Posted on 07/14/2008 6:38:07 PM PDT by snugs
On Saturday the Vice President had his annual checkup. He also taped a tribute to Tony Snow which was aired on FNS the following day.
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On Saturday the President and First Lady returned to White House where the President spoke about Tony Snow.
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Today the President made a statement on the 10th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act and discusses Outer Continental Shelf Exploration.
Pray for President Bush -- Day 2861
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice met with Jordan's Foreign Minister Salah Al-Bashir and Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian.
The First lady made remarks at a ceremony for the 2008 National Design Awards
Karl Rove, who is now a contributor for Fox News takes part in a panel discussion at the Fox TV network summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California
QUOTE OF THE DAY
President Bush Discusses Outer Continental Shelf Exploration Rose Garden
THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. Across the country, Americans are concerned about the high price of gasoline. Every one of our citizens who drives to work, or takes a family vacation, or runs a small business is feeling the squeeze of rising prices at the pump.
To reduce pressure on prices we must continue to implement good conservation policies, and we need to increase the supply of oil, especially here at home. For years, my administration has been calling on Congress to expand domestic oil production. Unfortunately, Democrats on Capitol Hill have rejected virtually every proposal -- and now Americans are paying at the pump. When members of Congress were home over the Fourth of July recess, they heard a clear message from their constituents: We need to take action now to expand domestic oil production.
One of the most important steps we can take to expand American oil production is to increase access to offshore exploration on the Outer Continental Shelf, or what's called the OCS. But Congress has restricted access to key parts of the OCS since the early 1980s. Experts believe that these restricted areas of the OCS could eventually produce nearly 10 years' worth of America's current annual oil production. And advances in technology have made it possible to conduct oil exploration in the OCS that is out of sight, protects coral reefs and habitats, and protects against oil spills.
Last month, I asked Congress to lift this legislative ban and allow the exploration and development of offshore oil resources. I committed to lift an executive prohibition on this exploration if Congress did so, tailoring my executive action to match what Congress passed. It's been almost a month since I urged Congress to act -- and they've done nothing. They've not moved any legislation. And as the Democratically-controlled Congress has sat idle, gas prices have continued to increase.
Failure to act is unacceptable. It's unacceptable to me and it's unacceptable to the American people. So today, I've issued a memorandum to lift the executive prohibition on oil exploration in the OCS. With this action, the executive branch's restrictions on this exploration have been cleared away. This means that the only thing standing between the American people and these vast oil resources is action from the U.S. Congress.
Now the ball is squarely in Congress' court. Democratic leaders can show that they have finally heard the frustrations of the American people by matching the action I've taken today, repealing the congressional ban, and passing legislation to facilitate responsible offshore exploration. This legislation must allow states to have a say in what happens off their shores, provides a way for the federal government and states to share new leasing revenues, and ensure the environment is protected.
This legislation should also take other essential steps to expand domestic production: Congress should clear the way for our nation to tap into the extraordinary potential of oil shale, which could provide Americans with domestic oil supplies that are equal to more than a century's worth of current oil imports. Congress should permit exploration in currently restricted areas of northern Alaska, which could produce roughly the equivalent of two decades of imported oil from Saudi Arabia. Congress should expand and enhance our domestic refining capacity, so that America will no longer have to import millions of barrels of fully-refined gasoline from abroad.
The time for action is now. This is a difficult period for millions of American families. Every extra dollar they have to spend because of high gas prices is one dollar less they can use to put food on the table or send a child to school. And they are rightly angered by Congress' failure to enact common-sense solutions. Today, I've taken every step within my power to allow offshore exploration of the OCS. All that remains is for the Democratic leaders in Congress to allow a vote. The American people are watching the numbers climb higher and higher at the pump -- and they're waiting to see what the Congress will do.
Thank you.
PHOTO OF THE DAY
President Bush pauses during a statement on the 10th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act, Monday, July 14, 2008, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington
MS. PERINO: Hello, everybody. First I'd like to spend a moment just sharing a word about our friend and former White House Press Secretary, Tony Snow. We appreciate all of the emails and outreach that you did to me and for Jill and the children this week -- this weekend, after we got the terrible news about his death on Saturday morning.
President Bush always says that you never know what sort of hand you're going to be dealt with, and sometimes you're dealt a hand that you didn't expect and that you don't want to play, but that you have to play it. And I think all of us can agree that Tony Snow played his cards to the best of his ability and in a way that we would all aspire to.
