United States Government Publishing Office publisher pbl distributor dst United States National Archives and Records Administration Office of the Federal Register author aut Government Organization text government publication eng PPP Budget and Presidential Materials 2008_public_papers_vol1_misc executive 2013-03-25 Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration 2008-01-01 continuing semiannual deposited born digital 1024 p. AE 2.114: https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1 P0b002ee183e8c64e 000636663 DGPO 2013-03-25 2022-01-26 PPP-2008-book1 machine generated eng fdlp PPP PPP-2008-book1 1 2008-01-01 2008-06-30 Bush, George W. George W. Bush George Bush George Walker Bush 1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1.pdf PPP 2008, Book 1 George W. 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Bush (2008, Book I); Front Matter FRONTMATTER PPP-2008-book1-frontmatter-pgi 1 true Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1 pap_text2008bk1-1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1.pdf 1 1 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Departure From Waco, Texas PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1 2 2008-01-01 The President spoke at 10:35 a.m. at Texas State Technical College. A tape was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1-2 pap_text2008bk1-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1-2.pdf 1 9 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 1 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Nahum Barnea and Shimon Shiffer of Yedioth Ahronoth PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg1-2 3 2008-01-02 The interview was taped at 9:55 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tzipora ``Tzipi'' Livni and Minister of Defense Ehud Barak of Israel; President Mahmoud Abbas and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad of the Palestinian Authority; and former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom, Quartet Representative in the Middle East. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 4. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg9.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg9.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg9 pap_text2008bk1-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg9 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg9.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg9.pdf 9 18 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 9 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Foreign Print Media PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg9 4 2008-01-04 The interview was taped at 10:25 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; President Mahmoud Abbas and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad of the Palestinian Authority; former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom, Quartet Representative in the Middle East; Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon; King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa of Bahrain; Amir Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jabir al-Sabah of Kuwait; Minister of Foreign Affairs Saud al-Faysal bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia; King Mohamed VI of Morocco; President Abdelaziz Bouteflika of Algeria; President Mohamed Hosni Mubarak of Egypt; and United Nations Secretary- General's Special Envoy for Darfur Jan Eliasson. A reporter referred to President Nicolas Sarkozy of France. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg18.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg18.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg18 pap_text2008bk1-4 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg18 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg18.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg18.pdf 18 19 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 18 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With the President's Working Group on Financial Markets PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg18 5 2008-01-04 The President spoke at 1:47 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg19.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg19.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg19 pap_text2008bk1-5 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg19 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg19.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg19.pdf 19 20 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 19 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg19 6 2008-01-05 The address was recorded at 7:45 a.m. on January 4 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on January 5. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 4, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg20.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg20.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg20 pap_text2008bk1-6 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg20 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg20.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg20.pdf 20 24 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 20 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Yonit Levi of Channel 2 News of Isreal PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg20 7 2008-01-04 The interview was taped at 4:05 p.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel; and President Mahmud Ahmadi-nejad of Iran. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 6. Portions of this interview could not be verified because the tape was incomplete. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg24.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg24.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg24 pap_text2008bk1-7 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg24 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg24.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg24.pdf 24 26 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 24 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Hisham Bourar of Alhurra Television PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg24 8 2008-01-04 The interview was taped at 4:22 p.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud and Minister of Foreign Affairs Saud al-Faysal bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia; President Bashar al-Asad of Syria; and Gen. Michel Sleiman, commander, Lebanese Armed Forces. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 6. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg26.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg26.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg26 pap_text2008bk1-8 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg26 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg26.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg26.pdf 26 32 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 26 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Nadia Bilbassy Charters Bilbassy of Al Arabiya Television PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg26 9 2008-01-04 The interview was taped at 4:37 p.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel; Gen. Michel Sleiman, commander, Lebanese Armed Forces; President Bashar al- Asad of Syria; President Nicolas Sarkozy and former President Jacques Chirac of France; Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon; Adm. William J. ``Fox'' Fallon, USN, commander, U.S. Central Command; and Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 6. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg32.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg32.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg32 pap_text2008bk1-9 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg32 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg32.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg32.pdf 32 36 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 32 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at Horace Greeley Elementary School in Chicago, Illinois PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg32 10 2008-01-07 The President spoke at 10:46 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Carlos G. Azcoitia, principal, Horace Greeley Elementary School; Mayor Richard M. Daley of Chicago, IL; Rufus Williams, president, Chicago Board of Education; and Arne Duncan, chief executive officer, Chicago Public Schools. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36 pap_text2008bk1-10 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36.pdf 36 36 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 36 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With the Chicago 2016 Bid Committee and United States Olympic Committee Members in Chicago PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36 11 2008-01-07 The President spoke at 11:35 a.m. at the Union League Club of Chicago. In his remarks, he referred to Mayor Richard M. Daley of Chicago, IL. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36-2 pap_text2008bk1-11 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36-2.pdf 36 41 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 36 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the National Economy in Chicago PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg36-2 12 2008-01-07 The President spoke at 1:18 p.m. at the Union League Club of Chicago. In his remarks, he referred to Mayor Richard M. Daley of Chicago, IL. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41 pap_text2008bk1-12 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41.pdf 41 41 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 41 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Kenya PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41 13 2008-01-07 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41-2 pap_text2008bk1-13 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41-2.pdf 41 43 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 41 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Abdullah Gul of Turkey PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg41-2 14 2008-01-08 The President spoke at 11:54 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to the Kurdistan Worker's Party (PKK). President Gul spoke in Turkish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg43.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg43.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg43 pap_text2008bk1-14 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg43 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg43.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg43.pdf 43 46 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 43 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Video Teleconference With Iraq Provincial Reconstruction Team Leaders and Brigade Combat Commanders and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg43 15 2008-01-08 The President spoke at 2:12 p.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; Prime Minister Nuri al- Maliki of Iraq; Kristin Hagerstrom, team leader, Ramadi Embedded Provincial Reconstruction Team; John Jones, team leader, Diyala Provincial Reconstruction Team; John Smith, team leader, Embedded Provincial Reconstruction Team, Baghdad 7; and Riyadh Samarrai, leader of the Adhamiya Awakening group, who was killed by a suicide bomber in Baghdad on January 8. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg46.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg46.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg46 pap_text2008bk1-15 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg46 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg46.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg46.pdf 46 47 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 46 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Peace Efforts in Sudan PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg46 16 2008-01-08 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47 pap_text2008bk1-16 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47.pdf 47 47 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 47 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Welcoming Ceremony in Tel Aviv, Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47 17 2008-01-09 The President spoke at 12:23 p.m. at Ben Gurion International Airport. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47-2 pap_text2008bk1-17 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47-2.pdf 47 49 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 47 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Shimon Peres of Israel in Jerusalem, Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg47-2 18 2008-01-09 The President spoke at 3:12 p.m. at the President's Residence. President Peres referred to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice; and President Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen) of the Palestinian Authority. A portion of these remarks could not be verified because the tape was incomplete. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg49.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg49.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg49 pap_text2008bk1-18 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg49 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg49.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg49.pdf 49 57 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 49 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg49 19 2008-01-09 The President's news conference began at 6:36 p.m. at the Prime Minister's residence. In his remarks, he referred to President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; Lt. Gen. Keith W. Dayton, USA, U.S. Security Coordinator to Israel and the Palestinian Authority; and former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom, Quartet Representative in the Middle East. Prime Minister Olmert referred to Knesset Member and Yisrael Beiteinu Party leader Avigdor Lieberman and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tzipora ``Tzipi'' Livni of Israel; and former Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei (Abu Ala) of the Palestinian Authority. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg57.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg57.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg57 pap_text2008bk1-19 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg57 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg57.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg57.pdf 57 64 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 57 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah, Palestinian Territories PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg57 20 2008-01-10 The President's news conference began at 11:12 a.m. at the Muqata. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; Lt. Gen. William M. Fraser III, USAF, U.S. monitor of the Israeli-Palestinian roadmap peace plan; Lt. Gen. Keith W. Dayton, USA, U.S. security coordinator to Israel and the Palestinian Authority; and former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom, Quartet Representative in the Middle East. A reporter referred to Prime Minister Salam Fayyad of the Palestinian Authority. President Abbas and some reporters spoke in Arabic, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg64.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg64.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg64 pap_text2008bk1-20 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg64 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg64.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg64.pdf 64 65 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 64 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Visit to the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg64 21 2008-01-10 The President spoke at 2:46 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Khouloud Daibes of the Palestinian Authority. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg65.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg65.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg65 pap_text2008bk1-21 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg65 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg65.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg65.pdf 65 66 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 65 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Middle East Peace Process in Jerusalem, Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg65 22 2008-01-10 The President spoke at 5:27 p.m. at the King David Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; and President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66 pap_text2008bk1-22 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66.pdf 66 66 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 66 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Visit to Yad Vashem in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66 23 2008-01-11 The President spoke at 9:43 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to President Shimon Peres and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; and Avner Shalev, chairman, Yad Vashem Directorate. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66-2 pap_text2008bk1-23 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66-2.pdf 66 70 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 66 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Senior Administration Officials and an Exchange With Reporters at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg66-2 24 2008-01-12 The President spoke at 10:05 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force-- Iraq; and Amir Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jabir al-Sabah of Kuwait. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg70.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg70.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg70 pap_text2008bk1-24 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg70 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg70.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg70.pdf 70 72 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 70 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to Military Personnel at Camp Arifjan PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg70 25 2008-01-12 The President spoke at 10:38 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to CSM Don Harbin, USA, command sergeant major, Area Support Group--Kuwait; Lt. Gen. James L. Lovelace, USA, commanding general, 3d Army; and Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg72.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg72.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg72 pap_text2008bk1-25 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg72 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg72.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg72.pdf 72 73 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 72 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Discussion on Democracy and Development With Kuwaiti Women in Kuwait City, Kuwait PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg72 26 2008-01-12 The President spoke at 12:03 p.m. at the U.S. Embassy. In his remarks, he referred to Deputy Chief of Mission and Charge d'Affaires Alan Misenheimer of the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait; Amir Sabah al-Ahmad al- Jabir al-Sabah of Kuwait; and Jenan Boushehri, former candidate for the Kuwait Municipal Council. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg73.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg73.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg73 pap_text2008bk1-26 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg73 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg73.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg73.pdf 73 74 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 73 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Welcoming Ceremony in Manama, Bahrain PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg73 27 2008-01-12 The President spoke at 3:55 p.m. at Sakhir Palace. In his remarks, he referred to King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa, Crown Prince Sheikh Salman bin Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa, and Prime Minister Khalifa bin Salman al- Khalifa of Bahrain. He also referred to Lateefa al-Geood, who was the first woman elected to the Council of Representatives of the National Assembly of Bahrain in 2006. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg74.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg74.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg74 pap_text2008bk1-27 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg74 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg74.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg74.pdf 74 75 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 74 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg74 28 2008-01-12 The address was recorded at 5:05 p.m. on January 11 at the Bayan Palace Guest House in Kuwait City, Kuwait, for broadcast at 10:06 a.m., e.d.t., on January 12. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 11, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. Due to the 8-hour time difference, the address was broadcast after the President's remarks in Kuwait and Bahrain. In his address, the President referred to Prime Minister Salam Fayyad of the Palestinian Authority. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg75.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg75.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg75 pap_text2008bk1-28 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg75 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg75.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg75.pdf 75 80 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 75 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg75 29 2008-01-13 The President spoke at 3:50 p.m. at the Emirates Palace Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Aida Abdullah Al-Azdi, executive director, Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research; President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; Nobel Prize winner and economist Gary S. Becker; and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80 pap_text2008bk1-29 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80.pdf 80 80 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 80 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Tour of an Alternative Fuel Sources Exhibit in Abu Dhabi PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80 30 2008-01-14 The President spoke at 9:37 a.m. at the Emirates Palace Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Crown Prince Muhammad bin Zayid Al Nuhayyan of Abu Dhabi. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80-2 pap_text2008bk1-30 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80-2.pdf 80 81 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 80 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Discussion With Young Arab Leaders in Dubai, United Arab Emirates PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg80-2 31 2008-01-14 The President spoke at 1:22 p.m. at the Burj Al Arab Hotel. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg81.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg81.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg81 pap_text2008bk1-31 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg81 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg81.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg81.pdf 81 89 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 81 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Journalists in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg81 32 2008-01-15 The interview was taped at 1:16 p.m. at Nasiriyah Guest Palace. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; Minister of Foreign Affairs Saud al-Faysal bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud and King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia; Vice Adm. Kevin J. Cosgriff, USN, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, U.S. 5th Fleet, and Combined Maritime Forces; and Cmdr. Jeffrey James, USN, commanding officer, USS Hopper. A reporter referred to radio personality Don Imus; and King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa of Bahrain. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg89.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg89.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg89 pap_text2008bk1-32 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg89 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg89.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg89.pdf 89 90 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 89 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Discussion With Saudi Entrepreneurs in Riyadh PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg89 33 2008-01-15 The President spoke at 8:51 p.m. at the U.S. Embassy. In his remarks, he referred to U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ford M. Fraker; and King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg90.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg90.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg90 pap_text2008bk1-33 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg90 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg90.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg90.pdf 90 91 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 90 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on Presidential Exemption from the Coastal Zone Management Act PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg90 34 2008-01-15 This memorandum was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 16.

Title 16 Section 1456(c)(1)(B) 16 U.S.C. 1456(c)(1)(B) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg91.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg91.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg91 pap_text2008bk1-34 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg91 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg91.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg91.pdf 91 93 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 91 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Mohamed Hosni Mubarak Hosni of Egypt in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg91 35 2008-01-16 The President spoke at 1:46 p.m. in the Royal Suite Garden at the Four Seasons Resort. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon; and Prime Minister Ahmed Mohamed Nazif of Egypt. President Mubarak spoke partly in Arabic, and those portions of his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg93.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg93.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg93 pap_text2008bk1-35 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg93 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg93.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg93.pdf 93 94 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 93 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Review of Title III of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg93 36 2008-01-16 Identical letters were sent to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., chairman, and Richard G. Lugar, ranking member, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; Robert C. Byrd, chairman, and Thad Cochran, ranking member, Senate Committee on Appropriations; Tom Lantos, chairman, and Ileana Ros- Lehtinen, ranking member, House Committee on Foreign Affairs; and David R. Obey, chairman, and Jerry Lewis, ranking member, House Committee on Appropriations. Public Law 104-114 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94 pap_text2008bk1-36 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94.pdf 94 94 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 94 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With United States Special Envoy to Sudan Richard S. Williamson S. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94 37 2008-01-17 The President spoke at 10:56 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations John C. Danforth, in his capacity as former U.S. Special Envoy to Sudan. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94-2 pap_text2008bk1-37 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94-2.pdf 94 95 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 94 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives Transmitting a Request for Additional Funds for Veterans Resources PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg94-2 38 2008-01-17 Public Law 110-161 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg95.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg95.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg95 pap_text2008bk1-38 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg95 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg95.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg95.pdf 95 97 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 95 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the National Economy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg95 39 2008-01-18 The President spoke at 11:34 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg97.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg97.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg97 pap_text2008bk1-39 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg97 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg97.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg97.pdf 97 98 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 97 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Tour of Wright Manufacturing, Inc., in Frederick, Maryland PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg97 40 2008-01-18 The President spoke at 1:55 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to William Wright, president and chief executive officer, Wright Manufacturing, Inc., and his wife Margie; and Rep. Roscoe G. Bartlett. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98 pap_text2008bk1-40 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98.pdf 98 98 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 98 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Terrorists Who Threaten To Disrupt the Middle East Peace Process PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98 41 2008-01-18 Identical letters were sent to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Richard B. Cheney, President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98-2 pap_text2008bk1-41 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98-2.pdf 98 99 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 98 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg98-2 42 2008-01-19 The address was recorded at 12:15 p.m. on January 18 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on January 19. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 18, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg99.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg99.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg99 pap_text2008bk1-42 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg99 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg99.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg99.pdf 99 100 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 99 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Visit to the Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial Library PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg99 43 2008-01-21 The President spoke at 9:42 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Mayor Adrian M. Fenty of Washington, DC; and Jack Evans, council member, Council of the District of Columbia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg100.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg100.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg100 pap_text2008bk1-43 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg100 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg100.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg100.pdf 100 101 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 100 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to March for Life Participants PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg100 44 2008-01-22 The President spoke at 9:01 a.m. in the East Room at the White House for later broadcast to march participants on the National Mall in Washington, DC. In his remarks, he referred to Nellie J. Gray, president, March for Life Education and Defense Fund. A tape was not available for verification of the content of these remarks. The related National Sanctity of Human Life Day proclamation is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg101.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg101.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg101 pap_text2008bk1-44 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg101 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg101.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg101.pdf 101 102 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 101 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Congressional Leaders PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg101 45 2008-01-22 The President spoke at 2:43 p.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg102.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg102.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg102 pap_text2008bk1-45 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg102 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg102.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg102.pdf 102 103 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 102 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the President's Advisory Council on Financial Literacy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg102 46 2008-01-22 The President spoke at 4:05 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Executive Order 13455, establishing the President's Advisory Council on Financial Literacy, is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg103.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg103.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg103 pap_text2008bk1-46 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg103 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg103.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg103.pdf 103 104 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 103 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress Transmitting the Turkey-United States Agreement Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg103 47 2008-01-22 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 23. The related Presidential determination of January 22 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 42 Section 2153(b) 42 U.S.C. 2153(b) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg104.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg104.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg104 pap_text2008bk1-47 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg104 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg104.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg104.pdf 104 105 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 104 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting the Romania-United States Extradition Treaty and Protocols on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg104 48 2008-01-22 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 23. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg105.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg105.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg105 pap_text2008bk1-48 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg105 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg105.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg105.pdf 105 106 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 105 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting the International Convention on the Control of Harmful Anti-Fouling Systems on Ships PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg105 49 2008-01-22 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 23.

