa of Japan on 
August 28: J. Dennis Hastert (head of 
delegation); and John T. Schieffer.
The President declared a major disaster in Maine and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding on July 11-12.

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August 9

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush traveled to the Bush 
family home in Kennebunkport, ME.

August 10

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

August 11

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush hosted a social lunch for 
President Nicolas Sarkozy of France.

August 12

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush returned to Washington, 
DC.

August 13

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush traveled to the Bush Ranch in Crawford, TX.

August 14

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had separate telephone conversations with President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan, President Pervez Musharraf of Pakistan, and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of India.
The President announced his intention to appoint Anthony K. Dungy as a member of the President's Council on Service and 
Civic Participation.
The President announced his intention to appoint Anthony C. 
Wisniewski as a member of the Board of 
Trustees of the Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation.

August 15

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced that he has named Jess Sharp as Deputy Assistant to the President for Domestic 
Policy.
The President announced that he has named John D. Adams as Associate Counsel to the President.
The President announced that he has named Todd F. Braunstein as Special Assistant to the President for Domestic 
Policy.
The President announced that he has named Terry A. Wolff as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director 
for Iraq and Afghanistan Policy Implementation.
The President announced that he has named Mary Burce Warlick as Special Assistant to the President and Senior 
Director for Russia of the National Security Council.

August 16

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. He then had 
a briefing on the August 15 earthquake in Peru.
The President announced his intention to nominate Dan W. Mozena to be Ambassador to Angola.
The President announced his intention to nominate Louis J. Nigro, 
Jr., to be Ambassador to Chad.
The President announced his intention to nominate Paul E. Simons to be Ambassador to Chile.

August 17

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a briefing on the situation at the Crandall Canyon Mine in Utah.
In the afternoon, at the Broken Spoke Ranch, the President and Mrs. Bush 
attended a Republican National Committee reception.

August 18

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President declared an emergency in Texas and ordered Federal aid to 
supplement State and local response efforts due to the emergency 
conditions resulting from Hurricane Dean beginning on August 17 and 
continuing.

August 20

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. He then had 
a briefing on the National Intelligence Estimate. Later, he had 
briefings on Hurricane Dean and Tropical Storm Erin.
Later in the morning, the President traveled to Ottawa, Canada. Prior to 
his departure from Texas State Technical College Airport in Waco, TX, he 
awarded the Office of the Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional 
Public Service to Harry McKillop.

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In the afternoon, at the Ottawa International Airport, the President 
participated in a greeting with Governor General Michaelle Jean of Canada and her husband Jean-Daniel 
Lafond. Later, he traveled to Montebello, 
Canada. Upon arrival at the Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, he 
participated in a greeting with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada.
Later in the afternoon, in the Ontario Room of the Fairmont Le Chateau 
Montebello, the President met with Prime Minister Harper. He then met with President Felipe de Jesus Calderon 
Hinojosa of Mexico.
In the evening, in the Manoir Papineau--Salon Amedee of the Fairmont Le 
Chateau Montebello, the President attended a North American leaders' 
dinner.

August 21

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, on the 
porch of the Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, he had a working breakfast 
with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada 
and President Felipe de Jesus Calderon Hinojosa of Mexico. Later, in the Canada Room of the 
Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, he met with the North American 
Competitiveness Council.
Later in the morning, in the Curling Rink--Heritage Room, the President 
participated in a photo opportunity with Prime Minister Harper and President Calderon. He then participated in a North American leaders' 
meeting.
In the afternoon, at the Ottawa International Airport, the President met 
with U.S. Embassy staff and their families. He then traveled to 
Minneapolis, MN, where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom Corps 
volunteer Jim Daly. Later, he traveled to Eden 
Prairie, MN.
In the evening, at a private residence, the President attended a Norm 
Coleman for U.S. Senate and Minnesota 
Republican Party reception. Later, he traveled to Kansas City, MO, 
where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom Corps volunteer Janet 
Parks.
The President declared an emergency in Minnesota and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local response efforts in the area impacted by 
the bridge collapse in Minneapolis on August 1.

August 22

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. He then 
traveled to Riverside, MO. Later, he returned to Kansas City, MO.
Later in the morning, the President met with family members of military 
personnel killed in the war on terror.
In the afternoon, the President returned to the Bush Ranch in Crawford, 
TX.

August 23

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President declared a major disaster in Minnesota and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding beginning on August 18 and continuing.

August 24

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a telephone conversation with Rev. Billy Graham.
In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with 
Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales to discuss his resignation.
The President announced his designation of the following individuals as 
members of the Presidential delegation to attend the dedication ceremony 
of the Afghanistan-Tajikistan Bridge on August 26: Carlos M. 
Gutierrez (head of delegation); William 
B. Wood; and Tracey Ann Jacobson.
The President announced his designation of the following individuals as 
members of the Presidential delegation to the 50th anniversary 
celebration of Malaysia's independence in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 
August 31:

    Jeffrey C. Sell (head of delegation);
    Christopher J. LaFleur;
    Karan K. Bhatia; and
    Talal Eid.

The President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding beginning on August 18 and 
continuing.

August 25

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

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August 26

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush had lunch with Attorney 
General Alberto R. Gonzales and his wife 
Rebecca Turner Gonzales.
The President declared a major disaster in Wisconsin and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding beginning on August 18 and continuing.

August 27

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Albuquerque, NM, where, upon arrival, he met with USA 
Freedom Corps volunteer Pat Dee. While en route 
aboard Air Force One, he had separate telephone conversations with 
President Jalal Talabani, Prime Minister Nuri 
al-Maliki, and Vice Presidents Tariq al-
Hashimi and Adil Abd Al-Mahdi of Iraq, and Masoud Barzani, president, Kurdistan region in Iraq.
In the afternoon, at a private residence, the President attended a 
People for Pete Domenici reception. 
Later, he traveled to Bellevue, WA, where, upon arrival, he met with USA 
Freedom Corps volunteer Bernie Krane. While en 
route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with Scott 
Kellogg, deputy director, Rio Rancho Police 
Department, NM, to express his condolences for the death of Rio Rancho 
Police Officer Germaine Casey, who was killed 
in a motorcycle accident while protecting the President's motorcade.
Later in the afternoon, while en route to the Seattle-Tacoma 
International Airport, the President had a telephone conversation with 
Lisa Casey, wife of police officer Germaine 
Casey, to express his condolences for the 
death of her husband.
In the evening, the President traveled to Reno, NV, where, upon arrival, 
he met with USA Freedom Corps volunteer Cathy Levine.
The President declared a major disaster in Ohio and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes beginning on August 20 and 
continuing.

