Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents back issues from November 2006:
The President's radio address.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Broadcast transcript)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 28, 2006 Good morning. Election day is around the corner, and one of the biggest issues at stake in this campaign is your taxes. Here is my philosophy: I believe that our economy grows and the American Dream reaches more citizens when you keep more of what you earn. With ...
Remarks at an Indiana Victory 2006 Rally in Sellersburg, Indiana.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 28, 2006 The President. Thank you all. Thank you for your warm welcome. I appreciate being here. You know, recently the First Lady was here. She told me there's no finer day to spend a Saturday than in southern Indiana. She also told me there's no finer Congressman for ...
Remarks at Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 28, 2006 Thank you all very much. You know, I was in the neighborhood and thought I'd stop by to say hello here at Team Charleston. I am proud to be here with the men and women of the 437th and the 315th Air Wings. Yes--I'm proud to be with members of the United States ...
Joint statement by President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki of Iraq.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 28, 2006 We were pleased to continue our consultations today. Via secure video, we discussed a range of issues of great importance to our common mission in Iraq, including the development of Iraqi security forces, efforts to promote reconciliation among all Iraqis, and ...
Notice--continuation of national emergency regarding the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 27, 2006 On November 14, 1994, by Executive Order 12938, the President declared a national emergency with respect to the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States posed by the proliferation of nuclear, ...
Letter to congressional leaders on continuation of the national emergency regarding the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 27, 2006 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President ...
Remarks at a Georgia victory 2006 rally in Statesboro, Georgia.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 30, 2006 The President. Thank you all very much. Thank you for the warm welcome. It is great to be back in the State of Georgia. It is even better to be here with the next Congressman from this district, Max Burns. Max knows what it takes to be a United ...
Remarks at a Texas victory 2006 rally in Sugar Land, Texas.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 30, 2006 The President. Thank you all very much. Thank you. I always feel better when I'm in Texas. Thanks for coming out. I'm honored you are here. I appreciate you taking time out of your day. I thank you for joining me and saying loud and clear to the ...
Proclamation 8074--National Adoption Month, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Executive order)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 30, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During National Adoption Month, we encourage the adoption of young people in need, and we honor the adoptive and foster families who have offered children a loving and ...
Proclamation 8075--National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 30, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, we renew our resolve in the fight against this devastating disease, and we take time to remember the loved ones taken from ...
Proclamation 8076--National American Indian Heritage Month, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 30, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During National American Indian Heritage Month, we honor the generations of American Indians and Alaska Natives who have added to the character of our Nation. This month is an ...
Proclamation 8077--National Diabetes Month, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 30, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation National Diabetes Month is an opportunity to raise awareness of risk factors, prevention, and treatment of this serious disease. Diabetes is a chronic illness ...
Proclamation 8078--National Family Caregivers Month, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Executive order)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 30, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Our country is blessed to have millions of compassionate citizens who bring love and support to family members and friends who are chronically ill, elderly, or disabled ....
Executive Order 13413--blocking property of certain persons contributing to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Executive order)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 27, 2006 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) (NEA), ...
Letter to congressional leaders reporting on blocking property of certain persons contributing to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 27, 2006 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) Consistent with subsection 204(b) of the International Emergency Economic' Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1703(b)(IEEPA), and section 301 of the National Emergencies Act, 50 U.S.C. 1631 (NEA), I hereby report that I ...
Proclamation 8079--National Hospice Month, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Executive order)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 30, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Americans demonstrate the great compassion of our country by caring for those in need. During National Hospice Month, we recognize hospice caregivers for their dedication to ...
Remarks following a meeting with Special Envoy for Sudan Andrew S. Natsios.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 31, 2006 I've just had a meeting with the Presidential Special Envoy to Sudan, Andrew Natsios. I asked Andrew to serve our country and really serve the cause of humanity by taking on this important assignment. He's working very closely with Secretary Rice. He brought--he ...
Remarks at a Georgia victory 2006 rally in Perry, Georgia.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)
Nov 06, 2006 ... October 31, 2006 The President. Thank you all very much. Thanks for coming. Thanks for the warm welcome. It's great to be back in the State of Georgia. Just seems like I was here yesterday. [Laughter] I must have Georgia on my mind. [Laughter] I got something else on ...
Proclamation 8080--Veterans Day, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Executive order)
Nov 06, 2006; ... October 31, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Through the generations, America's men and women in uniform have defeated tyrants, liberated continents, and set a standard of courage and idealism for the entire world. On ...
