December 2, 2006 | Last Updated 12:46 p.m. (EST)
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President's Radio Address In his weekly radio address President Bush said, "I returned home this week from a visit to the Middle East. On my trip, I met with Prime Minister Maliki of Iraq to discuss how we can improve the situation on the ground in his country and help the Iraqis build a lasting democracy. ... Success in Iraq will require leaders in Washington -- Republicans and Democrats alike -- to come together and find greater consensus on the best path forward. So I will work with leaders in both parties to achieve this goal. Together we can help Iraqis build a free and democratic nation in the heart of the Middle East, strengthen moderates and reformers across the region who are working for peace, and leave our children and grandchildren a more secure and hopeful world."
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In Focus: Renewal in Iraq
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President Discusses World AIDS Day
President Bush on Friday said, "Today there are over 800,000 people receiving lifesaving drugs, and we thank those who are on the ground in the countries around the world who are using taxpayers' money to save lives. We believe that it's one thing to spend money, we also believe it's another thing to say that we expect there to be results. And the American people need to know we're getting good results with your money, and we'll continue to spend it wisely."
Fact Sheet: World AIDS Day
In Focus: HIV/AIDS
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President Bush Discusses NATO Alliance During Visit to Latvia
President Bush on Tuesday said, "Each of the Baltic countries is meeting its obligations to strengthen NATO by bringing new energy and vitality and clarity of purpose to the Alliance. Your love of liberty has made NATO stronger -- and with your help, our Alliance is rising to meet the great challenges and responsibilities of this young century, by making NATO the world's most effective united force for freedom. ... We thank the people of Latvia for your contributions to NATO, and for the powerful example you set for liberty. ... America is proud to call you friends and allies in the cause of peace and freedom."
Fact Sheet: NATO Summit 2006
In Focus: Global Diplomacy
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President George W. Bush welcomes Cyriaque Yapo Ako, executive director of the Reseau Ivoirien des Organisations de PVVIH in Cote dIvoire, Africa, to the White House World AIDS Day meeting hosted by President Bush and Laura Bush, Friday, Dec. 1, 2006. Participants included supporters of the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), which is the largest international health initiative in history dedicated to a single disease. Angelina Magaga of the Light and Courage Center Trust of Botswana, Africa, is seen center. White House photo by Eric Draper
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World AIDS Day 2006
Today is World AIDS Day 2006. Click here to learn more about the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief and the United States' commitment to turning the tide against this deadly disease.
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President Visits Jordan
On November 29th and 30th, President Bush traveled to Amman, Jordan to meet with Iraqi Prime Minister Maliki to reiterate their common commitment to building the foundations of a peaceful, democratic, secure, and unified Iraq, and to strengthen the partnership between our two nations. |
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Holidays at the White House
The White House is celebrating 'Deck the Halls and Welcome All' throughout the holiday season.
Click here to view photos and learn more about holiday decorations and events. |
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Strong U.S. Economy
Economic growth continues with 92,000 new jobs created in October. There have been over 6.8 million new jobs created since August of 2003, and the unemployment rate decreased to 4.4 percent, the lowest rate since May 2001. Learn more about the President's pro-growth policies.
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Global War on Terror
President Bush's top priority is the safety and security of the American people. Though America and its allies are safer since 9/11, we are not yet safe. We have important challenges ahead as we wage a long-term battle not just against terrorists, but against the ideology that supports their agenda.
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