August 28

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
met with family members of military personnel killed in the war on 
terror.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to New Orleans, LA, where, upon 
arrival in the evening, he was joined by Mrs. Bush. While en route 
aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with President-
elect Abdullah Gul of Turkey to congratulate 
him on his election victory.
Later in the evening, the President met with USA Freedom Corps volunteer 
Allison Stouse.

August 29

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, at 
the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School for Science and 
Technology, he and Mrs. Bush participated in a meeting with Louisiana 
education officials. They then participated in a moment of silence to 
honor the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
Later in the morning, the President and Mrs. Bush traveled to Bay St. 
Louis, MS, arriving in the afternoon.
Later in the afternoon, at Our Lady of the Gulf Parish Community Center, 
the President and Mrs. Bush participated in a briefing on Mississippi 
rebuilding efforts. Later, they returned to Washington, DC.
The President declared a major disaster in Nebraska and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding June 11-16.

August 30

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister 
Jose Socrates of Portugal to the White House 
on September 17 in his dual roles as Prime Minister and President of the 
European Council.
The President declared a major disaster in Illinois and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding on August 7 and 8.

August 31

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President declared a major disaster in New York and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the

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areas struck by severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes on August 8.
The President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes May 24-June 1.

September 1

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

September 3

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Al Asad Air Base in Iraq.
During the day, the President met with General David H. 
Petraeus, commanding general, Multi-
National Force--Iraq, U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Ryan C. Crocker, Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Admiral William J. ``Fox'' Fallon, USN, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Secretary of 
State Condoleezza Rice. Later, he met with 
Sunni tribal and Provincial leaders.
Also during the day, the President participated in separate interviews 
with CBS News and NBC News.
In the evening, the President traveled to Sydney, Australia, arriving 
the following evening. While en route aboard Air Force One, he 
participated in an interview with travel pool reporters.

September 4

In the morning, aboard Air Force One, the President had an intelligence 
briefing.
The President announced that he has nominated Gregory F. Jacob to be Solicitor for the Department of Labor.
The President announced that he has nominated Robert D. Jamison to be Under Secretary for National Protection and 
Programs at the Department of Homeland Security.
The President announced that he has nominated James F. 
Moriarty to be Ambassador to Bangladesh.
The President announced that he has nominated Christopher A. 
Padilla to be Under Secretary for 
International Trade at the Department of Commerce.
The President announced that he has nominated Paula J. 
Dobriansky for the rank of Ambassador 
during her tenure as Special Envoy for Northern Ireland.
The President announced his intention to appoint Marc S. 
Goldman as a member of the U.S. Holocaust 
Memorial Council.
The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of the Commission for the Preservation of 
America's Heritage Abroad:

    William C. Daroff;
    Jules Fleischer;
    Peter Hawryluk;
    Lee Seeman; and
    Lawrence E. Steinberg.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and 
Negotiations:

    Jorge L. Arrizurieta;
    Craig R. Barrett;
    Michael E. Campbell;
    Thomas J. Donohue;
    Anthony H. Gioia;
    William P. Hite;
    Kenneth I. Juster;
    Robert A. McDonald;
    Edward J. Perkins; and
    Robert Stallman.

The President announced his intention to appoint Arthur D. Collins, 
Jr., Leon Trammell, and Stephen R. Tritch as 
members of the President's Export Council.
The President announced his intention to designate Kerry N. Weems as Acting Administrator of the Centers for Medicare 
and Medicaid Services at the Department of Health and Human Services.

September 5

In the morning, at the InterContinental Sydney, the President had an 
intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to Garden Island, where, at the 
Royal Australia Navy Heritage Centre, he met with members of the 
Australian Defense Force. Later, he attended a musical performance by 
Felicity Urquhart. He then returned to the 
InterContinental Sydney.
During the day, the President toured Sydney Harbor with Prime Minister 
John W. Howard of Australia.
In the evening, the President traveled to Admiralty House, where, in the 
Drawing Room, he met with Governor General Philip Michael

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Jeffery of Australia. Later, in the Dining 
Room at Kirribilli House, he had dinner with Prime Minister 
Howard. He then returned to the 
InterContinental Sydney.
The President announced that he has named Barry Jackson as Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives 
and External Affairs.
The President announced that he has named Joie A. Gregor as Assistant to the President for Presidential Personnel.

September 6

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Premier's Room at the InterContinental Sydney, he met with 
Opposition Leader Kevin M. Rudd of Australia. 
He then visited the Australian National Maritime Museum.
Later in the morning, in the Fort Macquarie Room at the InterContinental 
Sydney, the President met with U.S. Embassy staff and their families.
The President announced that he has named Joel A. Scanlon as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of 
Strategic Initiatives.
The President announced that he has named Dianna Campagna as Special Assistant to the President and Executive 
Secretary for the Office of the Counsel to the President.

September 7

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced his intention to nominate Harvey E. Johnson, 
Jr., to be Deputy Administrator and 
Chief Operating Officer of the Federal Emergency Management Agency at 
the Department of Homeland Security.
The President announced his intention to nominate Vincent 
Obsitnik to be Ambassador to Slovakia.
The President announced his intention to nominate Todd J. Zinser to be Inspector General at the Department of 
Commerce.
The President announced his intention to nominate Walter Lukken to be Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading 
Commission.
The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation:

    John A. Garcia;
    Julia A. King;
    Thomas R. Miller; and
    Ann A. Pritzlaff.