Notice--continuation of the national emergency with respect to Sudan.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 06, 2006; ... November 1, 2006 On November 3, 1997, by Executive Order 13067, the President declared a national emergency with respect to Sudan pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national ...
Letter to congressional leaders on continuation of the national emergency with respect to Sudan.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 06, 2006; ... November 1, 2006 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President ...
Remarks at a Montana victory 2006 rally in Billings, Montana.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... November 2, 2006 The President. Thank you for the warm welcome. It's good to be in a part of the world where the cowboy hats outnumber the ties. And I'm proud to be here in Big Sky country with a fine United States Senator in Conrad Burns. You might call him a ...
Remarks at a Nevada victory 2006 rally in Elko, Nevada.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... November 2, 2006 The President. Thanks for coming. I appreciate the warm welcome. It is nice to be in a part of the country where the cowboy hats outnumber the ties. I can't thank you enough for coming out to say hello. And I'm proud to be here with three people who I ...
Proclamation 8081--World Freedom Day, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Executive order)(Brief article)
Nov 06, 2006; ... November 2, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation On November 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall was torn down by the desire of a people to be free. On World Freedom Day, we commemorate this historic event and reflect on liberty's ...
Remarks at a Missouri victory 2006 rally in Springfield, Missouri.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... November 3, 2006 The President. Thank you all. Thanks for coming. Thank you for the warm welcome. It's good to be back here in southwest Missouri. This isn't my first time here. It's not going to be my last time here, either. The reason why is, I like the people from this part ...
Remarks at a Missouri victory 2006 rally in Joplin, Missouri.(Week Ending Friday, November 3, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 06, 2006 ... November 3, 2006 The President. Thanks for the warm welcome. It's good to be here in Joplin. Audience members. Welcome to Missouri, George W. Bush! Welcome to Missouri, George W. Bush! The President. As I was saying--[laughter]--it's good to be back here ...
Digest of other White House announcements.
Nov 06, 2006 ... The following list includes the President's public schedule and other items of general interest announced by the Office of the Press Secretary and not included elsewhere in this issue. October 28 In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime ...
Checklist of White House press releases.(Brief article)(List)
Nov 06, 2006 ... The following list contains releases of the Office of the Press Secretary that are neither printed as items nor covered by entries in the Digest of Other White House Announcements. Released October 30 Transcript of a press gaggle by Deputy Press Secretary Dana Perino ...
Remarks at an Iowa victory 2006 rally in Le Mars, Iowa.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 3, 2006 The President. Thanks you all very much. Thanks for coming. I've got something on my mind, but before I tell you, I want to bring Congressman Steve King up here. He asked for a little air time. [Laughter] Representative Steve King. And the President ...
Executive Order 13414--amendment to Executive Order 13402, strengthening federal efforts to protect against identity theft.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Executive order)(Brief article)
Nov 13, 2006; ... November 3, 2006 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in order to amend the date by which the Identity Theft Task Force shall submit to the President its coordinated strategic plan, it is hereby ordered ...
The President's radio address.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Broadcast transcript)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 4, 2006 Good morning. I'm speaking to you today from the Mile High Coffee Shop in Englewood, Colorado. Mile High Coffee was founded by Brian Verbeck, who is the city's entrepreneur of the year. I'm here to have a cup of his famous coffee and have breakfast with a group ...
Remarks at a Colorado Victory 2006 Rally in Greeley, Colorado.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 4, 2006 The President. Thank you. Thank you all very much. I appreciate you coming. Thanks. It's great to be back in Greeley. Thanks for your hospitality. This isn't the first time I've been to Greeley. I like coming to places like Greeley, Colorado, because the people ...
Remarks on departure from Waco, Texas.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 5, 2006 Former Iraqi President Hussein Trial Verdict Today Saddam Hussein was convicted and sentenced to death by the Iraqi High Tribunal for the massacres committed by his regime in the town of Dujayl. Saddam Hussein's trial is a milestone in the Iraqi ...
Remarks at a Nebraska Victory 2006 rally in Grand Island, Nebraska.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 5, 2006 The President. Thank you all very much. Thanks for coming. Thanks for inviting me. So Laura says, "What do you think we ought to do on our 29th wedding anniversary?" I said, "Why don't I go to Grand Island, Nebraska, because there are some people I want to thank ...