Title 33 Section 2401-2410 33 U.S.C. 2401-2410 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg106.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg106.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg106 pap_text2008bk1-49 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg106 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg106.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg106.pdf 106 107 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 106 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting the Republic of Bulgaria-United States Extradition Treaty and Agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg106 50 2008-01-22 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 23. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg107.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg107.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg107 pap_text2008bk1-50 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg107 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg107.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg107.pdf 107 108 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 107 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Briefing With Mayors on Free Trade Agreements PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg107 51 2008-01-23 The President spoke at 1:45 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108 pap_text2008bk1-51 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108.pdf 108 108 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 108 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Signing an Executive Order To Reform How the United States Reviews National Security Concerns That May Arise From Foreign Investments PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108 52 2008-01-23 The statement referred to Executive Order 13456, which is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108-2 pap_text2008bk1-52 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108-2.pdf 108 109 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 108 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on a Bipartisan Economic Growth Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg108-2 53 2008-01-24 The President spoke at 2:31 p.m. in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg109.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg109.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg109 pap_text2008bk1-53 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg109 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg109.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg109.pdf 109 110 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 109 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Elsa Morejon PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg109 54 2008-01-24 The President spoke at 3 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Yan Valdes Morejon, son of Elsa Morejon; and President Fidel Castro Ruz and Vice President Raul Castro Ruz of Cuba. Ms. Morejon spoke in Spanish, and her remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg110.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg110.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg110 pap_text2008bk1-54 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg110 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg110.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg110.pdf 110 111 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 110 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Congressional Action on Intelligence Reform Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg110 55 2008-01-24 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg111.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg111.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg111 pap_text2008bk1-55 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg111 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg111.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg111.pdf 111 112 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 111 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the ``Congress of Tomorrow'' Luncheon in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg111 56 2008-01-25 The President spoke at 12:47 p.m. at The Greenbrier. In his remarks, he referred to Rep. Tom Price. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg112.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg112.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg112 pap_text2008bk1-56 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg112 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg112.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg112.pdf 112 113 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 112 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg112 57 2008-01-26 The address was recorded at 7:50 a.m. on January 25 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on January 26. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 25, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg113.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg113.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg113 pap_text2008bk1-57 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg113 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg113.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg113.pdf 113 114 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 113 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Lebanon PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg113 58 2008-01-26 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114 pap_text2008bk1-58 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114.pdf 114 114 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 114 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114 59 2008-01-27 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114-2 pap_text2008bk1-59 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114-2.pdf 114 115 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 114 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Gordon B. Hinckley B. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg114-2 60 2008-01-28 The statement referred to Kathleen Barnes Walker, Virginia Pearce, Jane Dudley, Richard Hinckley, and Clark Hinckley, children of Mr. Hinckley. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115 pap_text2008bk1-60 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115.pdf 115 115 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 115 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Archbishop of Athens and All Greece Christodoulos PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115 61 2008-01-28 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-2 pap_text2008bk1-61 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-2.pdf 115 115 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 115 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Senate Confirmation of Edward T. Schafer T. as Secretary of Agriculture PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-2 62 2008-01-28 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-3.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-3.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-3 pap_text2008bk1-62 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-3.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-3.pdf 115 116 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 115 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Signing the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg115-3 63 2008-01-28 H.R. 4986, approved January 28, was assigned Public Law No. 110 09181. H.R. 4986 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg116.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg116.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg116 pap_text2008bk1-63 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg116 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg116.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg116.pdf 116 125 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 116 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Address Before a Joint Session of the Congress on the State of the Union PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg116 64 2008-01-28 The President spoke at 9:09 p.m. in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol. In his remarks, he referred to President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan; Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi- National Force--Iraq; President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; and former Sen. Robert J. Dole and former Secretary of Health and Human Services Donna E. Shalala, Cochairs, President's Commission on Care for America's Returning Wounded Warriors. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg125.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg125.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg125 pap_text2008bk1-64 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg125 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg125.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg125.pdf 125 128 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 125 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Visit to the Jericho Program in Baltimore, Maryland PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg125 65 2008-01-29 The President spoke at 11:45 a.m. at the Robert M. Davis House. In his remarks, he referred to Bonnie Ariano, director, and Greg Carpenter, coordinator for mentoring and training, Jericho Program. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128 pap_text2008bk1-65 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128.pdf 128 128 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 128 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing the Executive Order on Protecting American Taxpayers From Government Spending on Wasteful Earmarks PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128 66 2008-01-29 The President spoke at 3:38 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Office of Management and Budget Director James A. Nussle. He also referred to Executive Order 13457, which is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128-2 pap_text2008bk1-66 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128-2.pdf 128 129 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 128 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Combatant Commanders PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg128-2 67 2008-01-29 The President spoke at 5:11 p.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg129.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg129.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg129 pap_text2008bk1-67 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg129 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg129.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg129.pdf 129 130 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 129 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Margaret Truman Daniel Truman PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg129 68 2008-01-29 The statement referred to Clifton T. Daniel, Harrison G. Daniel, and Thomas W. Daniel, sons of Mrs. Daniel. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130 pap_text2008bk1-68 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130.pdf 130 130 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 130 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on Review of Recommendations From the Public Interest Declassification Board PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130 69 2008-01-29 This memorandum was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on January 30.

Title 50 Section 435note 50 U.S.C. 435note Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130-2 pap_text2008bk1-69 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130-2.pdf 130 134 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 130 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at Robinson Helicopter Company in Torrance, California PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg130-2 70 2008-01-30 The President spoke at 11:51 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Arnold A. Schwarzenegger of California; Frank Robinson, president and chief executive officer, and his son Kurt Robinson, vice president for product support, Robinson Helicopter Co.; and Mayor Frank Scotto of Torrance, CA. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg134.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg134.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg134 pap_text2008bk1-70 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg134 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg134.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg134.pdf 134 141 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 134 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the War on Terror in Las Vegas, Nevada PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg134 71 2008-01-31 The President spoke at 9:30 a.m. at the Emerald at Queensridge. In his remarks, he referred to Ranson W. Webster, chairman of the board of directors, and Sharon J. Rossie, president, Nevada Policy Research Institute; Gov. James A. Gibbons of Nevada; former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom; and Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq. He also referred to Executive Order 13457, which is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume; and H.R. 5104, approved January 31, which was assigned Public Law No. 110 09182. H.R. 5104 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg141.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg141.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg141 pap_text2008bk1-71 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg141 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg141.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg141.pdf 141 142 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 141 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing the American Heart Month Proclamation in Kansas City, Missouri PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg141 72 2008-02-01 The President spoke at 8:28 a.m. at the InterContinental Kansas City Hotel. The American Heart Month proclamation is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg142.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg142.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg142 pap_text2008bk1-72 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg142 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg142.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg142.pdf 142 145 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 142 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at Hallmark Cards, Inc., in Kansas City PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg142 73 2008-02-01 The President spoke at 10:47 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Donald J. Hall, Jr., president and chief executive officer, Hallmark Cards, Inc. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145 pap_text2008bk1-73 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145.pdf 145 145 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 145 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report Relating to the Interdiction of Aircraft Engaged in Illicit Drug Trafficking PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145 74 2008-01-31 Identical letters were sent to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Richard B. Cheney, President of the Senate. This letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 4.

Title 22 Section 2291-4 22 U.S.C. 2291-4 Public Law 107-108 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145-2 pap_text2008bk1-74 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145-2.pdf 145 146 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 145 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Cabinet Meeting PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg145-2 75 2008-02-04 The President spoke at 10:57 a.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg146.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg146.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg146 pap_text2008bk1-75 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg146 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg146.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg146.pdf 146 147 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 146 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2007 NASCAR Nextel Cup Champion PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg146 76 2008-02-05 The President spoke at 1:09 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson and his wife Chandra. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147 pap_text2008bk1-76 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147.pdf 147 147 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 147 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Appointment of President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete Mrisho of Tanzania as President of the African Union and Foreign Minister Jean Ping of Gabon as Chair of the Commission of the African Union PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147 77 2008-02-05 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147-2 pap_text2008bk1-77 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147-2.pdf 147 148 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 147 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message on the Observance of the Lunar New Year, 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg147-2 78 2008-02-05 An original was not available for verification of the content of this message. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg148.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg148.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg148 pap_text2008bk1-78 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg148 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg148.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg148.pdf 148 149 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 148 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on Security Clearances PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg148 79 2008-02-05

Title 5 Section 1103(a)(7) 5 U.S.C. 1103(a)(7) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg149.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg149.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg149 pap_text2008bk1-79 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg149 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg149.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg149.pdf 149 150 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 149 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Cote d'Ivoire PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg149 80 2008-02-05 Identical letters were sent to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Richard B. Cheney, President of the Senate. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg150.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg150.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg150 pap_text2008bk1-80 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg150 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg150.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg150.pdf 150 152 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 150 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Swearing-In Ceremony for Edward T. Schafer T. as Secretary of Agriculture PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg150 81 2008-02-06 The President spoke at 11:07 a.m. at the Department of Agriculture. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Secretary Schafer. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg152.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg152.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg152 pap_text2008bk1-81 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg152 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg152.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg152.pdf 152 154 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 152 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2007 Stanley Cup Champion Anaheim Ducks PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg152 82 2008-02-06 The President spoke at 3:02 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gary B. Bettman, commissioner, National Hockey League; and Chris Pronger and Sean O'Donnell, defensemen, and Todd Marchant, forward, Anaheim Ducks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg154.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg154.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg154 pap_text2008bk1-82 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg154 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg154.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg154.pdf 154 155 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 154 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency Relating to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg154 83 2008-02-06 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 7. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155 pap_text2008bk1-83 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155.pdf 155 155 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 155 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting the International Convention Against Doping in Sport PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155 84 2008-02-06 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 7. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155-2 pap_text2008bk1-84 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155-2.pdf 155 157 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 155 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg155-2 85 2008-02-07 The President spoke at 9:16 a.m. at the Hilton Washington Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Adm. Michael G. Mullen, USN, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff; Edward W. ``Ward'' Brehm III, Chairman of the Board of Directors, U.S. African Development Foundation; entertainer Michael W. Smith and his wife Debbie; and Carlos F. Lucero, U.S. Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg157.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg157.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg157 pap_text2008bk1-85 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg157 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg157.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg157.pdf 157 160 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 157 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Nominations Awaiting Senate Confirmation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg157 86 2008-02-07 The President spoke at 10:50 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg160.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg160.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg160 pap_text2008bk1-86 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg160 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg160.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg160.pdf 160 161 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 160 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing the Executive Order To Improve the Coordination and Effectiveness of Youth Programs PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg160 87 2008-02-07 The President spoke at 2:54 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Executive Order 13459, which is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161 pap_text2008bk1-87 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161.pdf 161 161 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 161 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Senate Action on Economic Growth Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161 88 2008-02-07 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161-2 pap_text2008bk1-88 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161-2.pdf 161 168 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 161 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the Conservative Political Action Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg161-2 89 2008-02-08 The President spoke at 7:21 a.m. at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to David A. Keene, chairman, American Conservative Union Foundation and Conservative Political Action Conference; and President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan. He also referred to H.R. 5140; and Executive Order 13457, which is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. H.R. 5140 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168 pap_text2008bk1-89 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168.pdf 168 168 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 168 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Briefing on Regional Tornado Damage in Lafayette, Tennessee PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168 90 2008-02-08 The President spoke at 10:12 a.m. at the Lafayette Fire Department's Atwell & Scruggs Fire Station. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Philip N. Bredesen, Jr., of Tennessee. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168-2 pap_text2008bk1-90 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168-2.pdf 168 169 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 168 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Tour of Tornado Damage in Lafayette PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg168-2 91 2008-02-08 The President spoke at 12:43 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Philip N. Bredesen, Jr., of Tennessee. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg169.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg169.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg169 pap_text2008bk1-91 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg169 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg169.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg169.pdf 169 170 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 169 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg169 92 2008-02-09 The address was recorded at 2:25 p.m. on February 7 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on February 9. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 8, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg170.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg170.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg170 pap_text2008bk1-92 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg170 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg170.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg170.pdf 170 172 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 170 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring President Abraham Lincoln's 199th Birthday PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg170 93 2008-02-10 The President spoke at 5:54 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Rex W. Tillerson, vice-chairman, Ford's Theatre Society; historian Richard Norton Smith; Allen C. Guelzo, professor of history, Gettysburg College; and actors Craig Wallace and Avery Brooks. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172 pap_text2008bk1-93 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172.pdf 172 172 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 172 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the 2008 Economic Report of the President PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172 94 2008-02-11 The President spoke at 1:07 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to H.R. 5140. H.R. 5140 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172-2 pap_text2008bk1-94 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172-2.pdf 172 173 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 172 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Heart Truth Reception PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg172-2 95 2008-02-11 The President spoke at 4:40 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. The related American Heart Month proclamation of February 1 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg173.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg173.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg173 pap_text2008bk1-95 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg173 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg173.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg173.pdf 173 174 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 173 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Representative Thomas P. Lantos P. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg173 96 2008-02-11 The statement referred to Annette Lantos Tillemann-Dick and Katrina Lantos Swett, daughters of Rep. Lantos. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174 pap_text2008bk1-96 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174.pdf 174 174 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 174 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Timor-Leste PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174 97 2008-02-11 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174-2 pap_text2008bk1-97 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174-2.pdf 174 175 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 174 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on Federal Support for the AbilityOne Program PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg174-2 98 2008-02-11 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg175.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg175.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg175 pap_text2008bk1-98 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg175 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg175.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg175.pdf 175 176 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 175 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With President Amadou Toumani Toure Toumani of Mali PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg175 99 2008-02-12 The President spoke at 10:33 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. President Toure spoke in French, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg176.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg176.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg176 pap_text2008bk1-99 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg176 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg176.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg176.pdf 176 178 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 176 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Celebration of African American History Month PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg176 100 2008-02-12 The President spoke at 3 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. The related National African American History Month proclamation of January 28 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg178.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg178.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg178 pap_text2008bk1-100 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg178 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg178.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg178.pdf 178 179 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 178 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Senate Passage of the Intelligence Reform Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg178 101 2008-02-12 The statement referred to H.R. 3773. H.R. 3773 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg179.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg179.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg179 pap_text2008bk1-101 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg179 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg179.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg179.pdf 179 180 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 179 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Intelligence Reform Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg179 102 2008-02-13 The President spoke at 9:01 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to H.R. 3773. H.R. 3773 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg180.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg180.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg180 pap_text2008bk1-102 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg180 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg180.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg180.pdf 180 181 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 180 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg180 103 2008-02-13 The President spoke at 1:59 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. H.R. 5140, approved February 13, was assigned Public Law No. 110- 185. H.R. 5140 110 Public Law 110-185 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg181.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg181.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg181 pap_text2008bk1-103 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg181 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg181.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg181.pdf 181 182 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 181 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress Transmitting an Executive Order Blocking Property of Additional Persons in Connection With the National Emergency With Respect to Syria PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg181 104 2008-02-13 The Executive order is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1701et seq. 50 U.S.C. 1701et seq. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg182.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg182.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg182 pap_text2008bk1-104 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg182 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg182.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg182.pdf 182 189 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 182 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on African Development and Upcoming Visit to Africa PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg182 105 2008-02-14 The President spoke at 10:13 a.m. at the National Museum of African Art. In his remarks, he referred to Rear Adm. R. Timothy Ziemer, USN (Ret.), U.S. Malaria Coordinator; Cristian Samper, Acting Secretary, Smithsonian Institution; Chuck Dages, executive vice president of emerging technology, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group; President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete of Tanzania; former President Charles Taylor and President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia; former President Olusegun Obasanjo of Nigeria; and President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg189.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg189.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg189 pap_text2008bk1-105 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg189 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg189.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg189.pdf 189 192 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 189 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Intelligence Reform Legislation and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg189 106 2008-02-14 The President spoke at 1 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to H.R. 3773. H.R. 3773 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192 pap_text2008bk1-106 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192.pdf 192 192 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 192 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Third Anniversary of the Death of Former Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri of Lebanon PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192 107 2008-02-14 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192-2 pap_text2008bk1-107 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192-2.pdf 192 197 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 192 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Matt Frei of BBC World News America PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg192-2 108 2008-02-14 The interview was taped at 11:12 a.m. in the Library at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia; Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom; Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq; and Speaker Mahmud al-Mashhadani, First Deputy Speaker Khalid al-Attiya, and Second Deputy Speaker Arif Tayfur of the Iraqi House of Representatives. He also referred to H.R. 2082. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 15. H.R. 2082 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg197.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg197.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg197 pap_text2008bk1-108 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg197 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg197.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg197.pdf 197 208 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 197 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Foreign Radio Journalists PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg197 109 2008-02-14 The interview began at 1:18 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to President Thomas Yayi Boni of Benin; President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete of Tanzania; President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia; President Paul Kagame of Rwanda; Special Envoy to Sudan Richard S. Williamson; President Nicolas Sarkozy of France; President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe; President John Agyekum Kufuor of Ghana; President Joseph Kabila of the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and former Secretary-General Kofi Annan of the United Nations. A reporter referred to President Thabo Mvuyelwa Mbeki of South Africa. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 15. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg208.