September 8

In the morning, at the InterContinental Sydney, the President had an 
intelligence briefing. Later, in the Rooftop Executive Lounge of the 
InterContinental Sydney, he had a working breakfast with Prime Minister 
John W. Howard of Australia and Prime 
Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan.
Later in the morning, the President traveled to the Sydney Opera House, 
where, in the Concert Hall Southern Foyer, he participated in an 
official welcome with Prime Minister Howard. 
Then, in the Utzon Room, he participated in the APEC Leaders Dialogue 
with the APEC Business Advisory Council.
In the afternoon, the President participated in a photo opportunity with 
APEC leaders. Then, at the Guillaume at Bennelong Restaurant, he had 
lunch with APEC leaders. Later, he participated in the APEC Leaders 
official photograph.
Later in the afternoon, in The Studio, the President participated in 
APEC Leaders Retreat I.
In the evening, in the Concert Hall, the President attended a cultural 
performance. Later, on the Granite level of the Concert Hall Northern 
Foyer, he viewed a fireworks display and the Parade of Tall Ships. He 
then participated in the APEC Official Leaders dinner.
Later in the evening, the President traveled to Hickam Air Force Base, 
HI, crossing the international dateline and arriving in the morning, 
where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom Corps volunteer Caroline 
Tom. In the afternoon, he traveled to Naval 
Station Pearl Harbor, where, in the dining room of the Admiral's 
residence, he had lunch with military commanders. He then returned to 
Washington, DC, arriving the following morning.
The President declared a major disaster in North Dakota and ordered 
Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area 
struck by severe storms and a tornado on August 26 and 27.

September 10

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a video teleconference with Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq.
In the afternoon, the President met with Secretary of Health and Human 
Services Michael

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O. Leavitt to discuss the initial report 
by the Interagency Working Group on Import Safety.

September 11

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, at 
St. John's Episcopal Church, he attended a service of prayer and 
remembrance to commemorate the sixth anniversary of the September 11, 
2001, terrorist attacks. Then, at 8:46 a.m., on the South Lawn, he and 
Mrs. Bush participated in a moment of silence to honor the anniversary 
of the attacks.
The President announced that he has named Henry C. Lozano as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of USA 
Freedom Corps.

September 12

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Family Theater, he participated in a speech preparation session for 
his September 13 address to the Nation.
In the afternoon, in the Family Theater, the President participated in a 
speech preparation session for his September 13 address to the Nation.
The President announced that he has nominated Daniel V. 
Speckhard to be Ambassador to Greece.
The President announced that he has nominated Thomas F. 
Stephenson to be Ambassador to 
Portugal.
The President announced that he has nominated William H. Frist and Kenneth F. Hackett to be members of the Millennium Challenge Corporation.
The President announced that he has nominated William 
Delahunt, George E. Pataki, and Ted Poe to be U.S. Representatives 
to the 62d Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
The President announced that he has nominated Kelly G. Knight and Rodger D. Young to 
be Alternate U.S. Representatives to the 62d Session of the United 
Nations General Assembly.
The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of the Board of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy 
Center for the Performing Arts:

    Judith A. Eisenberg;
    David Girard-diCarlo;
    C. Michael Kojaian;
    Donna Garff Marriott;
    William C. Powers; and
    Joseph E. Robert, Jr.

September 13

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Oval Office, he participated in a photo opportunity with the 2007 
Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award recipients.

September 14

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Marine Corps Base Quantico in Quantico, VA.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. He then 
traveled to Camp David, MD.
The President declared a major disaster in Iowa and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding August 17-September 5.

September 15

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

September 16

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush returned to Washington, 
DC. Later, in the Family Theater, they hosted a screening of ``The Kite 
Runner.''

September 17

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a 
photo opportunity with 2007 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion Evan 
M. O'Dorney.
The President announced his designation of the following individuals as 
members of a Presidential delegation to attend the funeral of Prime 
Minister John Compton of Saint Lucia on 
September 18 in Castries, Saint Lucia: Alphonso R. Jackson (head of delegation); and Mary Martin 
Ourisman.
The President announced his intention to nominate Anita K. Blair to be Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and 
Reserve Affairs).
The President announced his intention to nominate Michael W. 
Hager to be Assistant Secretary of Veterans 
Affairs (Human Resources and Management).

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The President announced his intention to nominate Keith Hall to be Commissioner of Labor Statistics at the 
Department of Labor.
The President announced his intention to nominate Michael B. 
Mukasey to be Attorney General.
The President announced his intention to designate David H. 
McCormick as a member of the Board of 
Directors of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation.
The President announced that he has designated Peter D. Keisler as Acting Attorney General.

September 18

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Map Room, the President participated in an 
interview with Bret Baier of FOX News.

September 19

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime 
Minister Konstandinos Karamanlis of 
Greece to congratulate him on his September 17 reelection and to express 
his condolences for the loss of life during the August wildfires. Later, 
he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Stephen 
Harper of Canada. He then had an intelligence 
briefing.
Later in the morning, the President traveled to Fort Meade, MD, where, 
at the National Security Agency, he participated in a briefing on the 
implementation of Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) reforms. 
He then greeted National Security Agency employees.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. Later, in 
the Roosevelt Room, he participated in an interview with Michael 
Barone of U.S. News & World Report, Tony 
Blankley of the Washington Times, David 
Brooks of the New York Times, Ron 
Kessler of NewsMax magazine, Charles 
Krauthammer of the Washington Post, 
William Kristol of the Weekly Standard, and 
Larry Kudlow, Kathryn Lopez, and Kate O'Beirne of the 
National Review. Then, in the Oval Office, he participated in a photo 
opportunity with the 2007 Boys and Girls Clubs of America Youth of the 
Year regional finalists.

September 20

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

September 21

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, at the historic Evermay house, the President attended 
a Republican National Committee luncheon.
The President announced that he has named Adam Belmar as Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy Director 
of Communications for Production.
The President announced that he has named Spencer Geissinger as Deputy Assistant to the President for Advance and 
Operations.
The President declared a major disaster in Missouri and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding August 19-21.

September 22

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

September 24

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Old Family Dining Room, he participated in an interview with Juan 
Williams of FOX News. Then, in the Oval 
Office, he participated in a photo opportunity with Deputy Assistant 
Attorney General John C. Keeney to 
honor his 60 years of Government service.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in 
New York City, where he was joined by Mrs. Bush. Later, he met with 
Quartet Representative in the Middle East Tony Blair.
In the evening, the President traveled to United Nations Headquarters, 
where he participated in a leaders dinner on climate change. Later, he 
returned to the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel.
The President announced his designation of the following individuals as 
members of the Presidential delegation to attend the opening ceremonies 
of the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Shanghai, China, on 
October 2:

    Margaret Spellings (head of 
        delegation);
    Clark T. Randt, Jr.;
    John H. Hager;
    Ernie Banks;
    Lynn Fuchs;
    Michelle Kwan;
    Eunice Kennedy Shriver;

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    Timothy P. Shriver;
    Anne Sweeney; and
    Jennifer Polk Wardlow.