Remarks at a Kansas Victory 2006 rally in Topeka, Kansas.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 5, 2006 The President. Thank you all very much. It's an honor to be here. Thanks for coming out tonight. So Jim Ryun says, "Do you want a race?" I said, "No, but I want you reelected to the United States Congress." I appreciate you coming. I'm proud to be here with Jim ...
Remarks at a Florida victory 2006 rally in Pensacola, Florida.(Week Ending Friday, Novemver 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 6, 2006 The President. Thank you all very much. He just yelled, "'Happy birthday," to Laura--and happy anniversary. Imagine, in a short period of time, a birthday and anniversary and Republican victory on Tuesday. I appreciate you recognizing Laura. No doubt ...
Remarks at an Arkansas victory 2006 rally in Bentonville, Arkansas.(Week Ending Friday, Novermber 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 6, 2006 The President. Thank you all for coming. You know, Asa, I remember landing at this airport in 2000, on the next to last event of my quest for the Presidency. I was then here to ask for your vote for me. I'm coming back, asking for you to vote and work for Asa ...
Remarks at a Perry for Governor 2006 rally in Dallas, Texas.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 6, 2006 The President. Thank you all very much. Rick, thanks for the kind introduction. Let me put it to you this way: Everything I learned, I learned right here in Texas. All I've tried to do in Washington is what you expected me to do when I was your Governor--speak ...
Remarks on election day in Crawford, Texas.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 7, 2006 Laura and I know it's a privilege to be able to cast our vote, and I encourage all Americans to vote today. We live in a free society, and our Government is only as good as the willingness of our people to participate in it. And therefore, no matter ...
Memorandum on Determinations Under Section 1106(a) of the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988--Socialist Republic of Vietnam.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 6, 2006 Memorandum for the United States Trade Representative Subject: Determinations under Section l106(a) of the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988--Socialist Republic of Vietnam Consistent with section 1006(a) of the Omnibus Trade and ...
The President's news conference.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 8, 2006 The President. Thank you. Say, why all the glum faces? Yesterday the people went to the polls, and they cast their vote for a new direction in the House of Representatives. And while the ballots are still being counted in the Senate, it is clear the ...
Remarks on the resignation of Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld and the nomination of Robert M. Gates to be Secretary of Defense.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 8, 2006 The President. Good afternoon, and welcome to the White House. Earlier today I announced my intent to nominate Robert Gates to be the next Secretary of the Defense, and now I'm pleased to introduce him to the American people. I also am looking forward to paying ...
Statement on Israeli Airstrike in Gaza.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 8, 2006 The United States is deeply saddened by the injuries and loss of life in Gaza today. We send our condolences to the families of all those affected. We have seen the Israeli Government's apology and understand an ...
Proclamation 8082--National Farm--City Week, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)
Nov 13, 2006; ... November 8, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Throughout our history, America's farmers and ranchers have demonstrated the values of determination, faith, love of family, and patriotism. The contributions of America's ...
Remarks following a Cabinet meeting.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 9, 2006 The President. Earlier this week the American people went to the polls, and they cast their ballots for a new Congress. The American people made their decision. I respect the results, and so does my Cabinet. I want to congratulate the Democrat leaders on the ...
Remarks following a lunch with Representatives Nancy Pelosi and Steny H. Hoyer.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Brief article)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 9, 2006 The President. We just had a really important lunch. First, I want to congratulate Congresswoman Pelosi for becoming the Speaker of the House, and the first woman Speaker of the House. This is historic for our country. And as a father of young women, it is--I ...
Remarks following discussions with President-elect Felipe Calderon of Mexico.(Week Ending Friday, November 10, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 13, 2006 ... November 9, 2006 President Bush. It is my pleasure to have welcomed the President-elect of Mexico here to the Oval Office. I have had a fascinating and important conversation. This is a man who won a very good election. I'm proud of the Mexican people for conducting an election ...
Digest of other White House announcements.
Nov 13, 2006 ... The following list includes the President's public schedule and other items of general interest announced by the Office of the Press Secretary and not included elsewhere in this issue. November 4 In the morning, in Englewood, CO, the President had an intelligence ...
Nominations submitted to the Senate.(Brief article)
Nov 13, 2006 ... The following list does not include promotions of members of the Uniformed Services, nominations to the Service Academies, or nominations of Foreign Service officers. Submitted November 9 John Robert Bolton, of Maryland, to be the Representative of the United States ...