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg208.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg208 pap_text2008bk1-109 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg208 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg208.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg208.pdf 208 209 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 208 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Congressional Leaders PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg208 110 2008-02-15 The President spoke at 8:55 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to John G. Peters, president, Northern Illinois University. He also referred to H.R. 3773. H.R. 3773 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg209.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg209.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg209 pap_text2008bk1-110 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg209 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg209.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg209.pdf 209 210 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 209 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg209 111 2008-02-15 The President spoke at 10:09 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg210.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg210.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg210 pap_text2008bk1-111 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg210 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg210.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg210.pdf 210 211 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 210 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Accepting the Grand Cross of the National Order of Benin in Cotonou, Benin PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg210 112 2008-02-16 The President spoke at 8:28 a.m. at Cadjehoun International Airport. In his remarks, he referred to President Thomas Yayi Boni of Benin and his wife Chantal de Souza Yayi. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg211.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg211.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg211 pap_text2008bk1-112 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg211 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg211.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg211.pdf 211 217 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 211 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Thomas Yayi Boni of Benin in Cotonou PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg211 113 2008-02-16 The President's news conference began at 9:59 a.m. at Cadjehoun International Airport. In his remarks, he referred to Chantal de Souza Yayi, wife of President Yayi; Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and former Secretary-General Kofi Annan of the United Nations; President Hu Jintao of China; and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda. President Yayi and some reporters spoke in French, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg217.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg217.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg217 pap_text2008bk1-113 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg217 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg217.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg217.pdf 217 218 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 217 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg217 114 2008-02-16 The address was recorded at 11:45 a.m. on February 15 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m., e.d.t., on February 16. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 15, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. Due to the 6-hour time difference, the address was broadcast after the President's remarks in Benin. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg218.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg218.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg218 pap_text2008bk1-114 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg218 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg218.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg218.pdf 218 225 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 218 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete Mrisho of Tanzania in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg218 115 2008-02-17 The President's news conference began at 10:29 a.m. at the State House. In his remarks, he referred to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia; former Secretary-General Kofi Annan of the United Nations; and former President Martti Ahtisaari of Finland, United Nations Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Future Status Process for Kosovo. President Kikwete referred to John J. Danilovich, Chief Executive Officer, Millennium Challenge Corporation. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg225.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg225.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg225 pap_text2008bk1-115 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg225 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg225.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg225.pdf 225 226 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 225 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Visit to Amana District Hospital in Dar es Salaam PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg225 116 2008-02-17 The President spoke at 1:35 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Chalamilla E. Guerino, field director of HIV and AIDS care and treatment, Amana District Hospital; and HIV patients Tatu Msangi and her daughter Faith Mang'ehe, Janet and Steven Rogers and their son Steven, Jr., and Honorati V. Shirima. President Kikwete referred to his wife Mama Salma Kikwete of Tanzania. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg226.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg226.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg226 pap_text2008bk1-116 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg226 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg226.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg226.pdf 226 227 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 226 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a State Dinner Hosted by President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete Mrisho of Tanzania in Dar es Salaam PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg226 117 2008-02-17 The President spoke at 6:58 p.m. at the State House. In his remarks, he referred to Mama Salma Kikwete, wife of President Kikwete. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Kikwete. A tape was not available for the verification of the content of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg227.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg227.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg227 pap_text2008bk1-117 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg227 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg227.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg227.pdf 227 228 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 227 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Tour of Meru District Hospital in Arusha, Tanzania PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg227 118 2008-02-18 The President spoke at 10:52 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Aziz Msuya, district medical officer, Meru District Hospital; and Minister of Health and Social Welfare David Homeli Mwakyusa of Tanzania. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg228.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg228.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg228 pap_text2008bk1-118 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg228 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg228.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg228.pdf 228 229 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 228 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to President Fatmir Sejdiu of Kosovo Recognizing Kosovo as an Independent and Sovereign State PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg228 119 2008-02-18 An original was not available for verification of the content of this letter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg229.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg229.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg229 pap_text2008bk1-119 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg229 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg229.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg229.pdf 229 230 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 229 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Kosovo and an Exchange With Reporters in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg229 120 2008-02-19 The President spoke at 7:24 a.m. at Kilimanjaro Hotel Kempinski Dar es Salaam. In his remarks, he referred to former President Martti Ahtisaari of Finland, United Nations Special Envoy of the Secretary- General for the Future Status Process of Kosovo. A reporter referred to President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg230.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg230.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg230 pap_text2008bk1-120 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg230 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg230.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg230.pdf 230 231 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 230 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Visit to Kigali Memorial Centre in Kigali, Rwanda PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg230 121 2008-02-19 The President spoke at 10:31 a.m. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg231.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg231.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg231 pap_text2008bk1-121 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg231 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg231.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg231.pdf 231 238 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 231 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Paul Kagame of Rwanda in Kigali PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg231 122 2008-02-19 The President's news conference began at 12:20 p.m. at the Presidency--VIP Building. In his remarks, he referred to Jeannette Nyiramongi, wife of President Kagame; President Raul Castro Ruz of Cuba; and former Secretary-General Kofi Annan of the United Nations. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg238.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg238.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg238 pap_text2008bk1-122 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg238 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg238.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg238.pdf 238 240 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 238 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a United States Embassy Dedication Ceremony in Kigali PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg238 123 2008-02-19 The President spoke at 2:25 p.m. at the U.S. Embassy Kigali. In his remarks, he referred to Jeannette Nyiramongi, wife of President Paul Kagame of Rwanda; U.S. Ambassador to Rwanda Michael R. Arietti and his wife Lesley; and Deputy Chief of Mission Cheryl Sim, U.S. Embassy Kigali. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Kagame. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg240.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg240.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg240 pap_text2008bk1-123 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg240 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg240.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg240.pdf 240 241 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 240 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Meeting With President John Agyekum Kufuor Agyekum of Ghana in Accra, Ghana PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg240 124 2008-02-20 The President spoke at approximately 10 a.m. at Osu Castle. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg241.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg241.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg241 pap_text2008bk1-124 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg241 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg241.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg241.pdf 241 248 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 241 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President John Agyekum Kufuor Agyekum of Ghana in Accra PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg241 125 2008-02-20 The President's news conference began at 10:38 a.m. at Osu Castle. In his remarks, he referred to President Pervez Musharraf of Pakistan; former Prime Minister and Opposition Leader Benazir Bhutto of Pakistan, who was killed in a suicide attack in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, on December 27, 2007; President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia; President Paul Kagame of Rwanda; President Joseph Kabila of the Democratic Republic of the Congo; and President Pierre Nkurunziza of Burundi. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg248.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg248.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg248 pap_text2008bk1-125 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg248 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg248.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg248.pdf 248 249 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 248 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the United States Embassy in Accra PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg248 126 2008-02-20 The President spoke at 11:36 a.m. in the Ambassador's residence. In his remarks, he referred to entertainer Jordin Sparks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249 pap_text2008bk1-126 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249.pdf 249 249 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 249 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Lunch With Peace Corps Volunteers in Accra PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249 127 2008-02-20 The President spoke at 12:02 p.m. in the Ambassador's residence at the U.S. Embassy. In his remarks, he referred to U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Pamela E. Bridgewater; and Robert W. Golledge, Jr., Country Director, Peace Corps--Ghana. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249-2 pap_text2008bk1-127 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249-2.pdf 249 250 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 249 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Tee-Ball Game in Accra PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg249-2 128 2008-02-20 The President spoke at 2:55 p.m. at the Ghana International School. In his remarks, he referred to U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Pamela E. Bridgewater; and Jimmie Lee Solomon, executive vice president, baseball operations, Major League Baseball. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250 pap_text2008bk1-128 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250.pdf 250 250 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 250 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a State Dinner Hosted by President John Agyekum Kufuor Agyekum of Ghana in Accra PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250 129 2008-02-20 The President spoke at 7:58 p.m. in the State Banquet Hall. In his remarks, he referred to Theresa Kufuor, wife of President Kufuor. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Kufuor. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250-2 pap_text2008bk1-129 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250-2.pdf 250 251 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 250 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Arrival in Monrovia, Liberia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg250-2 130 2008-02-21 The President spoke at 10:23 a.m. at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251 pap_text2008bk1-130 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251.pdf 251 251 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 251 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Lunch Hosted by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia in Monrovia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251 131 2008-02-21 The President spoke at 12:54 p.m. in the Executive Mansion. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Johnson Sirleaf. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251-2 pap_text2008bk1-131 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251-2.pdf 251 253 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 251 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Visit to the Barclay Training Center in Monrovia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg251-2 132 2008-02-21 The President spoke at 2:34 p.m. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg253.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg253.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg253 pap_text2008bk1-132 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg253 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg253.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg253.pdf 253 254 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 253 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Discussion on Education in Monrovia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg253 133 2008-02-21 The President spoke at 3:04 p.m. at the University of Liberia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg254.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg254.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg254 pap_text2008bk1-133 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg254 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg254.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg254.pdf 254 259 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 254 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Reporters Aboard Air Force One PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg254 134 2008-02-21 The interview began at 4:42 p.m. en route from Monrovia, Liberia, to Andrews Air Force Base, MD. In his remarks, the President referred to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia; musician and activist Robert Geldof; President Thomas Yayi Boni of Benin; President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete of Tanzania; President Paul Kagame of Rwanda; Sen. Barack Obama; Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Jendayi E. Frazer; and former Secretary-General Kofi Annan of the United Nations. A reporter referred to Sen. John McCain. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg259.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg259.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg259 pap_text2008bk1-134 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg259 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg259.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg259.pdf 259 260 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 259 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg259 135 2008-02-23 The address was recorded at 10 a.m. on February 22 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on February 23. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 22, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. In his address, the President referred to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg260.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg260.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg260 pap_text2008bk1-135 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg260 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg260.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg260.pdf 260 261 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 260 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Dinner for the National Governors Association Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg260 136 2008-02-24 The President spoke at 7:30 p.m. in the State Dining Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Timothy J. Pawlenty of Minnesota; Gov. Edward G. Rendell of Pennsylvania; and entertainers Vince Gill and Amy Grant. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg261.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg261.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg261 pap_text2008bk1-136 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg261 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg261.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg261.pdf 261 264 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 261 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Meeting With the National Governors Association Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg261 137 2008-02-25 The President spoke at 11:10 a.m. in the State Dining Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Timothy J. Pawlenty of Minnesota, chairman, and Gov. Edward G. Rendell of Pennsylvania, vice chairman, National Governors Association; Janet Creighton, Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of Intergovernmental Affairs; Gov. Eliot Spitzer of New York; and Gov. Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr., of Indiana. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg264.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg264.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg264 pap_text2008bk1-137 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg264 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg264.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg264.pdf 264 265 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 264 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Burma PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg264 138 2008-02-25 The statement referred to Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon of the United Nations; Cecilia Ng, wife, and Lo Hsing Han, father, of Steven Law; and Aung San Suu Kyi, leader of the National League for Democracy in Burma. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg265.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg265.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg265 pap_text2008bk1-138 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg265 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg265.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg265.pdf 265 269 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 265 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Republican Governors Association Gala PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg265 139 2008-02-25 The President spoke at 6:56 p.m. at the National Building Museum. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. J. Richard Perry of Texas, chairman, Republican Governors Association, who introduced the President; Gov. Matthew R. Blunt of Missouri, vice chairman, and Gov. Mark C. Sanford, Jr., of South Carolina, dinner chairman, Republican Governors Association; former Secretary of Health and Human Services Tommy G. Thompson; former Attorney General John Ashcroft; former Secretary of Homeland Security Thomas J. Ridge; former Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency Christine Todd Whitman; former U.S. Ambassador to Canada Argeo Paul Cellucci; former Secretary of Agriculture Michael O. Johanns; Secretary of Health and Human Services Michael O. Leavitt; Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne; Secretary of Agriculture Edward T. Schafer; Gov. Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr., of Indiana; Gov. Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., of Utah; and Gov. Piyush ``Bobby'' Jindal of Louisiana. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg269.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg269.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg269 pap_text2008bk1-139 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg269 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg269.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg269.pdf 269 276 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 269 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the Leon H. Sullivan Foundation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg269 140 2008-02-26 The President spoke at 9:48 a.m. at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Hope Masters, special adviser, Leon H. Sullivan Foundation, and her husband Carlton A. Masters; Howard F. Jeter, president and chief executive officer, Leon H. Sullivan Foundation; Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Jendayi E. Frazer; President Thomas Yayi Boni of Benin and his wife Chantal de Souza Yayi; President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete of Tanzania and his wife Mama Salma Kikwete; Anug Shah, owner, A to Z Textiles; President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and his wife Jeannette Nyiramongi; President John Agyekum Kufuor of Ghana and his wife Theresa Kufuor; entertainer Jordin Sparks; and U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Pamela E. Bridgewater. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg276.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg276.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg276 pap_text2008bk1-140 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg276 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg276.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg276.pdf 276 277 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 276 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Former Cabinet Secretaries and Senior Government Officials PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg276 141 2008-02-26 The President spoke at 2:11 p.m. in Room 350 of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg277.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg277.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg277 pap_text2008bk1-141 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg277 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg277.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg277.pdf 277 278 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 277 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Picturing America Initiative PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg277 142 2008-02-26 The President spoke at 2:47 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia; and Italy's Ambassador to the U.S. Giovanni Castellaneta. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg278.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg278.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg278 pap_text2008bk1-142 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg278 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg278.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg278.pdf 278 282 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 278 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Mirek Topolanek of the Czech Republic and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg278 143 2008-02-27 The President spoke at 10:54 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to former President Martti Ahtisaari of Finland, United Nations Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for the Future Status Process for Kosovo. Prime Minister Topolanek referred to Parliament Member Lubomir Zaoralek and Leader of the Opposition Jiri Paroubek of the Czech Republic. Prime Minister Topolanek spoke in Czech, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg282.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg282.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg282 pap_text2008bk1-143 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg282 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg282.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg282.pdf 282 283 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 282 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With United States Special Envoy to the Organization of the Islamic Conference Sada Cumber and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg282 144 2008-02-27 The President spoke at 2:01 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg283.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg283.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg283 pap_text2008bk1-144 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg283 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg283.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg283.pdf 283 285 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 283 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2007 World Series Champion Boston Red Sox PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg283 145 2008-02-27 The President spoke at 3:08 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Tim Wakefield, Daisuke Matsuzaka, Josh Beckett, Curt Schilling, Mike Timlin, Jonathan Papelbon, and Jon Lester, pitchers, Doug Mirabelli and Jason Varitek, catchers, Larry Lucchino, president and chief executive officer, Terry Francona, manager, Mike Lowell, Kevin Youkilis, and Dustin Pedroia, infielders, David A. ``Big Papi'' Ortiz, designated hitter, and Manny Ramirez, outfielder, Boston Red Sox; and Jacque Francona, wife of Terry Francona. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285 pap_text2008bk1-145 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285.pdf 285 285 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 285 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of William F. Buckley, Jr. F., Jr. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285 146 2008-02-27 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285-2 pap_text2008bk1-146 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285-2.pdf 285 297 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 285 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg285-2 147 2008-02-28 The President's news conference began at 10:05 a.m. in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates; Russian Presidential candidate Dmitry A. Medvedev; Prime Minister Mirek Topolanek of the Czech Republic; Chairman Kim Jong Il of North Korea; President Alvaro Uribe Velez of Colombia; President Raul Castro Ruz and former President Fidel Castro Ruz of Cuba; Democratic Presidential candidates Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; Donald L. Evans, chairman, George W. Bush Presidential Library Foundation; and former factory worker and human rights activist Yang Chunlin, who was arrested on July 6, 2007, in China. Reporters referred to Republican Presidential candidate John McCain; and former Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Adviser Frances Fragos Townsend. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this news conference. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg297.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg297.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg297 pap_text2008bk1-147 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg297 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg297.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg297.pdf 297 298 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 297 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Briefing on the National Economy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg297 148 2008-02-28 The President spoke at 11:41 a.m. at the Department of Labor. 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Title 42 Section 433(e)(1) 42 U.S.C. 433(e)(1) Public Law 95-216 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg299.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg299.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg299 pap_text2008bk1-149 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg299 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg299.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg299.pdf 299 300 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 299 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Secretary General Jakob Gijsbert ``Jaap'' de Hoop Scheffer Gijsbert ``Jaap'' of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg299 150 2008-02-29 The President spoke at 11:48 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Secretary General de Hoop Scheffer referred to President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300 pap_text2008bk1-150 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300.pdf 300 300 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 300 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Resignation of Donald E. Powell E. as Coordinator of Gulf Coast Region Recovery and Rebuilding PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300 151 2008-02-29 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300-2 pap_text2008bk1-151 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300-2.pdf 300 302 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 300 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg300-2 152 2008-03-01 The address was recorded at 7:50 a.m. on February 29 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on March 1. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on February 29, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg302.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg302.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg302 pap_text2008bk1-152 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg302 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg302.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg302.pdf 302 307 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 302 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen Fogh of Denmark in Crawford, Texas PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg302 153 2008-03-01 The President's news conference began at 12 p.m. at the Bush Ranch. In his remarks, he referred to Anne-Mette Rasmussen, wife of Prime Minister Rasmussen; President Mahmud Ahmadi-nejad of Iran; and Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force-- Iraq. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg307.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg307.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg307 pap_text2008bk1-153 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg307 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg307.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg307.pdf 307 309 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 307 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the National Association of Attorneys General PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg307 154 2008-03-03 The President spoke at 1:22 p.m. in Room 350 of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to State Attorneys General Lawrence Wasden of Idaho, Patrick C. Lynch of Rhode Island, and Greg Abbott of Texas. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309 pap_text2008bk1-154 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309.pdf 309 309 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 309 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Lieutenant General Raymond T. Odierno T. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309 155 2008-03-03 The President spoke at 2:10 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Linda Odierno, wife of Lt. Gen. Odierno; and Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi- National Force--Iraq. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309-2 pap_text2008bk1-155 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309-2.pdf 309 312 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 309 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Presenting Posthumously the Congressional Medal of Honor to Woodrow W. Keeble PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg309-2 156 2008-03-03 The President spoke at 2:35 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates; Sen. Theodore F. Stevens; former Gov. William J. Janklow of South Dakota; Gov. John Hoeven of North Dakota; and Russell Hawkins, stepson, and Kurt Bluedog, grandnephew, of Mr. Keeble. Following the President's remarks, Maj. Mark Thompson, USMC, Marine Corps Aide to the President, read the citation. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg312.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg312.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg312 pap_text2008bk1-156 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg312 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg312.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg312.pdf 312 315 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 312 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following Discussions With King Abdullah II of Jordan and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg312 157 2008-03-04 The President spoke at 11:47 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon; and President Bashar al-Asad of Syria. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg315.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg315.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg315 pap_text2008bk1-157 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg315 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg315.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg315.pdf 315 316 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 315 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Situation in Colombia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg315 158 2008-03-04 The President spoke at 1:05 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg316.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg316.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg316 pap_text2008bk1-158 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg316 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg316.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg316.pdf 316 317 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 316 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Zimbabwe PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg316 159 2008-03-04 The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg317.