September 25

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to United Nations Headquarters, where he participated in an 
official greeting with United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and President of the 62d Session of the United 
Nations General Assembly Srgjan Kerim. He then 
met separately with Secretary-General Ban and President Kerim.
Later in the morning, the President returned to the Waldorf-Astoria 
Hotel.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to United Nations Headquarters.
In the evening, the President returned to the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel.
The President announced his intention to nominate Javaid Anwar to be a member of the Board of Trustees of the Harry 
S. Truman Scholarship Foundation.
The President announced his intention to nominate Madonna Cynthia 
Douglass to be a member of the 
Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.
The President announced his intention to nominate Christina H. 
Pearson to be Assistant Secretary of 
Health and Human Services (Public Affairs) and, upon nomination, to 
designate her as Acting.
The President announced his intention to nominate Douglas W. 
Webster to be Chief Financial Officer at 
the Department of Labor.
The President announced his intention to designate Christopher A. 
Padilla as Acting Under Secretary for 
International Trade at the Department of Commerce.
The President announced his intention to designate John C. Rood as Acting Under Secretary for Arms Control and 
International Security at the Department of State.
The President declared a major disaster in Illinois and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms and flooding August 20-31.

September 26

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush met with United States Mission to the United Nations staff 
and their families. They then met with Joel I. Klein, chancellor, New York City Department of Education.
Later in the morning, at a private residence, the President attended a 
Republican National Committee reception.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush returned to Washington, 
DC.

September 27

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Oval Office, he participated in a photo opportunity with Big Brother 
of the Year, Charles Matthews, and Big 
Sister of the Year, Crystal Rivera.
In the afternoon, the President met with Minister of Foreign Affairs 
Yang Jiechi of China.
The White House announced that the President and Mrs. Bush will host 
Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany at the 
Bush Ranch in Crawford, TX, on November 9 and 10.

September 28

In the morning, the President had a video teleconference with Prime 
Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom. 
Later, he had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Map Room, the President participated in an 
interview with Michael Rutz and Stephan 
Lamby of ARD German Television.
During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Speaker 
of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi to 
discuss SCHIP reauthorization legislation.
In the evening, at the Library of Congress, the President and Mrs. Bush 
attended the 2007 National Book Festival Gala and dinner.

September 29

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

October 1

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Fort Myer, VA.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

October 2

In the morning, the President had breakfast with Vice President Dick 
Cheney, Secretary of State Condoleezza 
Rice, Assistant Secretary of

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State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Christopher R. Hill, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Eric S. 
Edelman, White House Chief of Staff Joshua 
B. Bolten, and National Security Adviser 
Stephen J. Hadley to discuss the six-party 
talks. Later, he had an intelligence briefing. Then, in the Oval Office, 
he met with President Jalal Talabani of Iraq.
The President declared a major disaster in Texas and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
Tropical Storm Erin August 14-20.

October 3

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Lancaster, PA, where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom 
Corps volunteer Kennedy Kulish.
In the afternoon, the President met with family members of a soldier 
killed in the war on terror. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

October 4

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced the designation of the following individuals as 
members of the Presidential delegation to attend the Vilnius Energy 
Security Conference on October 10 and 11 in Vilnius, Lithuania: Jeffrey 
C. Sell (head of delegation); John A. 
Cloud; and Karen Alderman Harbert.

October 5

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the evening, at the Hay-Adams Hotel, the President and Mrs. Bush 
attended a reception to celebrate the publication of Jenna Bush's book, ``Ana's Story: A Journey of Hope.''
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia to 
the White House on October 18.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Joseph Kabila of the Democratic Republic of 
the Congo to the White House on October 26.
The President announced his intention to nominate Gus P. 
Coldebella as General Counsel at the 
Department of Homeland Security.

October 6

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Camp David, MD.

October 7

In the morning, the President traveled to Emmitsburg, MD.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Camp David, MD.

October 8

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

October 9

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a telephone conversation with President Roh Moo-hyun of South Korea.

October 10

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Yamile 
Llanes Labrada and Shirlen 
Garcia, the wife and daughter of Cuban 
political prisoner Jose Luis Garcia Paneque, who was arrested in Cuba on March 18, 2003.

October 11

In the morning, in the Situation Room, the President had a video 
teleconference with Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq. Later, he had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an 
interview with the Wall Street Journal. Later, in the Library, he 
participated in an interview with Maria Bartiromo of CNBC's ``Closing Bell.''
Later in the afternoon, on the South Portico, the President participated 
in a photo opportunity with the Ballou Senior High School Marching Band 
of Washington, DC. Later, in the East Room, he dropped by a screening of 
``Ballou: A Documentary Film,'' which was hosted by Mrs. Bush.
The President announced his intention to nominate Simon C. Gros to be Assistant Secretary of Transportation 
(Governmental Affairs).

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The President announced his intention to nominate Deborah K. 
Jones to be Ambassador to Kuwait.
The President announced his intention to nominate Patrick F. 
Kennedy to be Under Secretary of State 
(Management).
The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph J. Murin to be President of the Government National Mortgage 
Association.
The President announced that he has named David M. Clark as Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy Director 
of Presidential Personnel.
The President announced that he has named John P. Bailey as Special Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy.
The President announced that he has named Therese Burch as Special Assistant to the President and Deputy 
Director of Advance.
The President announced that he has named Christopher 
Papagianis as Special Assistant to 
the President for Domestic Policy.
The President announced that he has named Michael Y. Scudder, 
Jr., as Senior Associate Counsel to 
the President, National Security Council Legal Advisor, and General 
Counsel.

October 12

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Pinellas Park, FL, where, upon arrival, he met with USA 
Freedom Corps volunteer Brenda Guinand. Then, 
at a private residence, he attended a Republican National Committee 
luncheon.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to Miami, FL, where he met with 
Cuban American community leaders. Later, he traveled to the Bush Ranch 
in Crawford, TX.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of Uganda to 
the White House on October 30.

October 13

In the morning, at the Bush Ranch in Crawford, TX, the President had an 
intelligence briefing.

October 15

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Bentonville, AR, where, upon arrival, he met with USA 
Freedom Corps volunteer, Caroline Worley. He 
then traveled to Rogers, AR, where he toured Stribling Packaging, Inc.
Later in the morning, at the Whole Hog Cafe, the President had lunch 
with business and civic leaders.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to Memphis, TN, where, upon 
arrival, he met with USA Freedom Corps volunteer Chi Zhang. Then, at a private residence, he attended a Lamar 
Alexander for Senate and Tennessee Victory 
reception. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the 
evening.