Checklist of White House Press releases.(List)
Nov 13, 2006 ... The following list contains releases of the Office of the Press Secretary that are neither printed as items nor covered by entries in the Digest of Other White House Announcements. Released November 4 Transcript of a press gaggle by Press Secretary Tony Snow ...
Statement on the death of Ed Bradley.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 9, 2006 Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death of Ed Bradley. For over 40 years, the American people have turned to Ed as a trusted source of information about events that have shaped our Nation. From serving as a White House correspondent to his many years as a ...
Notice--continuation of the national emergency with respect to Iran.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 20, 2006; ... November 9, 2006 On November 14, 1979, by Executive Order 12170, the President declared a national emergency with respect to Ivan pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701-1706) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national ...
Message to the Congress on continuation of the national emergency with respect to Iran.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 20, 2006; ... November 9, 2006 To the Congress of the United States: Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes ...
Remarks following a meeting with Senators Harry Reid and Richard J. Durbin.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 10, 2006 The President. I want to thank Senator Reid and Senator Durbin. Dick and I have had a really good discussion with them. The elections are over; the problems haven't gone away. And I assured the Senators that we will cooperate as closely as we can to solve ...
Remarks at the dedication of the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico, Virginia.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 10, 2006 The President. Thank you all. Thank you for the warm welcome. General Hagee, thank you for your service to our country. Secretaries of the Army and Navy and Air Force; I'm proud to be here with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Pete Pace, the ...
The President's radio address.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Broadcast transcript)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 11, 2006 Good morning. This weekend we commemorate Veterans Day, a day when America honors every man and woman who has worn the uniform of our military. In Veterans Day celebrations across our Nation, we remember those who have served in previous wars, those who are ...
Remarks at a Veterans Day ceremony in Arlington, Virginia.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 11, 2006 Thank you. Thanks for coming. Secretary Nicholson, thank you for your kind words and for your leadership. Members of the Cabinet; Members of Congress; members of the United State military; all veterans; all volunteers who have sworn to uphold the security of ...
Remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Martin Luther King, Jr., National Memorial.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 13, 2006 Thank you all very much. I'm honored to join you today in today's ceremony. I'm proud to dedicate this piece of our Nation's Capital to the lasting memory of a great man. We have gathered in tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, to the ideals he held, ...
Remarks following discussions with Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of Israel and an exchange with reporters.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 13, 2006 President Bush. Mr. Prime Minister, welcome back to Washington. The Prime Minister and I had a fascinating discussion the last time he was here. We were sitting on the Truman Balcony. We spent probably an hour-and-a-half strategizing about how we can work ...
Message to the Senate transmitting the Geneva Act of the Hague Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Industrial Designs.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)
Nov 20, 2006; ... November 13, 2006 To the Senate of the United States: With a view to receiving the advice and consent of the Senate to ratification, I transmit herewith the Geneva Act of the Hague Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Industrial Designs (the ...
Remarks following a meeting with chief executive officers of United States automobile manufacturers.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 14, 2006 The Vice President and members of my Cabinet, Secretary of Treasury, Secretary of Transportation, members of my staff, and I have just had a constructive and meaningful dialog with CEOs of the U.S. automobile manufacturers. First, these leaders ...
Remarks following a meeting with the new leaders of the Republican National Committee.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Speech)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 14, 2006 I have just been meeting with the new team that's going to run the Republican National Committee. I am so proud my friend Mel Martinez, Senator from Florida, is going to be the honorary [general] * chairman. My friend Mike Duncan from Kentucky is going to be ...
Message to the Senate transmitting the Malaysia-United States Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 20, 2006; ... November 14, 2006 To the Senate of the United States: With a view to receiving the advice and consent of the Senate to ratification, I transmit herewith the Treaty between the United States of America and Malaysia on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters, ...
Proclamation 8083--America Recycles Day, 2006.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)
Nov 20, 2006; ... November 14, 2006 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Good stewardship of the environment is a personal responsibility and an important public value, and on America Recycles Day, we highlight the many benefits of recycling. By ...
Statement on the upcoming state visit of Queen Elizabeth II of England and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.(Week Ending Friday, November 17, 2006)(Brief article)
Nov 20, 2006 ... November 15, 2006 Laura and I welcome Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, for a state visit in May 2007 to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the Jamestown Settlement. The United States ...