A day in the life of President Bush (1/30/05): historic photos

Yahoo News Photos & WhiteHouse.gov ^ | 1/30/05

[Wolfstar]

PRESIDENTIAL NEWS OF THE DAY: It's snowing in Washington today. The President and First Lady attended St. John's Church this morning before heading back to the White House to continue monitoring events in Iraq.

QUOTE OF THE DAY:

In great numbers, and under great risk, Iraqis have shown their commitment to democracy. By participating in free elections, the Iraqi people have firmly rejected the anti-democratic ideology of the terrorists. They have refused to be intimidated by thugs and assassins. And they have demonstrated the kind of courage that is always the foundation of self-government.

Some Iraqis were killed while exercising their rights as citizens. We also mourn the American and British military personnel who lost their lives today. Their sacrifices were made in a vital cause of freedom, peace in a troubled region, and a more secure future for us all.

On behalf of the American people, I congratulate the people of Iraq on this great and historic achievement.

President George W. Bush, speaking to the American people from the White House today.

Here is a link to the complete transcript of the President's Statement on the Iraqi Election.

[txrangerette]

lysie, txrangerette, STARWISE - 1-2-3.

[marajade]

I love it when he has to fight back tears of joy as he did today in his speech.

[ohioWfan]

I think it was everything he could do to keep from bursting out into a BIG Texas sized grin!

[Wolfstar]

I have a small, minor request. If you have a moment, could you correct the green text in Post #1 on this thread. It was intended to be red, but must have forgetton to close a quote or something. The light green is hideous. Thanks so much for all you do for us.

[Jackknife]

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT ON THE IRAQI ELECTION

THE PRESIDENT: Today the people of Iraq have spoken to the world, and the world is hearing the voice of freedom from the center of the Middle East.

In great numbers, and under great risk, Iraqis have shown their commitment to democracy. By participating in free elections, the Iraqi people have firmly rejected the anti-democratic ideology of the terrorists. They have refused to be intimidated by thugs and assassins. And they have demonstrated the kind of courage that is always the foundation of self-government.

Some Iraqis were killed while exercising their rights as citizens. We also mourn the American and British military personnel who lost their lives today. Their sacrifices were made in a vital cause of freedom, peace in a troubled region, and a more secure future for us all.

The Iraqi people, themselves, made this election a resounding success. Brave patriots stepped forward as candidates. Many citizens volunteered as poll workers. More than 100,000 Iraqi security force personnel guarded polling places and conducted operations against terrorist groups. One news account told of a voter who had lost a leg in a terror attack last year, and went to the polls today, despite threats of violence. He said, "I would have crawled here if I had to. I don't want terrorists to kill other Iraqis like they tried to kill me. Today I am voting for peace."

Across Iraq today, men and women have taken rightful control of their country's destiny, and they have chosen a future of freedom and peace. In this process, Iraqis have had many friends at their side. The European Union and the United Nations gave important assistance in the election process. The American military and our diplomats, working with our coalition partners, have been skilled and relentless, and their sacrifices have helped to bring Iraqis to this day. The people of the United States have been patient and resolute, even in difficult days.

The commitment to a free Iraq now goes forward. This historic election begins the process of drafting and ratifying a new constitution, which will be the basis of a fully democratic Iraqi government. Terrorists and insurgents will continue to wage their war against democracy, and we will support the Iraqi people in their fight against them. We will continue training Iraqi security forces so this rising democracy can eventually take responsibility for its own security.

There's more distance to travel on the road to democracy. Yet Iraqis are proving they're equal to the challenge. On behalf of the American people, I congratulate the people of Iraq on this great and historic achievement.

Thank you very much.

[CAluvdubya]

This is a glorious day, indeed! Thanks for doing this early. As I watched President Bush's speech, I was imagining what the Dose would be. I am never disappointed! All this and Barney too! Yiiippppeeee!

[underlying]

Making history bump!

[Wolfstar]

I think it was everything he could do to keep from bursting out into a BIG Texas sized grin!

That's exactly how I saw it, OWF. You can see it in this photo.

BTW, ALL CLEAR. There are plenty of photos out there on Yahoo, but many are redundant.

[lysie]

All the great pictures on various threads seem to have an effect on moisture around the eye area. :-)

[Peach]

Lovely picture of the Iraqi woman holding a piece of paper that says "Thank you. Thank you USA".

A victory for the Iraqi people, the president and our troops.

[Wolfstar]

He sure does look happy. Oh, boy, to be a fly on the wall when he has that "working dinner" with Chirac in February. Hehehehehehehehe...

[MEG33]

WOO HOO!

[Wolfstar]

Hi STARWISE. It's a glorious day, indeed. I'm delighted to be spending part of it with friends here on the Dose.

[coconutt2000]

I bet this is the first President this Reverend has been proud to have come to his services. (Assuming the reverend wasn't there for Reagan... what church id Reagan to?)

[Wolfstar]

Good day, txrangerette. Purple is the color of the day! Yippeeeee!

[Wolfstar]

Our Dubya is the best, OWF. What a President for the ages.

[MEG33]

I have been celebrating all day on every available thread. ;)

[TheWyzzyrd]

Hmmm. According to the title of the .jpg, this picture was taken after Saddam was captured...?

HappyIraqisSaddamCaptured.JPG

Anyone know?

[Peach]

Oh, that could be right. I just saw the photo itself, not the jpg.

[maine-iac7]

Terrorists and insurgents will continue to wage their war against democracy

insert "Terrorists and insurgents and democrats will continue...."