October 16

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Residence, the President met with Tenzin 
Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Nambaryn Enkhbayar of Mongolia to the 
White House on October 22.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Giorgio Napolitano of Italy to the White 
House on December 11.
The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister 
Romano Prodi of Italy to the White House on 
February 4, 2008.

October 17

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

October 18

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced his intention to nominate Allan I. 
Mendelowitz to be a member of the Board 
of Directors of the Federal Housing Finance Board.
The President announced his intention to nominate the following 
individuals to be members of the Broadcasting Board of Governors:

    Joaquin F. Blaya;
    Edward E. Kaufman;
    Susan M. McCue;
    Dennis M. Mulhaupt; and
    Steven J. Simmons.

The President announced his intention to designate Paul A. 
Schneider as Acting Deputy Secretary of 
Homeland Security.

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October 19

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had breakfast with Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Nicolas Sarkozy of France to Washington, DC, 
on November 6-7.

October 20

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush traveled to Laurel, MD, where they toured the Patuxent 
Research Refuge. They then traveled to St. Michaels, MD.
Later in the morning, the President participated in an interview with 
Chris and Melissa Fischer of ESPN's ``Offshore Adventures'' program.
In the afternoon, at the Vice President's residence, the President and 
Mrs. Bush had lunch with Vice President Dick Cheney and his wife Lynne. Later, 
they returned to Washington, DC.

October 21

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with 
Governor-elect Piyush ``Bobby'' Jindal of 
Louisiana to congratulate him on his election victory.

October 22

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with 
President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. He 
then had an intelligence briefing. Later, he had a video teleconference 
with Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq.
In the afternoon, the President had lunch with President Nambaryn 
Enkhbayar of Mongolia. Then, in the Oval 
Office, the President met with veterans, leaders of military service 
organizations, and family members of a marine who was killed in the war 
on terror. Later, he had two telephone conversations with Governor 
Arnold A. Schwarzenegger of 
California to discuss the wildfires in southern California.
During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with 
President Abdullah Gul of Turkey.
In the evening, at Decatur House, the President attended a Republican 
Governors Association reception.

October 23

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with 
Governor Arnold A. Schwarzenegger 
of California to discuss the wildfires in southern California.
In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with 
Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator 
R. David Paulison, who briefed him on 
damage and recovery efforts in southern California.
The President announced his intention to nominate James Shinn to be Assistant Secretary of Defense (Asian and Pacific 
Security Affairs).
The President announced his intention to nominate Robert A. 
Sturgell to be Administrator of the 
Federal Aviation Administration.
The President declared an emergency in California and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local response efforts in the area struck by 
wildfires beginning on October 21 and continuing.

October 24

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a video teleconference with Secretary of Homeland Security Michael 
Chertoff, Federal Emergency Management 
Agency Administrator R. David Paulison, 
Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne, 
Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon England, 
Acting Secretary of Agriculture Charles F. Conner, and Gen. Victor E. Renuart, Jr., USAF, commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command 
and U.S. Northern Command, to discuss the wildfires in southern 
California.
The President declared a major disaster in California and ordered 
Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area 
struck by wildfires beginning on October 21 and continuing.

October 25

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to San Diego, CA, where, aboard Marine One, he took an aerial 
tour of the areas damaged by the wildfires. He then traveled to 
Escondido, CA.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC, arriving in 
the evening.

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The President announced his intention to nominate Steven R. 
Chealander to be a member of the 
National Transportation Safety Board.
The President announced his intention to nominate John H. Gibson to be Assistant Secretary of the Air Force (Financial 
Management).
The President announced his intention to nominate Mark V. 
Rosenker to be Chairman of the National 
Transportation Safety Board.
The President announced his intention to appoint Kenneth C. Canterbury, 
Jr., as a member of the Medal of 
Valor Review Board (Law Enforcement).
The President announced that he has named Brian V. McCormack as Deputy Assistant to the President for Strategic 
Initiatives and External Affairs.

October 26

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

October 27

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

October 29

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Philadelphia, PA, where, upon arrival in the afternoon, he 
met with Lew Bennett III.
Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Bryn Mawr, PA, where, 
at a private residence, he attended a Pennsylvania Victory 2008 
reception. Later, he traveled to Cincinnati, OH, where, upon arrival, he 
met with USA Freedom Corps volunteers Sharon 
and L.C. Nolan. Then, at a private residence, he 
attended a Chabot-Ohio Victory Committee 
reception.
In the evening, at the Montgomery Inn Boathouse, the President dropped 
by a birthday party for Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Bench. He then returned to Washington, DC.

October 30

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had separate telephone conversations with United Nations Secretary-
General Ban Ki-moon and President-elect Cristina 
E. Fernandez de Kirchner 
of Argentina.
The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister 
Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to the 
White House on November 5.
The President announced his intention to nominate Carl T. 
Johnson to be Administrator of the Pipeline 
and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration at the Department of 
Transportation.
The President announced his intention to nominate Lt. Gen. James B. 
Peake, USA (Ret.), to be Secretary of 
Veterans Affairs.
The President announced his intention to appoint Jody L. 
Williams as a member of the Utah 
Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation Commission.

October 31

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
During the day, the President participated in a meeting on the National 
Strategy for Information Sharing. Later, in the Oval Office, he 
participated in a bill signing ceremony for H.R. 3678, the Internet Tax 
Freedom Act Amendments Act of 2007, which was assigned Public Law No. 
110-108.
The President announced his intention to nominate Edward T. 
Schafer to be Secretary of Agriculture.

November 1

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a 
photo opportunity with the 2007 Little League World Series champion 
Warner Robins, Georgia, Little League team. Later, on the North Portico, 
he participated in a photo opportunity with recipients of the 2006 
Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers.
In the evening, at a private residence, the President attended a 
Republican National Committee regents dinner.

November 2

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Columbia, SC, where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom 
Corps volunteer Graham Van Schaik. He then 
met with Lt. Andrew Kinard, USMC, who was 
wounded in Iraq on October 29, 2006.
Later in the morning, at a private residence, the President attended a 
Graham Victory 2008 reception.

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In the afternoon, the President traveled to Fort Jackson, SC, where, 
upon arrival, he greeted U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School students. 
He then visited the Fit To Win course. Later, he traveled to Camp David, 
MD, arriving in the evening.