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg317.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg317 pap_text2008bk1-159 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg317 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg317.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg317.pdf 317 324 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 317 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Washington International Renewable Energy Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg317 160 2008-03-05 The President spoke at 10:13 a.m. at the Washington Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to Deputy Prime Minister Maud Olofsson of Sweden. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg324.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg324.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg324 pap_text2008bk1-160 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg324 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg324.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg324.pdf 324 327 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 324 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Lunch With Senator John McCain and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg324 161 2008-03-05 The President spoke at 1:10 p.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Chairman Kim Jong Il of North Korea; and President Mahmud Ahmadi-nejad of Iran. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327 pap_text2008bk1-161 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327.pdf 327 327 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 327 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Frank W. Buckles W. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327 162 2008-03-06 The President spoke at 11:49 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327-2 pap_text2008bk1-162 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327-2.pdf 327 333 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 327 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Fifth Anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg327-2 163 2008-03-06 The President spoke at 1:10 p.m. at DAR Constitution Hall. In his remarks, he referred to Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333 pap_text2008bk1-163 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333.pdf 333 333 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 333 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Terrorist Attack in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333 164 2008-03-06 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333-2 pap_text2008bk1-164 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333-2.pdf 333 335 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 333 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Situation in Cuba PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg333-2 165 2008-03-07 The President spoke at 1:35 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President Raul Castro Ruz and former President Fidel Castro Ruz of Cuba. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg335.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg335.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg335 pap_text2008bk1-165 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg335 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg335.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg335.pdf 335 336 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 335 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the National Economy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg335 166 2008-03-07 The President spoke at 1:55 p.m. on the Colonnade at the White House. A portion of these remarks could not be verified because the tape was incomplete. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg336.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg336.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg336 pap_text2008bk1-166 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg336 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg336.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg336.pdf 336 337 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 336 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg336 167 2008-03-08 The address was recorded at 7:50 a.m. on March 7 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on March 8. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 7, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. In his address, the President referred to Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg337.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg337.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg337 pap_text2008bk1-167 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg337 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg337.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg337.pdf 337 339 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 337 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the House of Representatives Returning Without Approval the ``Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008'' PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg337 168 2008-03-08 H.R. 2082 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg339.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg339.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg339 pap_text2008bk1-168 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg339 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg339.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg339.pdf 339 342 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 339 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Donald Tusk of Poland and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg339 169 2008-03-10 The President spoke at 11:13 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia; Lt. Gen. William M. Fraser III, USAF, U.S. monitor of the Israeli-Palestinian roadmap peace plan; and President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority. Prime Minister Tusk spoke in Polish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg342.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg342.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg342 pap_text2008bk1-169 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg342 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg342.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg342.pdf 342 345 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 342 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Celebration of Women's History Month and International Women's Day PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg342 170 2008-03-10 The President spoke at 3:17 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to White House Press Secretary Dana Perino; President Aleksandr Lukashenko of Belarus; and former President Fidel Castro Ruz and President Raul Castro Ruz of Cuba. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. The Women's History Month proclamation is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg345.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg345.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg345 pap_text2008bk1-170 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg345 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg345.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg345.pdf 345 346 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 345 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Arrival in Nashville, Tennessee PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg345 171 2008-03-11 The President spoke at 10:29 a.m. at Nashville International Airport. In his remarks, he referred to Karla G. Christian, associate chief of pediatric cardiac surgery and director of pediatric cardiac surgical education, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, and her patient Amina Al'a Thabit. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg346.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg346.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg346 pap_text2008bk1-171 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg346 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg346.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg346.pdf 346 353 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 346 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Nashville PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg346 172 2008-03-11 The President spoke at 11 a.m. at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to Ronald L. Harris, chairman, National Religious Broadcasters Executive Committee, who introduced the President; Anthony T. Evans, founder and president, The Urban Alternative; evangelist Rev. William F. Graham, Jr.; Frank Wright, president, National Religious Broadcasters; radio show host Rush Limbaugh; James Dobson, radio show host and founder of Focus on the Family; former Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi of Japan; President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan; and Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg353.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg353.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg353 pap_text2008bk1-172 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg353 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg353.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg353.pdf 353 354 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 353 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Resignation of Admiral William J. ``Fox'' Fallon J. ``Fox'' as Commander of United States Central Command PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg353 173 2008-03-11 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354 pap_text2008bk1-173 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354.pdf 354 354 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 354 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354 174 2008-03-11 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 12. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354-2 pap_text2008bk1-174 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354-2.pdf 354 361 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 354 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg354-2 175 2008-03-12 The President spoke at 10:41 a.m. at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. In his remarks, he referred to David C. Lizarraga, chair, Augustine Martinez, interim president and chief executive officer, and Michael L. Barrera, former president and chief executive officer, U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Hector V. Barreto, former Administrator, Small Business Administration; Marc Gonsalves, Thomas Howes, and Keith Stansell, hostages held by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC); and President Hugo Chavez Frias of Venezuela. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg361.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg361.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg361 pap_text2008bk1-175 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg361 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg361.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg361.pdf 361 366 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 361 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the National Republican Congressional Committee Dinner PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg361 176 2008-03-12 The President spoke at 6:38 p.m. at the Hilton Washington Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to entertainers Trace Adkins and Sam Moore. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg366.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg366.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg366 pap_text2008bk1-176 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg366 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg366.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg366.pdf 366 367 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 366 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Kuwait-America Foundation's Stand for Africa Gala Dinner PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg366 177 2008-03-12 The President spoke at 7:22 p.m. at the residence of the Ambassador of Kuwait to the U.S. In his remarks, he referred to Kuwait's Ambassador to the U.S. Salim al-Abdallah al-Jabir al-Sabah and his wife Rima al-Sabah; Raymond G. Chambers, founder, Malaria No More; musician and activist Youssou N'Dour; and Rear Adm. R. Timothy Ziemer, USN (Ret.), U.S. Malaria Coordinator. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg367.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg367.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg367 pap_text2008bk1-177 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg367 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg367.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg367.pdf 367 369 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 367 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Intelligence Reform Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg367 178 2008-03-13 The President spoke at 9:20 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Attorney General Michael B. Mukasey. He also referred to H.R. 3773. H.R. 3773 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369 pap_text2008bk1-178 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369.pdf 369 369 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 369 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Briefing By Provincial Reconstruction Team Leaders and Brigade Combat Commanders PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369 179 2008-03-13 The President spoke at 11:27 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369-2 pap_text2008bk1-179 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369-2.pdf 369 370 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 369 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Farm Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg369-2 180 2008-03-13 The statement referred to S. 2745. S. 2745 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg370.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg370.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg370 pap_text2008bk1-180 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg370 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg370.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg370.pdf 370 371 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 370 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Archbishop Paulos Faraj Rahho Faraj of Mosul in Iraq PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg370 181 2008-03-13 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371 pap_text2008bk1-181 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371.pdf 371 371 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 371 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting the Protocol Amending the Canada- United States Taxation Convention PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371 182 2008-03-13 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 14. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371-2 pap_text2008bk1-182 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371-2.pdf 371 380 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 371 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the Economic Club of New York and a Question-and-Answer Session in New York City PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg371-2 183 2008-03-14 The President spoke at 11:20 a.m. at the Hilton New York. In his remarks, he referred to King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380 pap_text2008bk1-183 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380.pdf 380 380 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 380 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message on the Observance of Saint Patrick's Day, 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380 184 2008-03-14 An original was not available for verification of the content of this message. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380-2 pap_text2008bk1-184 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380-2.pdf 380 382 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 380 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg380-2 185 2008-03-15 The address was recorded at 7:20 a.m. on March 14 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on March 15. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 14, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382 pap_text2008bk1-185 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382.pdf 382 382 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 382 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Economic Advisers on the National Economy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382 186 2008-03-17 The President spoke at 9:40 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382-2 pap_text2008bk1-186 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382-2.pdf 382 383 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 382 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Bertie Ahern of Ireland PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg382-2 187 2008-03-17 The President spoke at 11:10 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg383.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg383.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg383 pap_text2008bk1-187 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg383 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg383.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg383.pdf 383 385 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 383 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Saint Patrick's Day Shamrock Presentation Ceremony With Prime Minister Bertie Ahern of Ireland PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg383 188 2008-03-17 The President spoke at 11:30 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Chairman of the Dail Eireann John O'Donoghue of Ireland; FDNY Emerald Society Pipes and Drums, which performed prior to the remarks; the United Kingdom's Ambassador to the U.S. Sir Nigel E. Sheinwald; and First Minister Ian R.K. Paisley and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness of Northern Ireland. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Prime Minister Ahern. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg385.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg385.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg385 pap_text2008bk1-188 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg385 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg385.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg385.pdf 385 391 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 385 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Jacksonville Port Authority in Jacksonville, Florida PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg385 189 2008-03-18 The President spoke at 2:13 p.m. at the Blount Island Marine Terminal. In his remarks, he referred to Ricardo Morales, Jr., chairman of the board of directors, Jacksonville Port Authority; Magnus Lindeback, chief executive officer, Coastal Maritime Stevedoring, LLC; and Marc Gonsalves, Thomas Howes, and Keith Stansell, hostages held by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg391.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg391.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg391 pap_text2008bk1-189 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg391 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg391.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg391.pdf 391 396 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 391 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the War on Terror in Arlington, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg391 190 2008-03-19 The President spoke at 10:04 a.m. at the Pentagon. In his remarks, he referred to Iraq's Ambassador to the U.S. Samir Shakir al-Sumaydi; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force-- Iraq; Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization; and Gen. James N. Mattis, USMC, commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command, and commanding general, I Marine Expeditionary Force. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg396.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg396.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg396 pap_text2008bk1-190 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg396 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg396.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg396.pdf 396 398 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 396 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following Discussions With President Mikheil Saakashvili of Georgia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg396 191 2008-03-19 The President spoke at 11:58 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Sandra E. Roelofs, wife of President Saakashvili. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398 pap_text2008bk1-191 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398.pdf 398 398 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 398 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the 175th Anniversary of Thailand-United States Relations PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398 192 2008-03-19 The statement referred to King Phumiphon Adunyadet of Thailand. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398-2 pap_text2008bk1-192 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398-2.pdf 398 399 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 398 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Appointment of Kenneth L. Wainstein L. as Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg398-2 193 2008-03-19 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399 pap_text2008bk1-193 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399.pdf 399 399 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 399 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message on the Observance of Nowruz PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399 194 2008-03-19 An original was not available for verification of the content of this message. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399-2 pap_text2008bk1-194 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399-2.pdf 399 402 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 399 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Setareh Derakhshesh of VOA Persian News Network PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg399-2 195 2008-03-19 The interview was taped at 1:11 p.m. in the Map Room at the White House and was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 20. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg402.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg402.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg402 pap_text2008bk1-195 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg402 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg402.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg402.pdf 402 404 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 402 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Parichehr Farzam of Radio Farda PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg402 196 2008-03-19 The interview was taped at 1:24 p.m. in the Map Room at the White House and was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 20. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg404.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg404.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg404 pap_text2008bk1-196 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg404 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg404.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg404.pdf 404 407 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 404 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Master Sergeant Erin Roberts of the Pentagon Channel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg404 197 2008-03-19 The interview was taped at 1:37 p.m. in the Map Room at the White House and was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 20. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg407.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg407.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg407 pap_text2008bk1-197 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg407 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg407.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg407.pdf 407 408 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 407 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the National President's Challenge PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg407 198 2008-03-20 The President spoke at 1:09 p.m. in the East Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Eli Manning, quarterback, National Football League's New York Giants. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg408.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg408.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg408 pap_text2008bk1-198 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg408 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg408.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg408.pdf 408 409 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 408 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham of the Bahamas, Prime Minister David Thompson of Barbados, and Prime Minister Dean Barrow of Belize PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg408 199 2008-03-20 The President spoke at 2:29 p.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409 pap_text2008bk1-199 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409.pdf 409 409 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 409 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message on the Observance of Easter 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409 200 2008-03-21 The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language version of this message. An original was not available for verification of the content of this message. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409-2 pap_text2008bk1-200 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409-2.pdf 409 410 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 409 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg409-2 201 2008-03-22 The address was recorded at 7:10 a.m. on March 20 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on March 22. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 21, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg410.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg410.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg410 pap_text2008bk1-201 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg410 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg410.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg410.pdf 410 411 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 410 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Presidential Election in Taiwan PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg410 202 2008-03-22 The statement referred to President-elect Ma Ying-jeou of Taiwan. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411 pap_text2008bk1-202 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411.pdf 411 411 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 411 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the White House Easter Egg Roll PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411 203 2008-03-24 The President spoke at 9:23 a.m. from the Blue Room balcony at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to entertainers the Jonas Brothers; and Troy Aikman, former quarterback, National Football League's Dallas Cowboys. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411-2 pap_text2008bk1-203 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411-2.pdf 411 412 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 411 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Briefing at the Department of State PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg411-2 204 2008-03-24 The President spoke at 3:03 p.m. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg412.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg412.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg412 pap_text2008bk1-204 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg412 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg412.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg412.pdf 412 413 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 412 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With the 2008 Bassmaster Classic Champion and 2007 Women's Bassmaster Tour Champion PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg412 205 2008-03-25 The President spoke at 10:11 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to TV host and fisherman Charlie Pack. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg413.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg413.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg413 pap_text2008bk1-205 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg413 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg413.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg413.pdf 413 414 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 413 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following Discussions With King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa of Bahrain PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg413 206 2008-03-25 The President spoke at 11:32 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. King Hamad referred to Minister of Foreign Affairs Khalid bin Ahmad al-Khalifa of Bahrain. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg414.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg414.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg414 pap_text2008bk1-206 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg414 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg414.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg414.pdf 414 415 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 414 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Celebration of Greek Independence Day PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg414 207 2008-03-25 The President spoke at 3:41 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Archbishop Demetrios, Primate of the Greek Orthodox Church in America and his assistant for public affairs Reverend Father Alex Karloutsos; Minister of Development Christos Folias of Greece and his son Sotiris; Greece's Ambassador to the U.S. Alexandros P. Mallias and his wife Francoise-Anne; and Cyprus's Ambassador to the U.S. Andreas S. Kakouris. The related Greek Independence Day proclamation of March 20 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg415.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg415.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg415 pap_text2008bk1-207 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg415 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg415.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg415.pdf 415 416 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 415 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Tour of ColorCraft of Virginia in Sterling, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg415 208 2008-03-26 The President spoke at 12:25 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to James H. Mayes, president, ColorCraft of Virginia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg416.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg416.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg416 pap_text2008bk1-208 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg416 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg416.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg416.pdf 416 423 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 416 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Foreign Print Journalists PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg416 209 2008-03-26 The interview was taped at 1:53 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House and was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 27. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; President Traian Basescu and Prime Minister Calin Popescu-Tariceanu of Romania; former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom; and President Nicolas Sarkozy of France. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423 pap_text2008bk1-209 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423.pdf 423 423 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 423 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on Certification Concerning U.S. Participation in the United Nations-African Union Mission in Darfur Under Section 2005 of the American Servicemembers' Protection Act PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423 210 2008-03-26 This memorandum was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 27, and it was not received for publication in the Federal Register.