During his first White House press briefing on May 16, 2006, Tony said, "I feel every day is a blessing," and throughout the next 16 months people around the world witnessed him live up to the statement.
At this podium, Tony was a passionate advocate of the President's policies, a devoted public servant, and a true gentleman. He was also a lot of fun. He greeted each day with enthusiasm and each question with a smile -- but I think he usually won out in the arguments.
During his last briefing on September 12, 2007, Tony said, "This job has been the most fun I ever had." And most importantly, Tony always made clear that his family came first, and that's why today our thoughts and prayers are with Jill and his three lovely children, Kendall, Robbie and Kristi.
And as I announced this morning, the funeral service will be on Thursday, July 17th, at Catholic University, at the Basilica. The President and Mrs. Bush will attend.
Good evening!
Vice President Dick Cheney arrives at George Washington Hospital for his annual medical checkup in Washington, Saturday, July 12, 2008. The test results were fine and normal for some of his age and with his history.
Sunday
President Bush, and first lady Laura Bush, arrive at the White House, from Camp David, Md., Sunday, July 13, 2008, in Washington.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, walks on the South Lawn at the White House after arriving with President Bush, not pictured, Sunday, July 13, 2008, in Washington.
President Bush, with first lady Laura Bush, speaks about former White House press secretary Tony Snow, upon arrival at the White House, from Camp David, Md., Sunday, July 13, 2008, in Washington. Snow died Saturday, July 12, 2008, of colon cancer.
President George W. Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush meet with reporters Sunday, July 13, 2008 upon their arrival back to the White House, to express their sadness on the death of former White House Press Secretary Tony Snow. White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian
Hi, snugs!
Great to see the Prez ask for more drilling and his nice memorial for Tony Snow.
Hi snugs. :) How are you? It’s been awhile since I’ve been here. I just can’t stand the thought that President Bush won’t be in office much longer.
President George W. Bush addresses his remarks honoring the 10th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act, speaking Monday, July 14, 2007 in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian
President Bush walks out of the Oval Office heading to the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, Monday, July 14, 2008, to make a statement on outer continental shelf exploration.
President George W. Bush, speaking to reporters Monday, July 14, 2007 in the Rose Garden at the White House, annnounces he has issued a memorandum to lift the executive prohibition on oil exploration in the Outer Continental Shelf. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush walks towards the Oval Office after talking about offshore oil drilling in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington July 14, 2008
President Bush walks away after making a statement on drilling for oil on the outer continental shelf, Monday, July 14, 2008, in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington
President George W. Bush walks towards the Oval Office after talking about offshore oil drilling in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington July 14, 2008.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice meets with Jordan's Foreign Minister Salah Al-Bashir, Monday, July 14, 2008, at the State Department in Washington.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, right, and Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian, exchange documents after signing the "Joint Action Plan Between the Government of the United States and the Government of the Republic of Armenia on Combating Smuggling of Nuclear and Radioactive Materials", Monday, July 14, 2008, during a ceremony at the State Department in Washington.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, right, and Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian, hold documents after signing the "Joint Action Plan Between the U.S. and Armenia on Combating Smuggling of Nuclear and Radioactive Materials", Monday, Juy 14, 2008, during a ceremony at the State Department in Washington.
I know it seems so sad that this time is drawing to an end somehow the passing of Tony Snow has bought it home to me even more.
First lady Laura Bush makes remarks at a ceremony for the 2008 National Design Awards, Monday, July 14, 2008, in the East Room at the White House in Washington.
Karl Rove, contributor for Fox News takes part in a panel discussion at the Fox TV network summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California July 14,2008
Karl Rove (R) contributor for Fox News and Chris Wallace, host of Fox News Sunday take part in a panel discussion at the Fox TV network summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California July 14, 2008.
Chris Wallace (L) host of Fox News Sunday take part in a panel discussion with Karl Rove (C) and Howard Wolfson, contributors for Fox News a at the Fox TV network summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California July 14,2008
Karl Rove (L) and Howard Wolfson, contributors for Fox News, take part in a panel discussion at the Fox TV network summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California July 14, 2008
Karl Rove (L) contributor for Fox News playfully offers a Euro note to fellow Fox contributor Howard Wolfson for his comments about Rove during a panel discussion at the Fox TV network summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California July 14,2008.
Host of Fox News Sunday Chris Wallace take part in a panel discussion with contributors for Fox News Karl Rove and Howard Wolfson and Executive Vice President, Editorial News, Fox News John Moody at the Fox TV network summer press tour in Beverly Hills, California July 14,2008.