November 3

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

November 4

During the day, the President returned to Washington, DC.

November 5

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a 
photo opportunity with the U.S. Walker Cup team.
The President announced his intention to nominate Charles A. 
Gargano to be Ambassador to Austria.
The President announced his intention to nominate Mary Ann 
Glendon to be Ambassador to the Holy See.
The President announced his intention to nominate Eric J. 
Tanenblatt to be a member of the Board of 
Directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service.
The President announced his intention to nominate Elizabeth F. 
Bagley, Victoria Clarke, and William J. Hybl to 
be members of the U.S. Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy.

November 6

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the evening, on the North Portico, the President and Mrs. Bush 
greeted President Nicolas Sarkozy of France. 
Later, in the East Room, they hosted entertainment for President 
Sarkozy.

November 7

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a telephone conversation with President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan to express his condolences for the loss 
of life due to the November 6 suicide bombing in Baghlan Province. He 
then had a telephone conversation with President Pervez 
Musharraf of Pakistan.
In the afternoon, the President and President Nicolas Sarkozy of France traveled to President George Washington's 
Estate in Mount Vernon, VA, where they met in the Large Dining Room and 
toured the grounds. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

November 8

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Houston, TX. While en route aboard Air Force One, he had 
separate telephone conversations with Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel and Poland's Ambassador to Iraq Gen. Edward 
Pietrzyk, who was wounded in Iraq on October 
3. Upon arrival in Houston, he met separately with USA Freedom Corps 
volunteer Patrick Kuykendall and the crew 
of the space shuttle Discovery.
In the afternoon, at a private residence, the President attended a 
Texans for Senator John Cornyn and Texas Victory 
reception. Later, he traveled to San Antonio, TX, where, upon arrival, 
he met with USA Freedom Corps volunteer Gloria Sanchez. He then toured the Center for the Intrepid at Brooke 
Army Medical Center.
Later in the afternoon, at a private residence, the President attended a 
fundraiser for Senator John Cornyn.
In the evening, the President traveled to the Bush Ranch in Crawford, 
TX.
The President announced his intention to nominate Mary Beth Long to be Assistant Secretary of Defense (International 
Security Affairs).
The President announced his intention to nominate Patricia M. 
Haslach to be accorded the rank of 
Ambassador during the performance of her duties as U.S. Senior 
Coordinator for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.

November 9

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the evening, the President and Mrs. Bush hosted a social dinner for 
Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany and her 
husband Joachim Sauer.

November 10

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

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In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush had lunch with Chancellor 
Angela Merkel of Germany and her husband 
Joachim Sauer.

November 11

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Waco, TX. Later, he returned 
to the Bush Ranch in Crawford, TX.

November 12

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
participated in an interview with Bret Baier of 
FOX News.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush returned to Washington, 
DC.
The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister 
Yasuo Fukuda of Japan to the White House on 
November 16.

November 13

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a telephone conversation with President-elect Alvaro Colom 
Caballeros of Guatemala. He then 
traveled to Louisville, KY, where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom 
Corps volunteer Paul Carmony.
Later in the morning, the President traveled to New Albany, IN.
In the afternoon, the President participated in an interview with David 
Asman of FOX Business Network. Later, he 
returned to Washington, DC.
The White House announced that the President will welcome First Vice 
President of the Government of National Unity of Sudan and President of 
Southern Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit to 
the White House on November 15.

November 14

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President participated in an interview with 
Glamour magazine. Later, in the Grand Foyer, he and Mrs. Bush 
participated in a photo opportunity with crew members of the space 
shuttles Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavour and the crew members of 
International Space Station Expeditions 14 and 15. Then, in the State 
Dining Room, he participated in a photo opportunity with the National 
Troopers' Coalition.
The White House announced that the President will welcome First Minister 
Ian R.K. Paisley and Deputy First Minister 
Martin McGuinness of Northern Ireland to 
the White House on December 7.

November 15

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with First Vice 
President of the Government of National Unity of Sudan and President of 
Southern Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit.
The President announced his intention to nominate Grace C. 
Becker to be Assistant Attorney General 
(Civil Rights) at the Department of Justice.
The President announced his intention to nominate Mark R. Filip to be Deputy Attorney General at the Department of 
Justice.
The President announced his intention to nominate Nathan J. 
Hochman to be Assistant Attorney General 
(Tax Division) at the Department of Justice.
The President announced his intention to nominate Gregory G. 
Katsas to be Assistant Attorney General 
(Civil Division) at the Department of Justice.
The President announced his intention to nominate Kevin J. 
O'Connor to be Associate Attorney General 
at the Department of Justice.
The President announced his intention to nominate Goli Ameri to be Assistant Secretary of State (Educational and 
Cultural Affairs).
The President announced his intention to nominate Craig W. 
Duehring to be Assistant Secretary of the 
Air Force (Manpower and Reserve Affairs).
The President announced his intention to nominate Ana M. 
Guevara to be U.S. Alternate Executive 
Director of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
The President announced his intention to nominate Tracy R. 
Justesen to be Assistant Secretary for 
Special Education and Rehabilitative Services at the Department of 
Education.
The President announced his intention to nominate Eric M. 
Thorson to be Inspector General at the 
Department of the Treasury.
The President announced his intention to nominate Neel T. 
Kashkari to be Assistant Secretary of the 
Treasury (International Affairs).
The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas C. 
Carper, Nancy A. Naples, and Denver Stutler, Jr., 
to be members of the Reform Board (AMTRAK).

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November 16

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President had a working lunch with Prime Minister 
Yasuo Fukuda of Japan. Later, in the Oval 
Office, he participated in a photo opportunity with the recipients of 
the 2006 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and 
Engineering Mentoring.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Elias Antonio Saca Gonzalez of 
El Salvador to the White House on November 29.
The President announced that he has nominated Larry W. Walther to be Director of the Trade and Development Agency.

November 17

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

November 19

In the morning, the President was briefed by Deputy Secretary of State 
John D. Negroponte on his trip to 
Pakistan and his meetings with President Pervez Musharraf. He then had an intelligence briefing.
Later in the morning, the President traveled to Richmond, VA, where, 
upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom Corps volunteer Paul Anderson. He 
then visited the Central Virginia Foodbank. Later, he traveled to 
Charles City, VA.
In the afternoon, the President visited the Thanksgiving Shrine at 
Berkeley Plantation. Later, he returned to Washington, DC. While en 
route aboard Air Force One, he participated in an interview with 
syndicated columnist Kathleen Parker.

