Posted on 08/01/2009 3:36:02 PM PDT by Kaslin
It is now going on eight month since President Bush has left office. I thank God for the time he was our President and kept us save after the horrible day on September 11, 2001 For this month thread I will post the August photos from 2001 - 2004. The quote of the day will be President Bush’s announcement on the Patients’ Bill Of Rights, which I find very appropriate being what will face us if the democrat’s health care bill passes and becomes law
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THE PRESIDENT: Today, I'm very pleased to announce that Congressman Norwood and I have reached an agreement on how to get a patients' bill of rights out of the House of Representatives.
Charlie started on this issue six years ago. He's worked diligently to protect Americans, patients, from wrongdoings.I appreciate so very much his spirit, because I share the same concerns. And now, after long hard labors, we've reached an agreement on how to amend his bill, that will meet the principles that I outlined.
When I first came to Washington – right after I came to Washington, I gave a speech that talked about the principles necessary for a patients' bill of rights. In that speech, I wanted a bill -- a bill that was good for patients, a bill that allowed for people to be able to air their grievances, a bill that did not encourage frivolous lawsuits.
Charlie also shares the deep concern --I'll let him express his own concerns -- but there's no question that he, himself, wanted to get a bill. He was practicing the art of what is possible.It's a spirit we need more of in Washington people who come to this city with the intent of doing what's right; the intent of having accomplishment; the intent of not playing -- you know, bickering over politics and getting intransigence because you don't get everything you want.
And so after a lot of labor and a lot of hard work and a lot of discussion, we shook hands in the Oval Office, about 10 minutes ago. And Charlie is going to head up to the Hill. I've spoken to the Speaker. We're going to work on the language of the agreed upon amendment. And it'll give the members something positive to vote for.
I want to thank Charlie Norwood for his hard work, for his -- the southern gentlemen that he is, for his willingness to work with the White House. It's a good signal for a lot of folks in Capitol Hill.
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Photos Of The Month
President Bush talks to the nation about stem cell research from Crawford, Texas, Thursday, August 9, 2001. White House Photo by Eric Draper.President Bush talks to the nation about stem cell research from Crawford, Texas, Thursday, August 9, 2001. White House Photo by Eric Draper.
Vice President Dick Cheney shakes hands with veterans after addressing the Veterans of Foreign Wars 103rd National Convention in Nashville, Tenn. Monday, Aug. 26.
President George W. Bush and Mrs. Bush visit with Nancy Reagan outside the former First Lady's residence in Bel Air, Calif., Thursday, Aug. 12, 2004. White House photo by Eric DraperPresident George W. Bush and Mrs. Bush visit with Nancy Reagan outside the former First Lady's residence in Bel Air, Calif., Thursday, Aug. 12, 2004. White House photo by Eric Draper
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President Bush and Representative Charles Norwood seal their negotiations over the Patient's Bill of Rights in the Oval Office late afternoon Wednesday August 1, 2001. Shortly thereafter, the President and Rep. Norwood gave a press briefing announcing their agreement. White House photo by Eric Draper.
President Bush meets with Secretary of Education Rod Paige, left, and Senator Edward Kennedy August 2, 2001, to discuss the education reforms for the country. White House photo by Eric Draper.
Oh, cool! Thanks for the thread.
President Bush meets with his cabinet members at the White House August 3, 2001. After their session, the cabinet stood by him in the Rose Garden as he addressed the media and outlined the successes of the administration's first six months. White House photo by Eric Draper.President Bush meets with his cabinet members at the White House August 3, 2001. After their session, the cabinet stood by him in the Rose Garden as he addressed the media and outlined the successes of the administration's first six months. White House photo by Eric Draper.
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President Bush and Secretary for Housing and Urban Development Martinez, far right, talk with new friends during a break from their house-building efforts at the Waco, Texas, location of Habitat for Humanity's "World Leaders Build" construction drive August 8, 2001. White House photo by Eric Draper.
President Bush speaks to the media and local farmers during a signing for a farm relief bill at his ranch in Crawford, Aug. 13, 2001. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
Working for his share of the picnic bounty, President Bush helps build a trail at Rocky Mountain National Park in Estes, Colo., Aug. 14. After sharing lunch with YMCA volunteers, the President addressed the media. "And I want to thank all the Park Service employees who are here. You've got a tough job and an important job," said the President. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
President Bush visits with a second-grade class at Griegos Elementary School in Albuquerque, N. M, Aug. 15. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
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Showing off a little motor muscle, employees at Harley Davidson took turns showing President Bush around their Milwaukee factory during a visit Aug. 20. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
After talking with several families about how far $600 can go during family shopping trips, President Bush poses for pictures with one of the families just outside the Target Snack Bar at a retail location in Kansas City, Mo., Aug. 21, 2001. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
During an impromptu visit to Crawford Elementary School Aug. 23, President Bush fielded a variety of question from inquisitive students who wanted to know what is it like being President, where the White House is located, how old the President is and what he scored in a recent round of golf. "Too high to count," replied President Bush laughing. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
With Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld by his side, President Bush announces that General Richard B. Myers, center, will be the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs and General Pete Pac, far left, will serve as Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs during a press briefing at the Crawford Community Center, Aug. 24. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
It may not be a show down at high noon, but a few good-natured shots are fired as President Bush gives the press pool a tour of his ranch at Crawford, Texas, Aug. 25. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
President Bush kicks off the Little League World Series with a thank you to all the parents, coaches and volunteers who donate their time to childrens' sports during his induction ceremony into Little League's Hall of Excellence Aug. 26 in Williamsport, Pa. "You prioritize your family and that's crucial for a healthy world, to make sure our families remain strong," said the President. "I equate Little League baseball with good families.". White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
President Bush speaks at the American Legion's 83rd annual convention in San Antonio, Aug. 29. White House photo by Moreen Ishikawa.
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