Thanks snugs, for all the wonderful pictures. There’s a lot of them and I love them all!
When I see him looking down at the ground when walking, I always think he looks sad. What a burden he has carried when he hears the ugly stuff people say about him. He’s the greatest!
Thanks again~~~~
Good evening toaster winner congratulations
Hi Patty :o)
Excellent quote of the day
The Vice President looked fit as a fiddle this weekend, didn’t he? It was wonderful to see him out and about.
President Bush carries himself so well under stress. He must be terribly sad with the lose of his friend, Tony Snow.
Thank you for the Dose.
The photo of the day is very nice.
Hi, snugs. Great pictures. Thanks.
I like the darkness of this suit, added to the pale blue? shirt and icy blue tie. Nicely done. He looks GREAT - very GQ, today.
Mr.....Pistachio! I like it! That color is one of my favs in summer, too. It’s the summer version of Christmas green ;-)
Is the tie Karl Rove is wearing in Post #17 the Pistachio Green tie you were talking about? It do be GREEN, don’t it?
Again, the President is wearing one of those ties that looks like a solid color from a distance, but close up, it’s a cool combination of two shades of one color.
Thank you for making us all so happy, snugs - great job tonight - sooo many pics!
We are sure going to miss him
Great pics as usual! Thanks!
Oh yeah. He wears that quite often. I like it. I actually got my nails painted with that color...OPI Poolside Lime. I know it sounds wierd, but it’s really nice if you normally wear pistachio colors in the summer.
Bottom line, he's a President we can look up to and be proud of (even though I disagree with him on a couple things--I don't know the all the facts as he does, and he can't tell us many things I'm sure he wishes he could, so I don't fault him so much for those few things).
Love the POTD, snugs! Thanks for your work. :)
I can’t imagine. We all knew Tony in a small way. I’m sure it was VERY difficult for our dear President...after all, he’s one of the few we’ve had, that really has a heart.
... at the Basilica. The President and Mrs. Bush will attend.
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That is fantastic! It is a magnificient church and very suitable for a large number of participants.
Oh Yes the President is very caring as is the First Lady. Not to mention the President’s father and mother, they were very emotional this weekend about the passing of their friend Tony Snow. Very sad.
It’s very easy for people that have a heart and genuinely care about others to be affected.
OMG!!! THE SMIRK!!! Tell the truth....I just love it! Great
photo of the day!
Thanks for all your hard work, Snugs, in helping us find
Sanity Island!
Thanks to God that VP Cheney had a good medical report.
He looks very fit, indeed, as we have so noted before!
I loved Mrs. Bush’s comments about Tony’s loyalty. You know that because of the recent disloyalty they have encountered, Tony’s loyalty to them shines even brighter.
Wow! Tons of pictures tonight...and good ones, too. *thud*
I adored Mrs. Bush’s loyalty comment. Loyalty does seem to be in short supply in DC. President Bush 41 must be furious with the press on President Bush 43.
You know when current President Bush won the election that was almost too much for the liberals to take (history would record two Bush President of the United States with eight years separation). I do believe that is what actually sent the haters into convulsions, and sent the teams of haters to do anything to destroy President Bush 43. So history will look back and treat President 41 and 43 with great esteem.
snugs: THANK YOU for posting the DOSE tonight — awesome photos of an AWESOME President (and his awesome cabinet/staff)!
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THANK YOU PRESIDENT BUSH FOR LEADING THE FIGHT AGAINST THOSE OPPOSING OUR ENERGY INDEPENDENCE — once again, you’re playing chess while Pelosi and Reid are playing checkers (actually, more like candy lane or shoots and ladders)!
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Get out the kleenexes:
GOOD-BYE TO TONY SNOW AND DENISE GALLAGHER
by Mike Gallagher
Tony Snow’s death packed a particularly hard punch to my gut this week. Because during the past year, Tony had been warmly and graciously corresponding with my precious wife Denise, who had also been battling cancer. When Tony found out about her diagnosis, he asked for her email address so they could exchange words of inspiration and advice.
You can read the rest of the commentary here:
http://www.townhall.com/Columnists/MikeGallagher/2008/07/14/good-bye_to_tony_snow_and_denise_gallagher
Real people don’t leave the party early, they just step out to keep an earlier appointment.
My pleasure
I think that VP has looked very good lately the weight loss we discussed last week suits him and no doubt helpful for his annual checkup.
It sort of jumped out at me
My pleasure
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