November 20

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush traveled to Camp David, MD. They then participated in an 
interview with Charles Gibson of ``ABC World 
News Tonight with Charles Gibson.''
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush participated in an 
interview with People magazine.

November 21

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced his intention to nominate Neil Romano to be Assistant Secretary of Labor (Disability 
Employment Policy) and, upon confirmation, appoint him as a member of 
the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely 
Disabled.
The President announced his intention to nominate Douglas H. 
Shulman to be Commissioner of Internal 
Revenue at the Department of the Treasury.
The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of the Advisory Council to the Board of Governors 
of the American Red Cross:

    Michael Chertoff;
    Robert M. Gates;
    Carlos M. Gutierrez;
    Michael O. Leavitt;
    Michael G. Mullen;
    Condoleezza Rice; and
    Margaret Spellings.

November 22

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had several Thanksgiving holiday telephone conversations with members of 
the U.S. military.

November 23

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

November 24

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush returned to Washington, 
DC.

November 26

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Situation Room, he had a video teleconference with Prime Minister 
Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with former Vice 
President Albert A. Gore, Jr. Later, in the Oval 
Office, he participated in a photo opportunity with 2007 Nobel Prize 
recipients Mario R. Capecchi, Oliver 
Smithies, Eric S. Maskin, Roger B. Myerson, former Vice 
President Gore, Susan Solomon, Sharon L. Hays, and Harlan 
L. Watson.

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November 27

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, where, at Buchanan 
House, he greeted and met with Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel and President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. Later, in 
the Oval Office, he met with Chairman Abdul Aziz al-Hakim of the Supreme Council for the Islamic Revolution in 
Iraq. Then, also in the Oval Office, he participated in an interview 
with the Associated Press.
The President announced his intention to appoint Abigail 
Thernstrom as a member of the U.S. 
Commission on Civil Rights and, upon appointment, to redesignate her as 
Vice Chairperson.
The President announced his intention to appoint Peter N. 
Kirsanow as a member of the U.S. 
Commission on Civil Rights.

November 28

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Oval Office, he met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Yang 
Jiechi of China.
In the afternoon, the President participated in an interview with Wolf 
Blitzer of CNN. He then participated in an 
interview with conservative columnists.
The President announced that he has named Terri Teuber Moore as Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy 
Director of Communications for Policy and Planning.
The President announced that he has named Luke R. Frans as Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Director 
of Political Affairs.
The President announced that he has named Robert P. Kadlec as Special Assistant to the President for Homeland 
Security and Senior Director for Biological Defense Policy.
The President announced that he has named Marie O'Neill 
Sciarrone as Special Assistant to 
the President for Homeland Security and Senior Director for 
Cybersecurity and Information Sharing Policy.

November 29

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
the Oval Office, he participated in a photo opportunity with the U.S. 
Solheim Cup women's golf team.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to Arlington, VA. Later, he 
returned to Washington, DC.
In the evening, the President attended a holiday reception.

November 30

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush traveled to Mount Airy, MD, where, at the Calvary United 
Methodist Church, they participated in a meeting on World AIDS Day.
In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush returned to Washington, 
DC.
In the evening, the President attended a holiday reception.
The President announced his intention to nominate Jonathan S. 
Adelstein to be a Commissioner of the 
Federal Communications Commission.
The President announced his intention to nominate Michael E. 
Fryzel to be a member of the National 
Credit Union Administration Board and, upon confirmation, to designate 
him as Chairperson.
The President announced his intention to nominate David R. Hill to be Assistant Administrator of the Environmental 
Protection Agency (Air and Radiation).
The President announced his intention to nominate Charles W. Larson, 
Jr., to be Ambassador to Latvia.
The President announced his intention to nominate Francis Mulvey to be a member of the Surface Transportation Board.
The President announced his intention to appoint Peter W. 
Tredick as a member of the Presidential 
Emergency Board No. 242 and, upon appointment, to designate him as 
Chair.
The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of the Presidential Emergency Board No. 242:

    Ira F. Jaffe;
    Joshua M. Javits;
    Annette M. Sandberg; and
    Helen Mercer Witt.

The President announced his intention to appoint Edward F. 
Crawford and Linda Maynor as members of the Board of Governors of the United 
Service Organizations, Inc.
The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of

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the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Access Board:

    Douglas Anderson;
    John G. Box;
    Ronald J. Gardner;
    James R. Harding II;
    Neil K. Melick; and
    Gary L. Talbot.

The President announced his intention to designate Grace C. 
Becker as Acting Assistant Attorney General 
(Civil Rights).
The President announced his intention to designate Nelson M. Ford as Acting Under Secretary of the Army.
The President declared a major disaster in Indiana and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas struck 
by severe storms and flooding August 15-27.

December 1

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

December 2

During the day, in the East Room, the President and Mrs. Bush hosted a 
reception for Kennedy Center honorees.
In the evening, the President and Mrs. Bush attended the Kennedy Center 
Honors Gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

December 3

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the evening, the President and Mrs. Bush hosted the Congressional 
Ball.
The President announced that he has named Daniel M. Price as Assistant to the President for International Economic 
Affairs.

December 4

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with 
President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. 
Later, he had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, at the historic Evermay house, the President and Mrs. 
Bush attended a Republican National Committee luncheon.
The President announced his designation of the following individuals as 
members of a Presidential delegation to attend the inauguration of 
Cristina E. Fernandez de Kirchner as President of Argentina on December 10: Elaine L. 
Chao (head of delegation); and E. Anthony 
Wayne.
The President announced that he has nominated Gregory B. Jaczko to be a member of the Nuclear Regulatory 
Commission.
The President announced that he has nominated Hector E. Morales to be Permanent Representative of the United States 
to the Organization of American States (with the rank of Ambassador).
The President announced that he has nominated John J. Sullivan to be Deputy Secretary of Commerce.

December 5

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Omaha, NE, where, upon arrival, he met with USA Freedom 
Corps volunteer Martha Connot. He then toured 
OneWorld Community Health Centers.
Later in the morning, at a private residence, the President attended a 
Johanns for Senate reception.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

December 6

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with 
President Hu Jintao of China. He then had an 
intelligence briefing. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with leaders of 
prodemocracy political parties and nongovernmental organizations from 
Belarus.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Umaru Yar'Adua of Nigeria to the White House 
on December 13.