Title 22 Section 7421et seq. 22 U.S.C. 7421et seq. Public Law 107-206 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423-2 pap_text2008bk1-210 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423-2.pdf 423 431 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 423 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg423-2 211 2008-03-27 The President spoke at 10:21 a.m. at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. In his remarks, he referred to Maj. Gen. Charles D. Metcalf, USAF (Ret.), director, National Museum of the United States Air Force; Mayor Rhine McLin of Dayton, OH; Col. Colleen M. Ryan, USAF, commander, 88th Air Base Wing, and installation commander, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki and Deputy Prime Minister Barham Salih of Iraq; Lt. Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Corps--Iraq; King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa of Bahrain; Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization; and Ayman Al-Zawahiri, founder of the Egyptian Islamic Jihad and senior Al Qaida associate. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg431.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg431.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg431 pap_text2008bk1-211 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg431 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg431.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg431.pdf 431 438 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 431 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With Prime Minister Kevin M. Rudd M. of Australia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg431 212 2008-03-28 The President's news conference began at 11:37 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Therese Rein, wife of Prime Minister Rudd; President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan; Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq; Iraqi Shiite cleric Muqtada Al Sadr; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama; and President Hu Jintao of China. A reporter referred to former Prime Minister John W. Howard of Australia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg438.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg438.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg438 pap_text2008bk1-212 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg438 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg438.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg438.pdf 438 440 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 438 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Tour of Novadebt in Freehold, New Jersey PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg438 213 2008-03-28 The President spoke at 3:30 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Joel Greenberg, president and chief executive officer, and Jill Feldman, vice president, Novadebt. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg440.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg440.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg440 pap_text2008bk1-213 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg440 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg440.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg440.pdf 440 441 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 440 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg440 214 2008-03-29 The address was recorded at 7:05 a.m. on March 28 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on March 29. In the address, the President referred to Penny Meredith, mortgage counselor, Novadebt. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 28, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441 pap_text2008bk1-214 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441.pdf 441 441 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 441 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Departure for Kiev, Ukraine PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441 215 2008-03-31 The President spoke at 6:56 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441-2 pap_text2008bk1-215 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441-2.pdf 441 442 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 441 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Resignation of Alphonso R. Jackson R. as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg441-2 216 2008-03-31 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg442.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg442.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg442 pap_text2008bk1-216 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg442 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg442.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg442.pdf 442 443 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 442 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report on North Atlantic Treaty Organization Enlargement PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg442 217 2008-03-28 Identical letters were sent to Robert C. Byrd, chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriations; Carl Levin, chairman, Senate Committee on Armed Services; Joseph R. Biden, Jr., chairman, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; David R. Obey, chairman, House Committee on Appropriations; Isaac N. Skelton, IV, chairman, House Committee on Armed Services; and Howard L. Berman, chairman, House Committee on Foreign Affairs. This letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 1. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg443.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg443.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg443 pap_text2008bk1-217 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg443 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg443.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg443.pdf 443 448 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 443 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Viktor Yushchenko of Ukraine in Kiev, Ukraine PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg443 218 2008-04-01 The President's news conference began at 11 a.m. in the House with Chimeras at the Presidential Secretariat. In his remarks, he referred to President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. President Yushchenko and some reporters spoke in Ukrainian, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg448.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg448.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg448 pap_text2008bk1-218 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg448 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg448.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg448.pdf 448 449 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 448 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Luncheon Hosted by President Viktor Yushchenko of Ukraine in Kiev PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg448 219 2008-04-01 The President spoke at 11:57 a.m. at the Presidential Secretariat. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Yuliya Tymoshenko and Verkhovna Chairman Rada Yatseniuk Arseniy Petrovych of Ukraine; and Kateryna Mykhailivna Yushchenko, wife of President Yushchenko. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Yushchenko. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449 pap_text2008bk1-219 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449.pdf 449 449 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 449 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Tour of School 57 in Kiev PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449 220 2008-04-01 The President spoke at 3:56 p.m. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449-2 pap_text2008bk1-220 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449-2.pdf 449 456 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 449 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in Bucharest, Romania PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg449-2 221 2008-04-02 The President spoke at 8:45 a.m. at the Casa de Economii si Consemnatiuni. In his remarks, he referred to former Presidents Ion Iliescu and Emil Constantinescu of Romania; President Valdis Zatlers of Latvia and his wife Lilita Zatlere; Radu Gratian Ghetea, president, Casa de Economii si Consemnatiuni; Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization; President Nicolas Sarkozy of France; Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq; President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia; and Aurelia Marcu, wife of Romanian Army 2d Lt. Aurel Marcu, who was killed in Afghanistan on September 6, 2007. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg456.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg456.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg456 pap_text2008bk1-221 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg456 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg456.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg456.pdf 456 461 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 456 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Traian Basescu of Romania in Neptun, Romania PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg456 222 2008-04-02 The President's news conference began at 1:40 p.m. at the Protocol Villas Neptun-Olimp. In his remarks, he referred to Maria Basescu, wife of President Basescu; President Nicolas Sarkozy of France; and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. President Basescu and some reporters spoke partly in Romanian, and those portions of their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg461.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg461.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg461 pap_text2008bk1-222 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg461 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg461.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg461.pdf 461 463 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 461 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With Secretary General Jakob Gijsbert ``Jaap'' de Hoop Scheffer Gijsbert ``Jaap'' of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in Bucharest, Romania PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg461 223 2008-04-02 The President spoke at 5:15 p.m. at the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to President Mikheil Saakashvili of Georgia; and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. Secretary General de Hoop Scheffer referred to President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg463.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg463.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg463 pap_text2008bk1-223 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg463 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg463.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg463.pdf 463 464 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 463 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a North Atlantic Council Summit Meeting in Bucharest PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg463 224 2008-04-03 The President spoke at 2:05 p.m. at the Palace of Parliament. In his remarks, he referred to President Traian Basescu of Romania. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg464.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg464.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg464 pap_text2008bk1-224 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg464 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg464.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg464.pdf 464 466 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 464 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With Prime Minister Calin Popescu- Tariceanu of Romania in Bucharest PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg464 225 2008-04-04 The President spoke at 2:03 p.m. at the Victoria Palace. Prime Minister Popescu-Tariceanu spoke partly in Romanian, and those portions of his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466 pap_text2008bk1-225 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466.pdf 466 466 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 466 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the 40th Anniversary of the Death of Martin Luther King, Jr. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466 226 2008-04-04 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466-2 pap_text2008bk1-226 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466-2.pdf 466 467 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 466 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Dinner Hosted by President Stjepan Mesic of Croatia in Zagreb, Croatia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg466-2 227 2008-04-04 The President spoke at 8:04 p.m. at the Pucka Dvorana. In his remarks, he referred to Milka Mesic, wife of President Mesic; and Prime Minister Ivo Sanader of Croatia and his wife Mirjana. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Mesic. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg467.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg467.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg467 pap_text2008bk1-227 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg467 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg467.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg467.pdf 467 468 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 467 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Ivo Sanader of Croatia in Zagreb PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg467 228 2008-04-05 The President spoke at 10:31 a.m. at the Banski Dvori. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg468.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg468.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg468 pap_text2008bk1-228 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg468 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg468.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg468.pdf 468 469 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 468 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in Zagreb PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg468 229 2008-04-05 The President spoke at 10:49 a.m. in St. Mark's Square. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Ivo Sanader of Croatia. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Prime Minister Sanader. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg469.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg469.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg469 pap_text2008bk1-229 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg469 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg469.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg469.pdf 469 471 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 469 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg469 230 2008-04-05 The address was recorded at 1:30 p.m. on April 3 in Bucharest, Romania, for broadcast at 10:06 a.m., e.d.t., on April 5. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 4, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. Due to the 6-hour time difference, the address was broadcast after the President's remarks in Croatia. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471 pap_text2008bk1-230 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471.pdf 471 471 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 471 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With President Vladimir V. Putin V. of Russia in Sochi, Russia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471 231 2008-04-06 The President spoke at 10:10 a.m. at the Bocharov Ruchei. President Putin spoke in Russian, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471-2 pap_text2008bk1-231 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471-2.pdf 471 472 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 471 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Meeting With President-elect Dmitry A. Medvedev A. of Russia in Sochi PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg471-2 232 2008-04-06 The President spoke at 11:20 a.m. in the President's Office at the Bocharov Ruchei. President-elect Medvedev referred to President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia. President-elect Medvedev spoke in Russian, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg472.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg472.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg472 pap_text2008bk1-232 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg472 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg472.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg472.pdf 472 479 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 472 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Vladimir V. Putin V. of Russia in Sochi PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg472 233 2008-04-06 The President's news conference began at 12:07 p.m. in the Press Center at the Bocharov Ruchei. President Putin and some reporters spoke in Russian, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479 pap_text2008bk1-233 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479.pdf 479 479 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 479 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Charlton Heston PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479 234 2008-04-06 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479-2 pap_text2008bk1-234 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479-2.pdf 479 482 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 479 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Colombia Free Trade Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg479-2 235 2008-04-07 The President spoke at 11:34 a.m. in Room 450 of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to Colombia's Ambassador to the U.S. Carolina Barco Isakson. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg482.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg482.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg482 pap_text2008bk1-235 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg482 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg482.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg482.pdf 482 483 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 482 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Small and Midsize Business Owners PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg482 236 2008-04-07 The President spoke at 1:46 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg483.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg483.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg483 pap_text2008bk1-236 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg483 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg483.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg483.pdf 483 485 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 483 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2007 NCAA Football Champion Louisiana State University Tigers PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg483 237 2008-04-07 The President spoke at 2:08 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Scott and Clark McCrery, sons of Rep. James O. McCrery III; Preston Kennedy, son of Louisiana State Treasurer John Neely Kennedy; former Sen. John B. Breaux; Jared Mitchell and Trindon Holliday, wide receivers, Chad Jones and Craig Steltz, safeties, Herman Johnson, offensive lineman, Luke Sanders, linebacker, Charles Alexander, defensive tackle, and Ciron Black, offensive tackle, Louisiana State University football team; and LSU football fan Michael Conger. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg485.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg485.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg485 pap_text2008bk1-237 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg485 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg485.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg485.pdf 485 487 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 485 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress Transmitting Proposed Legislation To Implement the United States-Colombia Free Trade Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg485 238 2008-04-07 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 8. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg487.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg487.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg487 pap_text2008bk1-238 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg487 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg487.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg487.pdf 487 489 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 487 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Presenting Posthumously the Congressional Medal of Honor to Petty Officer Michael A. Monsoor PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg487 239 2008-04-08 The President spoke at 3:07 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Rear Adm. Robert F. Burt, USN, Chief of Navy Chaplains. Following the President's remarks, Lt. Col. Gina C. Humble, USAF, Air Force Aide to the President, read the citation. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489 pap_text2008bk1-239 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489.pdf 489 489 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 489 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Afghanistan Provincial Governors PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489 240 2008-04-08 The President spoke at 4:18 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489-2 pap_text2008bk1-240 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489-2.pdf 489 490 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 489 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting Amendments to the International Telecommunication Union Constitution and Convention PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg489-2 241 2008-04-08 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg490.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg490.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg490 pap_text2008bk1-241 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg490 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg490.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg490.pdf 490 492 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 490 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing the Second Chance Act of 2007 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg490 242 2008-04-09 The President spoke at 10:31 a.m. in Room 350 of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. H.R. 1593, approved April 9, was assigned Public Law No. 110-199. H.R. 1593 110 Public Law 110-199 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg492.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg492.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg492 pap_text2008bk1-242 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg492 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg492.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg492.pdf 492 493 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 492 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong of Singapore PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg492 243 2008-04-09 The President spoke at 11:36 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg493.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg493.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg493 pap_text2008bk1-243 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg493 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg493.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg493.pdf 493 497 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 493 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the War on Terror PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg493 244 2008-04-10 The President spoke at 11:24 a.m. in the Cross Hall at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; and Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg497.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg497.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg497 pap_text2008bk1-244 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg497 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg497.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg497.pdf 497 498 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 497 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on House of Representatives Action on Colombia Free Trade Agreement Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg497 245 2008-04-10 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg498.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg498.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg498 pap_text2008bk1-245 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg498 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg498.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg498.pdf 498 499 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 498 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg498 246 2008-04-12 The address was recorded at 8 a.m. on April 11 at the Bush Ranch in Crawford, TX, for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on April 12. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 11, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. In his address, the President referred to Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg499.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg499.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg499 pap_text2008bk1-246 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg499 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg499.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg499.pdf 499 500 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 499 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Cabinet Meeting PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg499 247 2008-04-14 The President spoke at 10:14 a.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg500.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg500.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg500 pap_text2008bk1-247 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg500 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg500.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg500.pdf 500 501 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 500 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Presenting the Commander in Chief's Trophy to the United States Naval Academy Midshipmen PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg500 248 2008-04-14 The President spoke at 1:16 p.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Ken Niumatalolo, head coach, U.S. Naval Academy football team; Vice Adm. Jeffrey L. Fowler, USN, superintendent, U.S. Naval Academy; and Pope Benedict XVI. 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PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg501 249 2008-04-14 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg502.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg502.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg502 pap_text2008bk1-249 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg502 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg502.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg502.pdf 502 503 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 502 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring President Thomas Jefferson's 265th Birthday PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg502 250 2008-04-14 The President spoke at 6:05 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Timothy M. Kaine of Virginia and his wife Anne Holton; and Wilfred M. McClay, SunTrust Bank chair of excellence in humanities and professor of history, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503 pap_text2008bk1-250 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503.pdf 503 503 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 503 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Anniversary of the Virginia Tech Shootings in Blacksburg, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503 251 2008-04-15 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503-2 pap_text2008bk1-251 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503-2.pdf 503 504 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 503 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Welcoming Ceremony for Pope Benedict XVI PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg503-2 252 2008-04-16 The President spoke at 10:38 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Pope Benedict XVI. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg504.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg504.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg504 pap_text2008bk1-252 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg504 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg504.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg504.pdf 504 505 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 504 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Joint Statement by the United States of America and the Holy See PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg504 253 2008-04-16 The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language version of this joint statement. An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg505.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg505.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg505 pap_text2008bk1-253 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg505 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg505.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg505.pdf 505 509 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 505 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Energy and Climate Change PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg505 254 2008-04-16 The President spoke at 2:45 p.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President Nicolas Sarkozy of France. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg509.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg509.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg509 pap_text2008bk1-254 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg509 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg509.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg509.pdf 509 511 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 509 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the President's Environmental Youth Awards Ceremony PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg509 255 2008-04-17 The President spoke at 10:03 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Stephen L. Johnson, Administrator, Environmental Protection Agency, and his wife Debbie. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg511.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg511.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg511 pap_text2008bk1-255 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg511 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg511.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg511.pdf 511 519 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 511 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg511 256 2008-04-17 The President's news conference began at 2:43 p.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq. Prime Minister Brown referred to Executive Director Josette Sheeran of the World Food Programme; and former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom. A reporter referred to Director General Mohamed ElBaradei of the International Atomic Energy Agency. 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Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the 25th Anniversary of the Terrorist Attack on the United States Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg519 257 2008-04-17 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520 pap_text2008bk1-257 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520.pdf 520 520 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 520 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Extending Generalized System of Preferences Benefits to the Solomon Islands PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520 258 2008-04-17 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520-2 pap_text2008bk1-258 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520-2.pdf 520 523 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 520 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg520-2 259 2008-04-18 The President spoke at 8:33 a.m. at the Washington Hilton Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to D. Austin Ruse, cofounder and member of the board of directors, National Catholic Prayer Breakfast; Pope Benedict XVI; Most Reverend Jose H. Gomez, Archbishop of San Antonio, TX; and Most Reverend Robert W. Finn, Bishop of Kansas City--St. Joseph, MO. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg523.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg523.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg523 pap_text2008bk1-259 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg523 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg523.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg523.pdf 523 529 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 523 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the America's Small Business Summit PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg523 260 2008-04-18 The President spoke at 11:12 a.m. at the Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Pope Benedict XVI; Thomas J. Donohue, president and chief executive officer, U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Darlene M. Miller, president and chief executive officer, Permac Industries; and Thomas E. Sawner, president and chief executive officer, Educational Options, Inc. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg529.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg529.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg529 pap_text2008bk1-260 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg529 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg529.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg529.pdf 529 531 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 529 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Nomination of Steven C. Preston C. To Be Secretary of Housing and Urban Development PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg529 261 2008-04-18 The President spoke at 11:57 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Secretary-designate Preston. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531 pap_text2008bk1-261 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531.pdf 531 531 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 531 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Appointment of Douglas V. O'Dell, Jr., V., Jr. as Federal Coordinator of the Office of Gulf Coast Rebuilding PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531 262 2008-04-18 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531-2 pap_text2008bk1-262 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531-2.pdf 531 532 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 531 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message on the Observance of Passover, 5768 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg531-2 263 2008-04-18 An original was not available for verification of the content of this message. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg532.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg532.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg532 pap_text2008bk1-263 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg532 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg532.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg532.pdf 532 533 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 532 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg532 264 2008-04-19 The address was recorded at 7:35 a.m. on April 18 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on April 19. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 18, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg533.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg533.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg533 pap_text2008bk1-264 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg533 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg533.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg533.pdf 533 539 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 533 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Lee Myung-bak of South Korea at Camp David, Maryland PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg533 265 2008-04-19 The President's news conference began at 11:17 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Kim Yoon-ok, wife of President Lee; Minister of National Defense Lee Sang-hee of South Korea; Chairman Kim Jong Il of North Korea; and Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama. A reporter referred to Ambassador John R. Bolton, former U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations. President Lee and some reporters spoke in Korean, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg539.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg539.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg539 pap_text2008bk1-265 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg539 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg539.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg539.pdf 539 540 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 539 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Announcing the Reopening of the Mexican Consulate in New Orleans, Louisiana PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg539 266 2008-04-21 The President spoke at 1 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Foreign Relations Patricia Espinosa Cantellano and Consul Andrea Garcia Guerra of Mexico; Mexico's Ambassador to the U.S. Arturo Sarukhan Casamitjana; Gov. Piyush ``Bobby'' Jindal of Louisiana; and Mayor C. Ray Nagin of New Orleans, LA. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Calderon Hinojosa. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg540.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg540.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg540 pap_text2008bk1-266 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg540 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg540.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg540.pdf 540 542 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 540 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With President Felipe de Jesus Calderon Hinojosa de Jesus of Mexico in New Orleans PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg540 267 2008-04-21 The President spoke at 2:40 p.m. at the Windsor Court Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg542.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg542.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg542 pap_text2008bk1-267 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg542 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg542.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg542.pdf 542 543 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 542 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada in New Orleans PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg542 268 2008-04-21 The President spoke at 4:19 p.m. at the Windsor Court Hotel. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg543.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg543.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg543 pap_text2008bk1-268 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg543 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg543.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg543.pdf 543 546 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 543 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a United States Chamber of Commerce Reception in New Orleans PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg543 269 2008-04-21 The President spoke at 6:36 p.m. at Gallier Hall. In his remarks, he referred to Thomas J. Donohue, president and chief executive officer, U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Supriya Jindal, wife of Gov. Piyush ``Bobby'' Jindal of Louisiana; Mayor C. Ray Nagin of New Orleans, LA; Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada; and President Felipe de Jesus Calderon Hinojosa of Mexico. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg546.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg546.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg546 pap_text2008bk1-269 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg546 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg546.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg546.pdf 546 557 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 546 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Felipe de Jesus Calderon Hinojosa de Jesus of Mexico and Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada in New Orleans PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg546 270 2008-04-22 The President's news conference began at 11:31 a.m. at Gallier Hall. In his remarks, President Bush referred to President Alvaro Uribe Velez of Colombia. President Calderon referred to Secretary of Economy Eduardo Sojo Garza-Aldape of Mexico. Prime Minister Harper referred to his wife Laureen. A reporter referred to former Mexican Presidential candidate Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador. President Calderon spoke in Spanish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Portions of Prime Minister Harper's remarks were in French, and an English translation was provided. Some reporters spoke in Spanish and French, and their remarks were translated by interpreters. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this news conference. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg557.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg557.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg557 pap_text2008bk1-270 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg557 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg557.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg557.pdf 557 559 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 557 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Joint Statement by President George W. Bush, President Felipe de Jesus Calderon Hinojosa de Jesus of Mexico, and Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg557 271 2008-04-22 The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language version of this joint statement. An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg559.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg559.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg559 pap_text2008bk1-271 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg559 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg559.