December 7

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President announced that he has named Charles P. Blahous 
III as Deputy Assistant to the 
President for Economic Policy and Deputy Director of the National 
Economic Council.
The President announced that he has named Gordon Johndroe as Deputy Assistant to the President, Deputy Press 
Secretary, and National Security Council Spokesman.
The President announced that he has named John M. Herrmann II as Special Assistant to

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the President and Senior Director for International Trade, Energy, and 
the Environment on the National Security Council.
The President announced that he has named Sally McDonough 
Niemiec as Special Assistant to the 
President and Director of Communications and Press Secretary to the 
First Lady.
The President announced that he has named David Sherzer as Special Assistant to the President for Strategic 
Initiatives and External Affairs.

December 8

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The President declared a major disaster in Oregon and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides beginning on December 
1 and continuing.
The President declared a major disaster in Washington and ordered 
Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area 
struck by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides beginning 
on December 1 and continuing.

December 9

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Bush went to the National 
Building Museum, where they participated in the taping of the annual 
``Christmas in Washington'' concert for later television broadcast.

December 10

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

December 11

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
was briefed by Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff on the winter storms in the Midwest. Then, in Room 
350 of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building, he 
participated in a meeting on the ``Monitoring the Future'' report on 
teen drug use.
Later in the morning, the President participated in an interview with 
Martha Raddatz of ABC News. Then, in the 
Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with President Giorgio 
Napolitano of Italy.
In the afternoon, the President met with leaders of the U.S. 
broadcasting services and Broadcasting Board of Governors Chairman James 
K. Glassman.
In the evening, the President and Mrs. Bush participated in an interview 
with Martha Raddatz of ABC News. They then 
attended a holiday reception.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President Alan 
Garcia Perez of Peru to the White House on 
December 14.
The President announced his intention to nominate Yousif B. 
Ghafari to be Ambassador to Slovenia.
The President announced his intention to nominate James K. 
Glassman to be Under Secretary of State 
(Public Diplomacy) with the rank of Ambassador.
The President announced his intention to nominate Stanley C. 
Suboleski to be Assistant Secretary of 
Energy (Fossil Energy).
The President announced his intention to nominate Jon 
Wellinghoff to be a member of the Federal 
Energy Regulatory Commission.
The President announced his intention to appoint the following 
individuals as members of the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and 
Negotiations:

    Sheldon G. Adelson;
    William P. ``Phil'' Gramm;
    Harold McGraw III;
    George E. ``Sonny'' Perdue; and
    Faryar Shirzad.

The President declared an emergency in Oklahoma and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local response efforts in the area struck by 
severe winter storms beginning on December 8 and continuing.

December 12

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had separate telephone conversations with U.S. Representatives-elect 
Robert J. Wittman of Virginia and Robert 
E. Latta of Ohio to congratulate them on 
their election victories.
The President announced his intention to nominate Robert F. Cohen, 
Jr., to be a member of the Federal Mine 
Safety and Health Review Commission.
The President announced his intention to nominate Marcia S.B. 
Bernicat to be Ambassador to Senegal 
and Guinea-Bissau.

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The President declared an emergency in Missouri and ordered Federal aid 
to supplement State and local response efforts in the area struck by 
severe winter storms beginning on December 8 and continuing.
The President declared an emergency in Kansas and ordered Federal aid to 
supplement State and local response efforts in the area struck by severe 
winter storms beginning on December 6 and continuing.

December 13

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with 
President Abdelaziz Bouteflika of 
Algeria to express his condolences for the loss of life due to the 
December 11 bombings in Algiers. Later, he had an intelligence briefing.
In the evening, the President attended two holiday receptions.

December 14

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with President 
Alan Garcia Perez of Peru. Later, at the 
State Department, he and Mrs. Bush attended a holiday reception for the 
diplomatic corps.
The President announced his intention to nominate David J. 
Kramer to be Assistant Secretary of State 
for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor and to appoint him as a member of 
the Congressional Executive Commission on the People's Republic of China 
and as an Executive Branch Commissioner-Observer on the Commission on 
Security and Cooperation in Europe.
The President announced his intention to appoint Donald J. 
Wright as Alternate Representative of the 
U.S. on the Executive Board of the World Health Organization.

December 15

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

December 17

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
traveled to Fredericksburg, VA.
In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

December 18

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a 
bill signing ceremony for H.R. 3315, designating the Great Hall of the 
Capitol Visitor Center as Emancipation Hall.
The White House announced that the President will travel to Israel, the 
West Bank, Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and 
Egypt January 8-16, 2008.
The President announced his intention to nominate Irene B. 
Brooks to be Chairman and Samuel W. Speck to 
be a Commissioner of the International Joint Commission of the United 
States and Canada.
The President announced his intention to nominate Robert G. 
McSwain to be Director of the Indian 
Health Service within the Public Health Service at the Department of 
Health and Human Services.
The President announced his intention to nominate Deanna Tanner 
Okun to be Deputy U.S. Trade 
Representative with the rank of Ambassador.
The President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe winter storms on December 8 and continuing.

December 19

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in 
front of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building, he and Vice 
President Dick Cheney thanked Washington, DC, 
firefighters who responded to a fire in the Vice President's ceremonial 
office.
In the afternoon, the President traveled to the National Naval Medical 
Center in Bethesda, MD, where he visited with wounded U.S. military 
personnel and presented Purple Heart medals to servicemembers. He then 
returned to Washington, DC.

December 20

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President visited Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 
where he met with wounded U.S. military personnel and presented Purple 
Heart medals to soldiers.

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December 21

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush traveled to Camp David, MD.

December 22

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

December 24

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
During the day, the President had several Christmas holiday telephone 
conversations with members of the U.S. military.

December 25

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

December 26

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
and Mrs. Bush traveled to the Bush Ranch in Crawford, TX, arriving in 
the afternoon.

December 27

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with 
President Pervez Musharraf of Pakistan to 
express his condolences for the assassination of former Prime Minister 
Benazir Bhutto.
The President declared a major disaster in Missouri and ordered Federal 
aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by 
severe winter storms beginning on December 6 and continuing.

December 28

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.
The White House announced that the President will welcome President 
Abdullah Gul of Turkey to the White House on 
January 8.

December 29

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing.

December 31

In the morning, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he 
had a telephone conversation with President Alvaro Uribe Velez of Colombia.