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg559.pdf 559 560 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 559 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Community Leaders in New Orleans PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg559 272 2008-04-22 The President spoke at 2:07 p.m. at Galatoire's Restaurant. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Piyush ``Bobby'' Jindal of Louisiana; Mayor C. Ray Nagin of New Orleans, LA; Douglas V. O'Dell, Jr., Federal Coordinator, Office of Gulf Coast Rebuilding; Jim Letten, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana; President Felipe de Jesus Calderon Hinojosa of Mexico; and Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg560.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg560.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg560 pap_text2008bk1-272 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg560 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg560.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg560.pdf 560 561 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 560 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Arrival in Baton Rouge, Louisiana PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg560 273 2008-04-22 The President spoke at 3:19 p.m. at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. Piyush ``Bobby'' Jindal of Louisiana; and Becky, wife, and Preston, son, of senatorial candidate John N. Kennedy. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg561.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg561.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg561 pap_text2008bk1-273 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg561 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg561.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg561.pdf 561 562 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 561 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Farm Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg561 274 2008-04-22 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562 pap_text2008bk1-274 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562.pdf 562 562 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 562 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the No Child Left Behind Act PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562 275 2008-04-22 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562-2 pap_text2008bk1-275 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562-2.pdf 562 564 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 562 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Presenting the Congressional Gold Medal to Michael E. DeBakey E. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg562-2 276 2008-04-23 The President spoke at 11:33 a.m. in the Rotunda at the U.S. Capitol. In his remarks, he referred to Katrin DeBakey, wife of Michael E. DeBakey. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg564.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg564.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg564 pap_text2008bk1-276 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg564 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg564.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg564.pdf 564 568 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 564 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Small Business Week PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg564 277 2008-04-23 The President spoke at 3:50 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Shawn C. Boyer, president and chief executive officer, David Bosher, senior vice president and chief financial officer, and Tennille Boyer, national account executive, SnagAJob.com, Inc.; J. Hardin Boyer, father of Mr. Boyer; and Angela Timm, founder and chief executive officer, Cottage Garden Collections. The Small Business Week proclamation of April 17 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg568.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg568.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg568 pap_text2008bk1-277 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg568 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg568.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg568.pdf 568 569 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 568 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on National Donate Life Month PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg568 278 2008-04-23 The National Donate Life Month proclamation of April 1 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg569.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg569.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg569 pap_text2008bk1-278 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg569 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg569.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg569.pdf 569 575 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 569 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the White House Summit on Inner-City Children and Faith-Based Schools PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg569 279 2008-04-24 The President spoke at 10:23 a.m. at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. In his remarks, he referred to Aysia Mayo-Gray, student, St. Ann's Academy, Washington, DC; Archbishop Donald W. Wuerl of Washington, DC; and Pope Benedict XVI. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg575.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg575.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg575 pap_text2008bk1-279 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg575 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg575.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg575.pdf 575 576 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 575 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg575 280 2008-04-24 The President spoke at 1:51 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. President Abbas spoke in Arabic, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg576.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg576.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg576 pap_text2008bk1-280 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg576 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg576.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg576.pdf 576 578 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 576 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to Participants of the Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg576 281 2008-04-24 The President spoke at 3:26 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Steve Doocy, anchor, FOX News Channel's ``Fox and Friends''; Chris Carney, founder, Wounded Warrior Project Soldier Ride; and Jillian Kinsella, fiancee of Cpl. Chad M. Watson, USMC. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578 pap_text2008bk1-281 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578.pdf 578 578 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 578 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Armenian Remembrance Day PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578 282 2008-04-24 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578-2 pap_text2008bk1-282 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578-2.pdf 578 579 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 578 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the National Economy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg578-2 283 2008-04-25 The President spoke at 9:16 a.m. on the South Grounds at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg579.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg579.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg579 pap_text2008bk1-283 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg579 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg579.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg579.pdf 579 580 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 579 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Visit to the Northwest Boys & Girls Club in Hartford, Connecticut PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg579 284 2008-04-25 The President spoke at 11:30 a.m. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg580.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg580.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg580 pap_text2008bk1-284 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg580 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg580.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg580.pdf 580 583 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 580 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Malaria Awareness Day in Hartford PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg580 285 2008-04-25 The President spoke at 11:44 a.m. at the Northwest Boys & Girls Club. In his remarks, he referred to Roxanne Spillett, president and chief executive officer, Boys & Girls Clubs of America; entertainer Melinda Doolittle; and Samuel S. Gray, Jr., president and chief executive officer, Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford, Inc. The Malaria Awareness Day proclamation is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg583.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg583.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg583 pap_text2008bk1-285 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg583 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg583.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg583.pdf 583 584 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 583 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg583 286 2008-04-26 The address was recorded at 7:10 a.m. on April 25 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on April 26. In his address, the President referred to H.R. 5715, the ``Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act of 2008.'' The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 25, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. H.R. 5715 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg584.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg584.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg584 pap_text2008bk1-286 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg584 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg584.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg584.pdf 584 585 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 584 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg584 287 2008-04-26 The President spoke at approximately 8 p.m. at the Washington Hilton Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to entertainers Craig Ferguson, Ozzy Osbourne, and Pamela Anderson; and former Gov. W. Mitt Romney of Massachusetts. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on April 28. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg585.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg585.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg585 pap_text2008bk1-287 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg585 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg585.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg585.pdf 585 587 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 585 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With President Alvaro Colom Caballeros of Guatemala PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg585 288 2008-04-28 The President spoke at 11:41 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Sandra Torres de Colom, wife of President Colom Caballeros. President Colom Caballeros spoke in Spanish, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587 pap_text2008bk1-288 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587.pdf 587 587 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 587 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With United States-Brazil CEO Forum Officials PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587 289 2008-04-28 The President spoke at 1:57 p.m. in Room 350 of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587-2 pap_text2008bk1-289 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587-2.pdf 587 600 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 587 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg587-2 290 2008-04-29 The President's news conference began at 10:31 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon; President Mahmoud Abbas and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad of the Palestinian Authority; Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; and President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. Reporters referred to former President Jimmy Carter; and Rep. James E. Clyburn. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg600.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg600.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg600 pap_text2008bk1-290 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg600 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg600.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg600.pdf 600 601 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 600 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Discussion With Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Afghanistan Kai Eide PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg600 291 2008-04-29 The President spoke at 1:48 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg601.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg601.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg601 pap_text2008bk1-291 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg601 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg601.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg601.pdf 601 603 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 601 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on National Volunteer Week PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg601 292 2008-04-29 The President spoke at 2:58 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. The National Volunteer Week proclamation of April 22 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg603.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg603.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg603 pap_text2008bk1-292 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg603 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg603.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg603.pdf 603 607 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 603 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2008 National and State Teachers of the Year PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg603 293 2008-04-30 The President spoke at 11:20 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Jennifer, wife, Lisa and Ken, parents, Aspen and Johanna, children, and David, brother, of 2008 National Teacher of the Year Michael Geisen. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Mr. Geisen. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg607.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg607.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg607 pap_text2008bk1-293 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg607 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg607.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg607.pdf 607 609 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 607 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2008 Super Bowl Champion New York Giants PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg607 294 2008-04-30 The President spoke at 3:14 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to John K. Mara, president and chief executive officer, Steven Tisch, co-owner, Lawrence Tynes, kicker, and Plaxico Burress, wide receiver, New York Giants; E. Archibald Manning III, father, and Peyton Manning, brother, of Eli Manning, quarterback, New York Giants; and entertainer Jessica Simpson. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609 pap_text2008bk1-294 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609.pdf 609 609 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 609 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on North Korea Freedom Week PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609 295 2008-04-30 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609-2 pap_text2008bk1-295 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609-2.pdf 609 610 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 609 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress Reporting on Blocking Property and Prohibiting Certain Transactions Related to Burma PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg609-2 296 2008-04-30 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 1. The related Executive order is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1701et seq. 50 U.S.C. 1701et seq. Public Law 108-61 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg610.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg610.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg610 pap_text2008bk1-296 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg610 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg610.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg610.pdf 610 612 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 610 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the National Day of Prayer PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg610 297 2008-05-01 The President spoke at 10:12 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Shirley Dobson, chairman, National Day of Prayer Task Force, and her husband James; Ravi Zacharias, honorary chairman, National Day of Prayer Task Force; Rabbi Lyle Fishman, Ohr Kodesh Congregation in Chevy Chase, MD; and Pastor Steve Mays, senior pastor, Cavalry Chapel South Bay in Gardena, CA. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. The National Day of Prayer proclamation of April 28 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg612.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg612.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg612 pap_text2008bk1-297 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg612 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg612.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg612.pdf 612 616 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 612 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Observance of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg612 298 2008-05-01 The President spoke at 2:53 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to former Transportation Secretary Norman Y. Mineta; President Lee Myung-bak of South Korea; Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Christopher R. Hill; Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama; President Hu Jintao of China; and Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda of Japan. The Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month proclamation of April 29 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg616.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg616.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg616 pap_text2008bk1-298 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg616 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg616.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg616.pdf 616 617 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 616 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Emergency Food Aid Programs PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg616 299 2008-05-01 The President spoke at 3:13 p.m. in the Diplomatic Reception Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg617.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg617.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg617 pap_text2008bk1-299 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg617 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg617.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg617.pdf 617 618 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 617 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Burma PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg617 300 2008-05-01 The statement referred to Senior Gen. Than Shwe, Chairman, State Peace and Development Council of Burma; United Nations Special Envoy to Myanmar Ibrahim Gambari; and Aung San Suu Kyi, leader of the National League for Democracy in Burma. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg618.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg618.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg618 pap_text2008bk1-300 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg618 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg618.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg618.pdf 618 619 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 618 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on World Press Freedom Day PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg618 301 2008-05-01 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619 pap_text2008bk1-301 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619.pdf 619 619 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 619 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Congressional Passage of Student Loan Access Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619 302 2008-05-01 The statement referred to H.R. 5715. H.R. 5715 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619-2 pap_text2008bk1-302 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619-2.pdf 619 633 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 619 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the National Economy and a Question-and-Answer Session in Maryland Heights, Missouri PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg619-2 303 2008-05-02 The President spoke at 11:11 a.m. at World Wide Technology, Inc. In his remarks, he referred to David L. Steward, chairman of the board, James P. Kavanaugh, chief executive officer, and Joseph G. Koenig, president, World Wide Technology, Inc; President Alvaro Uribe Velez of Colombia; Pope Benedict XVI; and former President Ion Iliescu of Romania. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg633.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg633.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg633 pap_text2008bk1-303 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg633 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg633.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg633.pdf 633 634 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 633 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message on the Observance of Cinco de Mayo, 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg633 304 2008-05-02 The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language version of this message. An original was not available for verification of the content of this message. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634 pap_text2008bk1-304 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634.pdf 634 634 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 634 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives Transmitting a Request for Fiscal Year 2009 Supplemental Appropriations for Ongoing Military and Intelligence Operations and Selected Other International Activities PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634 305 2008-05-02 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634-2 pap_text2008bk1-305 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634-2.pdf 634 636 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 634 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg634-2 306 2008-05-03 The address was recorded at 8:55 a.m. on May 2 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on May 3. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 2, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg636.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg636.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg636 pap_text2008bk1-306 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg636 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg636.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg636.pdf 636 639 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 636 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Commencement Address at Greensburg High School in Greensburg, Kansas PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg636 307 2008-05-04 The President spoke at 3:28 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Darin Headrick, superintendent, Greensburg USD 422; Gov. Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas; Mayor John Janssen, Mayor-elect Bob Dixson, and City Administrator Steve Hewitt of Greensburg, KS; and Randy Fulton, principal, Greensburg High School. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg639.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg639.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg639 pap_text2008bk1-307 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg639 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg639.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg639.pdf 639 640 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 639 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Cinco de Mayo Celebration PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg639 308 2008-05-05 The President spoke at 7:51 p.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Mexico's Ambassador to the U.S. Arturo Sarukhan Casamitjana. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640 pap_text2008bk1-308 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640.pdf 640 640 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 640 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing a Bill To Award the Congressional Gold Medal to Aung San Suu Kyi PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640 309 2008-05-06 The President spoke at 8:49 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Aung San Suu Kyi, leader of the National League for Democracy in Burma. H.R. 4286, approved May 6, was assigned Public Law No. 110-209. H.R. 4286 110 Public Law 110-209 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640-2 pap_text2008bk1-309 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640-2.pdf 640 644 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 640 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Military Spouse Day PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg640-2 310 2008-05-06 The President spoke at 9:55 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to entertainer Phil Vassar; Cpl. Visnu Gonzalez, USMC, son of Maria Baez; and Patricia, wife, and Ric, father, of PO 3d Class Nathan B. Bruckenthal, USCG, who was killed in the northern Persian Gulf on April 24, 2004. The Military Spouse Day proclamation of May 5 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg644.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg644.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg644 pap_text2008bk1-310 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg644 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg644.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg644.pdf 644 645 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 644 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in a Discussion With President Martin Torrijos Espino of Panama PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg644 311 2008-05-06 The President spoke at 3:07 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg645.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg645.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg645 pap_text2008bk1-311 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg645 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg645.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg645.pdf 645 646 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 645 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting the Iceland-United States Taxation Convention PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg645 312 2008-05-06 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg646.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg646.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg646 pap_text2008bk1-312 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg646 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg646.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg646.pdf 646 647 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 646 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With the House Republican Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg646 313 2008-05-07 The President spoke at 10:06 a.m. on the North Portico at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President Alvaro Uribe Velez of Colombia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg647.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg647.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg647 pap_text2008bk1-313 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg647 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg647.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg647.pdf 647 652 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 647 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the Council of the Americas PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg647 314 2008-05-07 The President spoke at 1:14 p.m. at the State Department. In his remarks, he referred to William R. Rhodes, chairman, Council of the Americas; former White House Chief of Staff Thomas F. ``Mack'' McLarty; Cuban dissident Martha Beatriz Roque Cabello; former Cuban political prisoner Jorge Luis Garcia Perez; Berta Soler Fernandez, wife of Cuban political prisoner Angel Moya Acosta; President Felipe de Jesus Calderon Hinojosa of Mexico; and President Martin Torrijos Espino of Panama. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg652.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg652.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg652 pap_text2008bk1-314 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg652 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg652.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg652.pdf 652 653 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 652 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods to Syria PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg652 315 2008-05-07 The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg653.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg653.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg653 pap_text2008bk1-315 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg653 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg653.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg653.pdf 653 654 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 653 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress Transmitting the Czech Republic-United States Social Security Agreement PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg653 316 2008-05-07

Title 42 Section 433(e)(1) 42 U.S.C. 433(e)(1) Public Law 95-216 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg654.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg654.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg654 pap_text2008bk1-316 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg654 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg654.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg654.pdf 654 659 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 654 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on Designation and Sharing of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg654 317 2008-05-07 This memorandum was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 9.

Title 5 Section 105 5 U.S.C. 105 Title 6 Section 482(f) 6 U.S.C. 482(f) Public Law 108-458 Public Law 110-53 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg659.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg659.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg659 pap_text2008bk1-317 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg659 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg659.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg659.pdf 659 660 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 659 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg659 318 2008-05-10 The address was recorded at 7:20 a.m. on May 8 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on May 10. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 9, but was embargoed for release until 6 a.m. on May 10. In the address, the President referred to Henry Hager, fiance of Jenna Bush. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660 pap_text2008bk1-318 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660.pdf 660 660 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 660 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Departure From Waco, Texas PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660 319 2008-05-11 The President spoke at 11:52 a.m. at Texas State Technical College. In his remarks, he referred to Gov. C. Bradford Henry of Oklahoma; Gov. Matthew R. Blunt of Missouri; and Gov. George E. ``Sonny'' Perdue of Georgia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660-2 pap_text2008bk1-319 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660-2.pdf 660 665 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 660 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Nadia Bilbassy Charters Bilbassy of Al Arabiya Television PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg660-2 320 2008-05-12 The interview was taped at 12:09 p.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tzipora ``Tzipi'' Livni of Israel; former Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei (Abu Ala), Prime Minister Salam Fayyad, and President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom, Quartet Representative in the Middle East; and King Abdallah bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. Ms. Bilbassy Charters referred to Parliament Members Sa'ad al-Din al-Hariri and Walid Jumblatt of Lebanon; former Israeli Defense Force Chief of Staff Amnon Lipkin-Shahak; and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665 pap_text2008bk1-320 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665.pdf 665 665 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 665 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Earthquake in China PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665 321 2008-05-12 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665-2 pap_text2008bk1-321 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665-2.pdf 665 666 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 665 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Lebanon PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg665-2 322 2008-05-12 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg666.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg666.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg666 pap_text2008bk1-322 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg666 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg666.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg666.pdf 666 669 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 666 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Jacob Eilon and Gil Tamari of Channel 10 TV of Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg666 323 2008-05-12 The interview was taped at 11:30 a.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to Henry Hager, husband of Jenna Bush Hager; and former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel. The interviewers referred to President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; former civilian U.S. Navy intelligence analyst Jonathan Pollard, who was convicted of treason and espionage in 1987; and former civilian U.S. Army mechanical engineer Ben-Ami Kadish, who was arrested on April 22. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 13. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg669.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg669.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg669 pap_text2008bk1-323 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg669 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg669.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg669.pdf 669 672 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 669 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Mona Shazli of Egypt's Dream TV PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg669 324 2008-05-12 The interview was taped at 11:42 a.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to President Mohamed Hosni Mubarak of Egypt. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 13. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg672.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg672.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg672 pap_text2008bk1-324 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg672 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg672.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg672.pdf 672 676 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 672 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Lukman Ahmed of BBC Arabic PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg672 325 2008-05-12 The interview was taped at 11:52 a.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to Henry Hager, husband of Jenna Bush Hager; Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon; President Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen) and former Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei (Abu Ala) of the Palestinian Authority; and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tzipora ``Tzipi'' Livni of Israel. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 13. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg676.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg676.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg676 pap_text2008bk1-325 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg676 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg676.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg676.pdf 676 677 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 676 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress Transmitting the Proposed Russia-United States Agreement on Cooperation in the Field of Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg676 326 2008-05-12 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 13.

Title 42 Section 2153(b) 42 U.S.C. 2153(b) Public Law 105-277 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg677.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg677.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg677 pap_text2008bk1-326 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg677 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg677.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg677.pdf 677 678 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 677 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Farm Legislation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg677 327 2008-05-13 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg678.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg678.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg678 pap_text2008bk1-327 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg678 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg678.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg678.pdf 678 679 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 678 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Welcoming Ceremony in Tel Aviv, Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg678 328 2008-05-14 The President spoke at 11:32 a.m. at Ben Gurion International Airport. In his remarks, he referred to President Shimon Peres and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; and Aliza Olmert, wife of Prime Minister Olmert. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of President Peres and Prime Minister Olmert. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg679.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg679.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg679 pap_text2008bk1-328 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg679 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg679.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg679.pdf 679 680 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 679 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Meeting With President Shimon Peres of Israel in Jerusalem, Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg679 329 2008-05-14 The President spoke at 2:29 p.m. at the President's residence. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg680.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg680.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg680 pap_text2008bk1-329 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg680 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg680.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg680.pdf 680 682 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 680 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg680 330 2008-05-14 The President spoke at 5:35 p.m. at the Prime Minister's Residence. In his remarks, he referred to Aliza Olmert, wife of Prime Minister Olmert; and Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg682.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg682.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg682 pap_text2008bk1-330 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg682 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg682.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg682.pdf 682 683 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 682 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg682 331 2008-05-14 The President spoke at 9:20 p.m. at the ICC Jerusalem International Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to President Shimon Peres, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, and former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel; and Aliza Olmert, wife of Prime Minister Olmert. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg683.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg683.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg683 pap_text2008bk1-331 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg683 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg683.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg683.pdf 683 687 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 683 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to Members of the Knesset in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg683 332 2008-05-15 The President spoke at 2:55 p.m. at the Knesset. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Ehud Olmert, Speaker of the Knesset Dalia Itzik, and former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel; Dorit Beinisch, president, Supreme Court of Israel; Holocaust survivor, Nobel Prize winner, and author Elie Wiesel; Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization; and President Mahmud Ahmadi-nejad of Iran. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg687.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg687.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg687 pap_text2008bk1-332 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg687 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg687.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg687.pdf 687 688 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 687 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg687 333 2008-05-15 The President spoke at 7:40 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to James S. Snyder, director, the Israel Museum; and President Shimon Peres and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg688.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg688.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg688 pap_text2008bk1-333 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg688 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg688.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg688.pdf 688 689 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 688 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in a Discussion With Israeli Youth in Jerusalem PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg688 334 2008-05-16 The President spoke at 10:30 a.m. at the Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg689.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg689.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg689 pap_text2008bk1-334 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg689 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg689.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg689.pdf 689 690 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 689 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Burma PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg689 335 2008-05-16 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 17. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg690.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg690.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg690 pap_text2008bk1-335 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg690 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg690.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg690.pdf 690 692 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 690 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan and an Exchange With Reporters in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg690 336 2008-05-17 The President spoke at 3:14 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh. In his remarks, he referred to President Mohamed Hosni Mubarak of Egypt; Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; and King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud and Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Ali Ibrahim al-Naimi of Saudi Arabia. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg692.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg692.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg692 pap_text2008bk1-336 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg692 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg692.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg692.pdf 692 693 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 692 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg692 337 2008-05-17 The address was recorded at 7 p.m. on May 15 at the King David Hotel in Jerusalem, Israel, for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. e.d.t., on May 17. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 16, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. Due to the 7-hour time difference, the address was broadcast between the President's meetings with President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan and President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. In his address, the President referred to President Shimon Peres and Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; and King Abdallah bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg693.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg693.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg693 pap_text2008bk1-337 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg693 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg693.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg693.pdf 693 694 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 693 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Mahmoud Abbas ``Abu Mazen'' of the Palestinian Authority in Sharm el-Sheikh PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg693 338 2008-05-17 The President spoke at 6:39 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh. In his remarks, he referred to Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon. President Abbas spoke in Arabic, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg694.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg694.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg694 pap_text2008bk1-338 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg694 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg694.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg694.pdf 694 695 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 694 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani Yousuf Raza of Pakistan in Sharm el- Sheikh PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg694 339 2008-05-18 The President spoke at 9 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh. In his remarks, he referred to President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg695.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg695.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg695 pap_text2008bk1-339 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg695 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg695.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg695.pdf 695 696 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 695 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Iraqi Leaders in Sharm el-Sheikh PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg695 340 2008-05-18 The President spoke at 1:43 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh. Participating in the meeting were Vice President Adil Abd Al- Mahdi, Deputy Prime Minister Barham Salih, and Minister of Foreign Affairs Hoshyar Mahmud Zebari of Iraq. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg696.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg696.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg696 pap_text2008bk1-340 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg696 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg696.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg696.pdf 696 701 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 696 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the World Economic Forum in Sharm el-Sheikh PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg696 341 2008-05-18 The President spoke at 3 p.m. at the Maritim Sharm El Sheikh International Congress Center. In his remarks, he referred to Klaus Schwab, founder and executive chairman, World Economic Forum; President Mohamed Hosni Mubarak of Egypt and his wife Suzanne Thabet; Huda Janahi, managing director, Global Cargo & Traveller's Services; and Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg701.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg701.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg701 pap_text2008bk1-341 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg701 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg701.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg701.pdf 701 706 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 701 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Richard Engel of NBC News in Sharm el-Sheikh PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg701 342 2008-05-18 The interview was taped at 2:02 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to President Mahmud Ahmadi-nejad of Iran; Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq; Lt. Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, USA, acting commander, U.S. Central Command; Prime Minister Fuad Siniora of Lebanon; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; and President Mahmoud Abbas and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad of the Palestinian Authority. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 19. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg706.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg706.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg706 pap_text2008bk1-342 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg706 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg706.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg706.pdf 706 707 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 706 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Secretary of the Treasury Henry M. Paulson, Jr. M., Jr. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg706 343 2008-05-19 The President spoke at 11:15 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707 pap_text2008bk1-343 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707.pdf 707 707 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 707 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Earthquake in China PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707 344 2008-05-20 The President spoke at 10:13 a.m. at the Embassy of China. In his remarks, he referred to China's Ambassador to the U.S. Zhou Wenzhong and his wife Xie Shumin. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707-2 pap_text2008bk1-344 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707-2.pdf 707 708 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 707 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Senator Edward M. Kennedy M. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg707-2 345 2008-05-20 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708 pap_text2008bk1-345 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708.pdf 708 708 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 708 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Senate Confirmation of G. Steven Agee. Steven as United States Circuit Judge for the Fourth Circuit PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708 346 2008-05-20 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708-2 pap_text2008bk1-346 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708-2.pdf 708 709 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 708 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg708-2 347 2008-05-20 The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg709.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg709.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg709 pap_text2008bk1-347 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg709 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg709.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg709.pdf 709 712 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 709 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Situation in Cuba PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg709 348 2008-05-21 The President spoke at 10:28 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to former President Fidel Castro Ruz and President Raul Castro Ruz of Cuba; and former Cuban political prisoners Jorge Luis Garcia Perez and Miguel Sigler Amaya. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. The related proclamation of May 20, A Day of Solidarity With the Cuban People, is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg712.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg712.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg712 pap_text2008bk1-348 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg712 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg712.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg712.pdf 712 713 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 712 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg712 349 2008-05-21 The President spoke at 2:05 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. H.R. 493, approved May 21, was assigned Public Law No. 110-233. H.R. 493 110 Public Law 110-233 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713 pap_text2008bk1-349 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713.pdf 713 713 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 713 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of W. Hamilton M. Jordan. Hamilton M. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713 350 2008-05-21 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713-2 pap_text2008bk1-350 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713-2.pdf 713 714 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 713 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the House of Representatives Returning Without Approval the ``Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008'' PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg713-2 351 2008-05-21 H.R. 2419 110 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg714.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg714.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg714 pap_text2008bk1-351 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg714 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg714.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg714.pdf 714 719 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 714 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Division Review Ceremony at Fort Bragg, North Carolina PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg714 352 2008-05-22 The President spoke at 10:54 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to Maj. Gen. David Rodriguez, USA, commander, Col. Victor Petrenko, USA, chief of staff, and CSM Thomas Capel, USA, command sergeant major, 82d Airborne Division; Brig. Gen. Arthur M. Bartell, USA, deputy commanding general, XVIII Airborne Corps and Fort Bragg; Gen. Dan K. McNeill, USA, commander, NATO International Security Assistance Force, Afghanistan; former leader Raoul Cedras of Haiti; Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq; Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization; and Barbara Filik Walsh, mother of Sfc. Benjamin L. Sebban, USA. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg719.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg719.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg719 pap_text2008bk1-352 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg719 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg719.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg719.pdf 719 724 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 719 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on World Trade Week PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg719 353 2008-05-23 The President spoke at 10:54 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to President Martin Torrijos Espino of Panama; and President Lee Myung-bak of South Korea. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. The World Trade Week proclamation of May 15 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg724.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg724.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg724 pap_text2008bk1-353 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg724 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg724.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg724.pdf 724 725 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 724 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg724 354 2008-05-24 The address was recorded at 10:06 a.m. on May 23 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on May 24. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 23, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. In his address, the President referred to Barbara Filik Walsh, mother of Sfc. Benjamin L. Sebban, USA. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg725.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg725.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg725 pap_text2008bk1-354 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg725 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg725.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg725.pdf 725 726 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 725 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Meeting With Leaders of Rolling Thunder, Inc. PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg725 355 2008-05-25 The President spoke at 12:54 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. Participating in the meeting was Artie Muller, national executive director, Rolling Thunder, Inc. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726 pap_text2008bk1-355 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726.pdf 726 726 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 726 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Presidential Election in Lebanon PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726 356 2008-05-25 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726-2 pap_text2008bk1-356 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726-2.pdf 726 728 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 726 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Memorial Day Ceremony in Arlington, Virginia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg726-2 357 2008-05-26 The President spoke at 11:15 a.m. in the Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates; Adm. Michael G. Mullen, USN, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff; and Susan Arnold, mother of Spc. Ronald J. Tucker, USA. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. The Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day proclamation of May 22 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg728.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg728.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg728 pap_text2008bk1-357 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg728 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg728.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg728.pdf 728 729 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 728 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With NCAA Football Head Coaches PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg728 358 2008-05-26 The President spoke at 1:17 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. Participating in the meeting were Tommy Tuberville, head coach, Auburn University football team; Mark Richt, head coach, University of Georgia football team; Randy Shannon, head coach, University of Miami football team; Charlie Weis, head coach, University of Notre Dame football team; and Jack Siedlecki, head coach, Yale University football team. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg729.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg729.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg729 pap_text2008bk1-358 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg729 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg729.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg729.pdf 729 730 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 729 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Tour of Silverado Cable Company in Mesa, Arizona PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg729 359 2008-05-27 The President spoke at 3:07 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Robert Simpson, president, and Mitch Simpson, vice president, Silverado Cable Co. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730 pap_text2008bk1-359 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730.pdf 730 730 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 730 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Burma PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730 360 2008-05-27 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730-2 pap_text2008bk1-360 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730-2.pdf 730 735 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 730 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Commencement Address at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg730-2 361 2008-05-28 The President spoke at 10:15 a.m. at Falcon Stadium. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne, who introduced the President; Gen. T. Michael Moseley, USAF, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force; Lt. Gen. John F. Regni, USAF, superintendent, U.S. Air Force Academy; Rep. Doug Lamborn; and President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg735.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg735.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg735 pap_text2008bk1-361 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg735 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg735.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg735.pdf 735 736 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 735 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Fifth Anniversary of the Proliferation Security Initiative PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg735 362 2008-05-28 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg736.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg736.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg736 pap_text2008bk1-362 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg736 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg736.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg736.pdf 736 737 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 736 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on Potential Pearl Harbor National Monument PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg736 363 2008-05-28 This memorandum was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 29.

Title 16 Section 431 16 U.S.C. 431 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737 pap_text2008bk1-363 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737.pdf 737 737 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 737 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting Designations Under the Kingpin Act PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737 364 2008-05-30 Identical letters were sent to John D. Rockefeller IV, chairman, Senate Select Committee on Intelligence; Patrick J. Leahy, chairman, Senate Committee on the Judiciary; Joseph R. Biden, Jr., chairman, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; Carl Levin, chairman, Senate Committee on Armed Services; Max S. Baucus, chairman, Senate Committee on Finance; Silvestre Reyes, chairman, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence; John Conyers, Jr., chairman, House Committee on the Judiciary; Howard L. Berman, chairman, House Committee on Foreign Affairs; Isaac N. Skelton IV, chairman, House Committee on Armed Services; and Charles B. Rangel, chairman, House Committee on Ways and Means.

Title 21 Section 1901-1908 21 U.S.C. 1901-1908 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737-2 pap_text2008bk1-364 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737-2.pdf 737 739 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 737 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg737-2 365 2008-05-31 The address was recorded at 11 a.m. on May 30 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on May 31. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on May 30, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg739.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg739.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg739 pap_text2008bk1-365 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg739 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg739.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg739.pdf 739 742 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 739 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Commencement Address at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg739 366 2008-05-31 The President spoke at 8:09 p.m. at Paladin Stadium. In his remarks, he referred to David E. Shi, president, Furman University. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg742.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg742.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg742 pap_text2008bk1-366 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg742 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg742.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg742.pdf 742 743 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 742 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Ford's Theatre Gala PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg742 367 2008-06-01 The President spoke at 7 p.m at the National Theatre. In his remarks, he referred to actor Hal Holbrook; musician Larry Gatlin; and Paul R. Tetreault, producing director, Ford's Theatre. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of the First Lady. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 2. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg743.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg743.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg743 pap_text2008bk1-367 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg743 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg743.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg743.pdf 743 745 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 743 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Presenting Posthumously the Congressional Medal of Honor to Private First Class Ross A. McGinnis PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg743 368 2008-06-02 The President spoke at 9:50 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Maj. Gen. Douglas L. Carver, USA, Chief of Army Chaplains. Following the President's remarks, Lt. Cmdr. Daniel Walsh, USCG, Coast Guard Aide to the President, read the citation. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg745.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg745.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg745 pap_text2008bk1-368 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg745 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg745.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg745.pdf 745 747 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 745 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks During a Meeting on the National Economy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg745 369 2008-06-02 The President spoke at 11 a.m. in Room 450 of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to Lawrence B. Lindsey, president and chief executive officer, the Lindsey Group; Robert Carroll, vice president for economic policy, the Tax Foundation; John Rutledge, chairman, Rutledge Capital; and Martin A. Regalia, vice president for economic and tax policy and chief economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747 pap_text2008bk1-369 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747.pdf 747 747 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 747 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Zimbabwe PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747 370 2008-06-02 The statement referred to President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747-2 pap_text2008bk1-370 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747-2.pdf 747 749 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 747 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2008 NCAA Men's Basketball Champion University of Kansas Jayhawks PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg747-2 371 2008-06-03 The President spoke at 10:06 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Cindy Self, wife of University of Kansas men's basketball head coach Bill Self; Mary Brownback, wife of Sen. Sam D. Brownback; Stephene Moore, wife of Rep. Dennis Moore; former Sen. Robert J. Dole; and Brandon Rush and Mario Chalmers, guards, and Danny Manning, assistant coach, University of Kansas men's basketball team. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg749.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg749.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg749 pap_text2008bk1-371 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg749 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg749.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg749.pdf 749 750 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 749 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg749 372 2008-06-04 The President spoke at 1:54 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Aliza Olmert, wife of Prime Minister Olmert. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg750.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg750.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg750 pap_text2008bk1-372 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg750 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg750.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg750.pdf 750 751 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 750 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Senate Transmitting the Bulgaria-United States Taxation Convention PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg750 373 2008-06-04 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg751.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg751.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg751 pap_text2008bk1-373 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg751 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg751.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg751.pdf 751 755 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 751 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the United States Institute of Peace PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg751 374 2008-06-05 The President spoke at 10:49 a.m. at Navy Hill. In his remarks, he referred to former Secretary of State George P. Shultz, who introduced the President, and Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, cochairs, Building for Peace Campaign, U.S. Institute of Peace; J. Robinson West, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Richard H. Solomon, President, and Rev. Sidney Lovett (Ret.), former member of the Board of Directors, U.S. Institute of Peace; and Adm. Michael G. Mullen, USN, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg755.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg755.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg755 pap_text2008bk1-374 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg755 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg755.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg755.pdf 755 756 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 755 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Jan Peter Balkenende Peter of the Netherlands PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg755 375 2008-06-05 The President spoke at 2:13 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg756.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg756.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg756 pap_text2008bk1-375 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg756 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg756.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg756.pdf 756 757 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 756 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Senate Confirmation of Steven C. Preston C. as Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg756 376 2008-06-05 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg757.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg757.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg757 pap_text2008bk1-376 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg757 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg757.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg757.pdf 757 760 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 757 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Directive on Biometrics for Identification and Screening To Enhance National Security PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg757 377 2008-06-05 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg760.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg760.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg760 pap_text2008bk1-377 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg760 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg760.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg760.pdf 760 761 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 760 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Congressional Picnic PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg760 378 2008-06-05 The President spoke at 6:43 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761 pap_text2008bk1-378 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761.pdf 761 761 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 761 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting on Earthquake Relief Efforts in China PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761 379 2008-06-06 The President spoke at 11:43 a.m. at the American Red Cross National Headquarters. In his remarks, he referred to Bonnie McElveen- Hunter, chairman of the board of governors, American Red Cross; and China's Ambassador to the U.S. Zhou Wenzhong. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761-2 pap_text2008bk1-379 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761-2.pdf 761 763 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 761 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Swearing-In Ceremony for Steven C. Preston C. as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg761-2 380 2008-06-06 The President spoke at 1:55 p.m. at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. In his remarks, he referred to Marcia Jackson, wife of former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Alphonso R. Jackson. The transcript released by the Office of the Press Secretary also included the remarks of Secretary Preston. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg763.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg763.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg763 pap_text2008bk1-380 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg763 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg763.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg763.pdf 763 764 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 763 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions and Policies of Certain Members of the Government of Belarus and Other Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Belarus PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg763 381 2008-06-06 The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg764.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg764.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg764 pap_text2008bk1-381 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg764 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg764.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg764.pdf 764 767 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 764 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Gianni Riotta of Italy's Rai TV PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg764 382 2008-06-06 The interview was taped at 10:28 a.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi of Italy; Pope Benedict XVI; King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia; Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama; former Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton; and Republican Presidential candidate John McCain. The interviewer referred to former Republican Presidential candidate Rudolph W. Giuliani. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 7. A portion of this interview could not be verified because the tape was incomplete. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg767.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg767.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg767 pap_text2008bk1-382 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg767 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg767.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg767.pdf 767 768 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 767 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg767 383 2008-06-07 The address was recorded at 10:30 a.m. on June 6 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on June 7. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 6, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768 pap_text2008bk1-383 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768.pdf 768 768 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 768 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Jim McKay PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768 384 2008-06-07 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768-2 pap_text2008bk1-384 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768-2.pdf 768 771 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 768 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Natasa Briski of Slovenia's POP TV PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg768-2 385 2008-06-06 The interview was taped at 10:15 a.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, in his former capacity as the President of Russia; and Republican Presidential candidate John McCain. Ms. Briski referred to Prime Minister Janez Jansa of Slovenia. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 8. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg771.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg771.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg771 pap_text2008bk1-385 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg771 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg771.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg771.pdf 771 772 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 771 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Departure for Kranj, Slovenia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg771 386 2008-06-09 The President spoke at 6:55 a.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg772.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg772.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg772 pap_text2008bk1-386 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg772 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg772.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg772.pdf 772 773 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 772 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives Transmitting Budget Amendments PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg772 387 2008-06-09 This letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 10. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773 pap_text2008bk1-387 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773.pdf 773 773 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 773 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives Transmitting Budget Amendments PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773 388 2008-06-09 This letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 10. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773-2 pap_text2008bk1-388 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773-2.pdf 773 774 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 773 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives Transmitting a Supplemental Budget Request for the Legislative Branch for Fiscal Year 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg773-2 389 2008-06-09 This letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 10. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg774.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg774.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg774 pap_text2008bk1-389 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg774 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg774.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg774.pdf 774 783 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 774 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With European Union Leaders Manuel Durao in Kranj, Slovenia PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg774 390 2008-06-10 The President's news conference began at 2:35 p.m. at Brdo Castle. Participating in the event were Prime Minister Janez Jansa of Slovenia, in his capacity as President of the European Council; and President Jose Manuel Durao Barroso of the European Commission. President Bush referred to President Raul Castro Ruz of Cuba; Foreign Minister Javier Solana Madariaga and Commissioner for Trade Peter Mandelson of the European Union; and King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. President Durao Barroso referred to Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany. Prime Minister Jansa spoke partly in Slovenian, and those portions of his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg783.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg783.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg783 pap_text2008bk1-390 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg783 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg783.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg783.pdf 783 789 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 783 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany in Meseberg, Germany PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg783 391 2008-06-11 The President's news conference began at 11:34 a.m. at Schloss Meseberg. In his remarks, he referred to European Union Foreign Minister Javier Solana Madariaga; and Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq. Chancellor Merkel referred to Outreach 5 (O-5), a group of five important emerging economies that works with the G-8. Chancellor Merkel and a reporter spoke in German, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg789.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg789.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg789 pap_text2008bk1-391 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg789 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg789.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg789.pdf 789 792 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 789 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Christian Malard of France 3 TV PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg789 392 2008-06-06 The interview was taped at 10:39 a.m. in the Map Room at the White House for later broadcast. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel; President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority; President Nicolas Sarkozy of France; Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, in his former capacity as the President of Russia; Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama; and Republican Presidential candidate John McCain. Mr. Malard referred to former President Jacques Chirac of France. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 12. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg792.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg792.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg792 pap_text2008bk1-392 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg792 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg792.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg792.pdf 792 795 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 792 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in a Discussion on Italy-United States Business Exchanges in Rome, Italy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg792 393 2008-06-12 The President spoke at 10:55 a.m. in the Villa Aurelia at the American Academy. In his remarks, he referred to philanthropist Mercedes T. Bass; and Mayor Letizia Moratti of Milan. Ambassador Spogli referred to Luciano Martucci, president and chief executive officer, IBM Italy. Participating in the discussion were U.S. Ambassador to Italy Ronald P. Spogli; 2007 BEST program participants Abramo Barbaresi, Elisabetta Capezio, Valentina Coccoli, Micol Macellari, and Emanuele Orgiu; 2008 BEST program participants Francesco Cattaneo, Chiara Giovenzana, and Michela Piacenti; and BEST program participant mentors Michele Appendino and Marco Palombi. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg795.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg795.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg795 pap_text2008bk1-393 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg795 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg795.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg795.pdf 795 801 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 795 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi of Italy in Rome PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg795 394 2008-06-12 The President's news conference began at 7:39 p.m. in the Loggia di Raffaello at the Villa Madama. In his remarks, the President referred to Gov. Chester J. Culver of Iowa; Gov. James E. Doyle of Wisconsin; Gov. Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr., of Indiana; European Union Foreign Minister Javier Solana Madariaga; Minister of Foreign Affairs Manuchehr Motaki of Iran; Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin of Russia; and Gen. David H. Petraeus, USA, commanding general, Multi-National Force--Iraq. Prime Minister Berlusconi referred to U.S. Republican Presidential candidate John McCain; and President Giorgio Napolitano of Italy. A reporter referred to Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom. Prime Minister Berlusconi and some reporters spoke in Italian, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg801.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg801.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg801 pap_text2008bk1-394 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg801 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg801.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg801.pdf 801 806 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 801 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development in Paris, France PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg801 395 2008-06-13 The President spoke at 3:36 p.m. at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development headquarters. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary-General Angel Gurria of the Organisation for Economic Co- operation and Development and his wife Lulu Quintana; Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice; Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi of Italy; Prime Minister Gordon Brown and former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher of the United Kingdom; Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany; President Nicolas Sarkozy of France; and former President Vaclav Havel of the Czech Republic. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806 pap_text2008bk1-395 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806.pdf 806 806 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 806 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Death of Timothy J. Russert PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806 396 2008-06-13 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806-2 pap_text2008bk1-396 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806-2.pdf 806 808 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 806 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders Reporting on the Deployments of United States Combat-Equipped Armed Forces Around the World PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg806-2 397 2008-06-13 Identical letters were sent to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Richard B. Cheney, President of the Senate. This letter was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 14. Public Law 93-148 Public Law 107-40 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg808.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg808.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg808 pap_text2008bk1-397 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg808 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg808.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg808.pdf 808 815 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 808 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With President Nicolas Sarkozy of France in Paris, France PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg808 398 2008-06-14 The President's news conference began at 11:45 a.m. at Elysee Palace. In his remarks, he referred to Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, wife of President Sarkozy; Timothy J. Russert, moderator of NBC's ``Meet the Press,'' who died on June 13; Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, in his former capacity as President of Russia; President Mahmud Ahmadi-nejad of Iran; and Prime Minister Salam Fayyad and President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority. President Sarkozy referred to President Michel Sleiman of Lebanon; Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany; Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom; and Prime Minister Brian Cowen of Ireland. A reporter referred to Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel. President Sarkozy and some reporters spoke in French, and their remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg815.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg815.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg815 pap_text2008bk1-398 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg815 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg815.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg815.pdf 815 816 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 815 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg815 399 2008-06-14 The address was recorded at 9:15 a.m. on June 13 in Rome, Italy, for broadcast at 10:06 a.m., e.d.t., on June 14. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 13, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. Due to the 6-hour time difference, the address was broadcast after the President's news conference in Paris, France. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg816.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg816.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg816 pap_text2008bk1-399 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg816 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg816.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg816.pdf 816 826 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 816 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Interview With Ned Temko of the Observer in Rome, Italy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg816 400 2008-06-13 The interview was taped at 9:45 a.m. at the Villa Taverna. In his remarks, the President referred to Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq; Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin and President Dmitry A. Medvedev of Russia; King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia; President Mahmud Ahmadi-nejad of Iran; Chairman Kim Jong Il of North Korea; and Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom. The transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 15. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this interview. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826 pap_text2008bk1-400 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826.pdf 826 826 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 826 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to Reporters in Paris, France PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826 401 2008-06-15 The President spoke at 12:13 p.m. at the American Cathedral of the Holy Trinity. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826-2 pap_text2008bk1-401 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826-2.pdf 826 835 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 826 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's News Conference With Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom in London, England PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg826-2 402 2008-06-16 The President's news conference began at 11 a.m. in the Locarno Treaty Room of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office Building. In his remarks, he referred to Sarah Brown, wife of Prime Minister Brown; Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom; U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom Robert H. Tuttle; and President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. Prime Minister Brown referred to Secretary of State for Defense Desmond Browne and Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs David Miliband of the United Kingdom; King Abdallah bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia; and Prime Minister Brian Cowen of Ireland. Reporters referred to President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan; and former Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg835.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg835.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg835 pap_text2008bk1-402 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg835 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg835.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg835.pdf 835 836 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 835 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With First Minister Peter Robinson and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness of Northern Ireland in Belfast, Northern Ireland PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg835 403 2008-06-16 The President spoke at 4:14 p.m. at Stormont Castle. In his remarks, Deputy First Minister McGuinness referred to former Sen. George J. Mitchell; former U.S. Special Envoys for Northern Ireland Richard N. Haass and Mitchell B. Reiss; and Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky, U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg836.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg836.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg836 pap_text2008bk1-403 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg836 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg836.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg836.pdf 836 837 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 836 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Briefing on Flooding in the Midwest PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg836 404 2008-06-17 The President spoke at 10:21 a.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Agriculture Edward T. Schafer; R. David Paulison, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency; Gov. Chester J. Culver of Iowa; and James A. Nussle, Director, Office of Management and Budget. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg837.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg837.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg837 pap_text2008bk1-404 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg837 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg837.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg837.pdf 837 838 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 837 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Briefing on the Security Situation in Afghanistan PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg837 405 2008-06-17 The President spoke at 10:44 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Gen. Dan K. McNeill, USA, former commander, NATO International Security Assistance Force, Afghanistan, and his wife Maureen; and Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg838.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg838.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg838 pap_text2008bk1-405 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg838 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg838.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg838.pdf 838 840 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 838 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Reception for Black Music Month PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg838 406 2008-06-17 The President spoke at 3:01 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Alphonso R. Jackson and his wife Marcia; civil rights leader Dorothy I. Height; and Amy Lynn Carter, daughter of former President Jimmy Carter. The Black Music Month proclamation of May 30 is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840 pap_text2008bk1-406 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840.pdf 840 840 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 840 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Joint Statement by President George W. Bush and President Dmitry A. Medvedev A. of Russia on the Fourth Meeting of the Global Initiative To Combat Nuclear Terrorism PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840 407 2008-06-17 An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-2 pap_text2008bk1-407 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-2.pdf 840 840 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 840 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on the Designation of the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the United States International Trade Commission PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-2 408 2008-06-17

Title 19 Section 1330(c)(1) 19 U.S.C. 1330(c)(1) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-3.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-3.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-3 pap_text2008bk1-408 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-3 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-3.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-3.pdf 840 843 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 840 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Energy PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg840-3 409 2008-06-18 The President spoke at 10:30 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg843.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg843.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg843 pap_text2008bk1-409 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg843 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg843.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg843.pdf 843 845 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 843 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Sergei Stanishev of Bulgaria PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg843 410 2008-06-18 The President spoke at 11:48 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg845.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg845.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg845 pap_text2008bk1-410 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg845 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg845.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg845.pdf 845 846 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 845 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the House of Representatives Returning Without Approval the ``Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008'' PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg845 411 2008-06-18 H.R. 2419 110 H.R. 6124 110 Public Law 110-234 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg846.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg846.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg846 pap_text2008bk1-411 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg846 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg846.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg846.pdf 846 850 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 846 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the President's Dinner PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg846 412 2008-06-18 The President spoke at 7:29 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. In his remarks, he referred to Rep. Jeb Hensarling, chairman, 2008 President's Dinner, and his wife Melissa. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg850.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg850.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg850 pap_text2008bk1-412 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg850 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg850.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg850.pdf 850 851 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 850 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the Russian Federation PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg850 413 2008-06-18 This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 19. The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg851.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg851.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg851 pap_text2008bk1-413 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg851 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg851.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg851.pdf 851 855 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 851 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Presenting the Presidential Medal of Freedom PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg851 414 2008-06-19 The President spoke at 9:45 a.m. in the East Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to George M. Steinbrenner III, chairman, Major League Baseball's New York Yankees; and former Gov. Tommy G. Thompson of Wisconsin. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855 pap_text2008bk1-414 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855.pdf 855 855 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 855 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in a Briefing on Flooding in the Midwest in Cedar Rapids, Iowa PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855 415 2008-06-19 The President spoke at 12:01 p.m. in the Lynn County Training and Response Center at Kirkwood Community College. In his remarks, he referred to Sen. Thomas R. Harkin; and Rep. David W. Loebsack. A portion of these remarks could not be verified because the tape was incomplete. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855-2 pap_text2008bk1-415 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855-2.pdf 855 856 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 855 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks to Reporters in Iowa City, Iowa PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg855-2 416 2008-06-19 The President spoke at 2 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to Mayor Regenia Bailey of Iowa City, IA; and Gov. Chester J. Culver of Iowa and his wife Mari. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg856.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg856.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg856 pap_text2008bk1-416 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg856 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg856.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg856.pdf 856 857 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 856 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message on the Observance of Juneteenth PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg856 417 2008-06-19 An original was not available for verification of the content of this message. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg857.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg857.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg857 pap_text2008bk1-417 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg857 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg857.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg857.pdf 857 858 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 857 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at a Celebration of American Jazz PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg857 418 2008-06-19 The President spoke at 7:36 p.m. in the East Room at the White House. A portion of these remarks could not be verified because the tape was incomplete. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858 pap_text2008bk1-418 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858.pdf 858 858 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 858 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Congressional Action on the Legislative Agenda PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858 419 2008-06-20 The President spoke at 9:11 a.m. from the Oval Office Patio at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Attorney General Michael B. Mukasey. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858-2 pap_text2008bk1-419 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858-2.pdf 858 859 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 858 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report on North Atlantic Treaty Organization Enlargement PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg858-2 420 2008-06-20 Identical letters were sent to Robert C. Byrd, chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriations; Carl Levin, chairman, Senate Committee on Armed Services; Joseph R. Biden, Jr., chairman, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; David R. Obey, chairman, House Committee on Appropriations; Isaac N. Skelton IV, chairman, House Committee on Armed Services; and Howard L. Berman, chairman, House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg859.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg859.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg859 pap_text2008bk1-420 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg859 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg859.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg859.pdf 859 860 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 859 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg859 421 2008-06-21 The address was recorded at 7:40 a.m. on June 20 in the Cabinet Room at the White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on June 21. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 20, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg860.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg860.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg860 pap_text2008bk1-421 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg860 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg860.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg860.pdf 860 861 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 860 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Memorandum on the 2008 Combined Federal Campaign PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg860 422 2008-06-19 This memorandum was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 23. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg861.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg861.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg861 pap_text2008bk1-422 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg861 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg861.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg861.pdf 861 862 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 861 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring the 2007 Women's National Basketball Association Champion Phoenix Mercury PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg861 423 2008-06-23 The President spoke at 11:02 a.m. in the East Garden at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg862.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg862.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg862 pap_text2008bk1-423 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg862 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg862.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg862.pdf 862 864 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 862 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Gloria Macapagal- Arroyo of the Philippines PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg862 424 2008-06-24 The President spoke at 10:25 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg864.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg864.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg864 pap_text2008bk1-424 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg864 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg864.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg864.pdf 864 865 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 864 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung Tan of Vietnam PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg864 425 2008-06-24 The President spoke at 1:53 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Prime Minister Dung spoke in Vietnamese, and his remarks were translated by an interpreter. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg865.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg865.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg865 pap_text2008bk1-425 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg865 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg865.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg865.pdf 865 867 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 865 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Honoring 2007 and 2008 NCAA Championship Teams PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg865 426 2008-06-24 The President spoke at 4:08 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Agriculture Edward T. Schafer; Sens. Gordon H. Smith, Saxby Chambliss, Johnny Isakson, and Amy Klobuchar; and Rep. Charles W. Dent. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867 pap_text2008bk1-426 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867.pdf 867 867 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 867 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867 427 2008-06-24 The notice is listed in Appendix D at the end of this volume.

Title 50 Section 1622(d) 50 U.S.C. 1622(d) Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867-2 pap_text2008bk1-427 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867-2.pdf 867 868 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 867 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks Following a Meeting With President Jalal Talabani of Iraq PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg867-2 428 2008-06-25 The President spoke at 10:43 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg868.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg868.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg868 pap_text2008bk1-428 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg868 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg868.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg868.pdf 868 869 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 868 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks in a Meeting With United Nations Security Council Permanent Representatives PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg868 429 2008-06-25 The President spoke at 2:31 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations; and President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg869.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg869.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg869 pap_text2008bk1-429 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg869 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg869.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg869.pdf 869 874 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 869 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Max M. Fisher National Republican Leadership Award Dinner in Livonia, Michigan PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg869 430 2008-06-25 The President spoke at 5 p.m. at Laurel Manor. In his remarks, he referred to Saulius Anuzis, chairman, Michigan Republican Party; Michigan State Attorney General Michael Cox; Michael J. Bouchard, sheriff, Oakland County, MI; Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama; Chief Justice Clifford W. Taylor, Michigan State Supreme Court; and Usama bin Laden, leader of the Al Qaida terrorist organization. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874 pap_text2008bk1-430 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874.pdf 874 874 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 874 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on Senate Confirmation of Judges for the United States Courts of Appeals and District Courts PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874 431 2008-06-25 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874-2 pap_text2008bk1-431 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874-2.pdf 874 877 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 874 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Joint Statement by the United States of America and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg874-2 432 2008-06-25 An original was not available for verification of the content of this joint statement. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg877.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg877.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg877 pap_text2008bk1-432 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg877 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg877.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg877.pdf 877 880 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 877 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on the Situation in North Korea and an Exchange With Reporters PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg877 433 2008-06-26 The President spoke at 7:40 a.m. in the Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Chairman Kim Jong Il of North Korea; and Sakie Yokota, mother of Megumi Yokota, who was abducted by North Korean authorities. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg880.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg880.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg880 pap_text2008bk1-433 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg880 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg880.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg880.pdf 880 881 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 880 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Message to the Congress on Continuing Certain Restrictions With Respect to North Korea and North Korean Nationals and the Termination of the Exercise of Authorities Under the Trading With the Enemy Act PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg880 434 2008-06-26

Title 50 Section 1701et seq. Title 50 Appendix 1 Title 50 Appendix 5 50 U.S.C. 1701et seq. 50 U.S.C. App. 1 50 U.S.C. App. 5 Volume 91 Page 1625 91 Stat. 1625 Public Law 95-223 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg881.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg881.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg881 pap_text2008bk1-434 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg881 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg881.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg881.pdf 881 883 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 881 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the National Hispanic Prayer Breakfast PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg881 435 2008-06-26 The President spoke at 8:37 a.m. at the JW Marriott Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Rev. Luis Cortes, Jr., president, Esperanza; and President Martin Torrijos Espino of Panama. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg883.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg883.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg883 pap_text2008bk1-435 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg883 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg883.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg883.pdf 883 888 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 883 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives' National Conference PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg883 436 2008-06-26 The President spoke at 12:59 p.m. at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. In his remarks, he referred to Edith Espinoza, administrative assistant, Chicano Federation of San Diego County, Inc., who introduced the President; Jay F. Hein, Director, Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives; and Rwanda's Ambassador to the U.S. James Kimonyo. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg888.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg888.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg888 pap_text2008bk1-436 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg888 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg888.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg888.pdf 888 889 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 888 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Congressional Action on the Legislative Agenda PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg888 437 2008-06-26 The President spoke at 1:45 p.m. in the Diplomatic Reception Room at the White House. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889 pap_text2008bk1-437 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889.pdf 889 889 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 889 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the United States Supreme Court Ruling on Individual Gun Rights PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889 438 2008-06-26 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889-2 pap_text2008bk1-438 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889-2.pdf 889 891 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 889 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); The President's Radio Address PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg889-2 439 2008-06-28 The address was recorded at 7:50 a.m. on June 27 at Camp David, MD, for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on June 28. The transcript was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on June 27, but was embargoed for release until the broadcast. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891 pap_text2008bk1-439 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891.pdf 891 891 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 891 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Statement on the Situation in Zimbabwe PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891 440 2008-06-28 The statement referred to President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891-2 pap_text2008bk1-440 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891-2.pdf 891 892 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 891 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks on Signing the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg891-2 441 2008-06-30 The President spoke at 9:48 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to Secretary of Veterans Affairs James B. Peake; and James A. Nussle, Director, Office of Management and Budget. H.R. 2642, approved June 30, was assigned Public Law No. 110- 252. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. H.R. 2642 110 Public Law 110-252 Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg892.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg892.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg892 pap_text2008bk1-441 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg892 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg892.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg892.pdf 892 894 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 892 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Remarks at Opening Day of 2008 White House Tee-Ball PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg892 442 2008-06-30 The President spoke at 3:23 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White House. In his remarks, he referred to entertainers Menudo, who sang the national anthem; sports broadcaster Roberto Clemente, Jr.; and Jose Rijo, special assistant to the general manager, Washington Nationals. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish language transcript of these remarks. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894 pap_text2008bk1-442 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894.pdf 894 894 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 894 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders on Extending and Terminating Generalized System of Preferences Benefits PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894 443 2008-06-30 Identical letters were sent to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Richard B. Cheney, President of the Senate. Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894-2.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894-2.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894-2 pap_text2008bk1-443 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894-2 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894-2.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894-2.pdf 894 895 2008, Public Papers Page PRESDOCU 894 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Letter to Congressional Leaders Reporting on the Issuance of Temporary Munitions Export Licenses for Exports to China PRESDOCU PPP-2008-book1-doc-pg894-2 444 2008-06-30 Public Law 101-246 Appendix A Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg897.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg897.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg897 pap_appa2008bk1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg897 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg897.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg897.pdf 897 930 2008, Public Papers Page APPENDIX A897 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Digest of Other White House Announcements APPENDIX PPP-2008-book1-app-pg897 445 Appendix A A Appendix B Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg931.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg931.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg931 pap_appb2008bk1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg931 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg931.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg931.pdf 931 945 2008, Public Papers Page APPENDIX B931 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Nominations Submitted to the Senate APPENDIX PPP-2008-book1-app-pg931 446 Appendix B B Appendix C Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg947.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg947.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg947 pap_appc2008bk1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg947 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg947.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg947.pdf 947 960 2008, Public Papers Page APPENDIX C947 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Checklist of White House Press Releases APPENDIX PPP-2008-book1-app-pg947 447 Appendix C C Appendix D Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg961.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-app-pg961.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg961 pap_appd2008bk1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg961 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg961.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-app-pg961.pdf 961 965 2008, Public Papers Page APPENDIX D961 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Presidential Documents Published in the Federal Register APPENDIX PPP-2008-book1-app-pg961 448 Appendix D D Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-index-pgA-1.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-index-pgA-1.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgA-1 pap_subj2008bk1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgA-1 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgA-1.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgA-1.pdf A-1 A-23 2008, Public Papers Page INDEX AA-1 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Subject Index INDEX PPP-2008-book1-index-pgA-1 449 A A Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-index-pgB-1.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-index-pgB-1.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgB-1 pap_name2008bk1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgB-1 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgB-1.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgB-1.pdf B-1 B-17 2008, Public Papers Page INDEX BB-1 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Name Index INDEX PPP-2008-book1-index-pgB-1 450 B B Presidential Documents D09002ee1b327acac-PPP-2008-book1-index-pgC-1.htm D09002ee1b327acad-PPP-2008-book1-index-pgC-1.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgC-1 pap_doc2008bk1 https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/PPP-2008-book1/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgC-1 https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/html/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgC-1.htm https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PPP-2008-book1/pdf/PPP-2008-book1-index-pgC-1.pdf C-1 C-9 2008, Public Papers Page INDEX CC-1 PPP 2008, Book1, Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I); Document Categories List INDEX PPP-2008-book1-index-pgC-1 451 C C