Just moments ago, the United States House of Representatives passed a war funding bill, in the tune of $120 billion. It includes benchmarks for Iraq's political progress, which is something the Bush administration has touted as an alternative to setting a withdrawal date of American forces from Iraq.
What's the kicker?
I'm glad you asked...
The House also included an increase of the federal minimum wage with the war spending appropriations bill! So, now will the US Senate adopt a similar measure and see if Bush vetoes, or accepts the provisions? Only time will tell us.
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Kentucky Election Results (Part 2)
With almost all of the Democratic primary votes counted, it is apparent that former lieutenant governor, Steve Beshear, has won with about 41% of the vote. Beshear needed at least 40% to avoid a party run-off election with fellow Democrat Bruce Lunsford, who has already conceded to Beshear.
On the Republican side, Governor Ernie Fletcher was able to capture about 50% of the Republican vote, which secures his place on the ballot for the General Election in November. He will go up against Steve Beshear, in the final battle for the Governor's Mansion.
I believe it is quite obvious--sans a scandal--Beshear is going to win the election in November; thereby, making him Kentucky's next governor in December.
On the Republican side, Governor Ernie Fletcher was able to capture about 50% of the Republican vote, which secures his place on the ballot for the General Election in November. He will go up against Steve Beshear, in the final battle for the Governor's Mansion.
I believe it is quite obvious--sans a scandal--Beshear is going to win the election in November; thereby, making him Kentucky's next governor in December.
Kentucky Election Results (Part 1)
With 28.4% of the state's precincts counted, it appears that Ernie Fletcher and Anne Northup are tightening up the Republican side of the governor's ticket. On the Democratic side, however, Steve Beshear is holding a 20 point lead over Dr. Steve Henry, who has continued to hold Bruce Lunsford at bay (in third place).
I know, I know...it is a bit premature, but it is something to contemplate.
I know, I know...it is a bit premature, but it is something to contemplate.
Governor of Kentucky: Who will Win?
As the primaries across the state come to a close, which gubernatorial candidates will come out on top as the contenders for November's General Election?
Many of the statewide polls, conducted by the state's largest newspapers, like the Lexington Herald Leader and the Louisville Courier-Journal, show the Democratic primary may end in a run-off election, between Steve Beshear and Bruce Lunsford, which will occur at the end of June. The same polls show that the current, scandal-ridden governor, Ernie Fletcher, should win his party's primary handily over his fellow Republicans, Anne Northup and Billy Harper.
Even though, I did not vote for Steve Beshear to be Democratic Party's candidate, I will support him for the governorship in November, because anyone is better than Ernie Fletcher; considering his botched up four years in office, and his promises to reform Frankfort from the bonds of corruption and, in general, the "Good Old Boy" system, it might be a while before another Republican candidate sees the inside of the Governor's Mansion, as our state's governor.
With less than one hour until the polls close in eastern and central Kentucky, it is anyone's game, I believe.
Many of the statewide polls, conducted by the state's largest newspapers, like the Lexington Herald Leader and the Louisville Courier-Journal, show the Democratic primary may end in a run-off election, between Steve Beshear and Bruce Lunsford, which will occur at the end of June. The same polls show that the current, scandal-ridden governor, Ernie Fletcher, should win his party's primary handily over his fellow Republicans, Anne Northup and Billy Harper.
Even though, I did not vote for Steve Beshear to be Democratic Party's candidate, I will support him for the governorship in November, because anyone is better than Ernie Fletcher; considering his botched up four years in office, and his promises to reform Frankfort from the bonds of corruption and, in general, the "Good Old Boy" system, it might be a while before another Republican candidate sees the inside of the Governor's Mansion, as our state's governor.
With less than one hour until the polls close in eastern and central Kentucky, it is anyone's game, I believe.
Monday, May 21, 2007
Lunsford-Fletcher for Change
Since yesterday, I have received two cryptic messages from the group called, Lunsford-Fletcher for Change.
In these e-mails, I received links to YouTube, which shows various videos detailing Bruce Lunsford's past record. The first link was to a video showing current Governor Ernie Fletcher (R), who was the Republican candidate for governor in 2003, accepting Lunsford's endorsement of his campaign. It is important to note that Bruce Lunsford was forced out of the 2003 Democratic primary because of poor publicity relating to Lunsford's administration of state nursing homes, and other business problems.
Last night, the second e-mail arrived with the subject heading of, "A Message from your Chairman." It is not quite clear on who the "Chairman" is; however, it links to YouTube, where it shows a video, also from the 2003 Kentucky Gubernatorial Primary, of a lady speaking about the alleged abuse suffered by her mother, while in a nursing home administered by Bruce Lunsford's corporation.
As I stated earlier, it is unclear who has sent these e-mails. From the e-mails, though, I have been able to discover that it was sent from Sent.com (IP 216.215.203.67). The IP address is registered to: Nuvox Communications, Greenville, SC 29601. It also contained tags to the New York Internet Company (IP 66.111.4.25).
It is certain, however, they are from someone who is not a Bruce Lunsford supporter! So, I have to support their message, as well. According to the Louisville Courier-Journal, the Chairman of the Kentucky Democratic Party, Jerry Lundergan, has asked authorities to investigate the e-mails, since they appear to have been sent from the Party's chairman. Of course, the Party's chairman has disavowed any knowledge of these e-mails, including their origins.
It will be interesting to find out who exactly is behind them!
In these e-mails, I received links to YouTube, which shows various videos detailing Bruce Lunsford's past record. The first link was to a video showing current Governor Ernie Fletcher (R), who was the Republican candidate for governor in 2003, accepting Lunsford's endorsement of his campaign. It is important to note that Bruce Lunsford was forced out of the 2003 Democratic primary because of poor publicity relating to Lunsford's administration of state nursing homes, and other business problems.
Last night, the second e-mail arrived with the subject heading of, "A Message from your Chairman." It is not quite clear on who the "Chairman" is; however, it links to YouTube, where it shows a video, also from the 2003 Kentucky Gubernatorial Primary, of a lady speaking about the alleged abuse suffered by her mother, while in a nursing home administered by Bruce Lunsford's corporation.
As I stated earlier, it is unclear who has sent these e-mails. From the e-mails, though, I have been able to discover that it was sent from Sent.com (IP 216.215.203.67). The IP address is registered to: Nuvox Communications, Greenville, SC 29601. It also contained tags to the New York Internet Company (IP 66.111.4.25).
It is certain, however, they are from someone who is not a Bruce Lunsford supporter! So, I have to support their message, as well. According to the Louisville Courier-Journal, the Chairman of the Kentucky Democratic Party, Jerry Lundergan, has asked authorities to investigate the e-mails, since they appear to have been sent from the Party's chairman. Of course, the Party's chairman has disavowed any knowledge of these e-mails, including their origins.
It will be interesting to find out who exactly is behind them!
Steve Beshear & Wallace Wilkinson
Tomorrow, will Democrats vote to elect another Wallace G. Wilkinson as governor?
Steve Beshear, like former Governor Wilkinson, who pushed for the lottery as a major source of revenue for education, which ultimately failed to live up to its promise, is campaigning on a very bold promise: to fund universal healthcare, for all Kentuckians, by legalizing gaming/gambling in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
By all accounts, such a move could not be fully implemented for almost three years. What will become of our state's problems during those four years? It is certain that many problems, which include Kentucky's retroactive, failing education system will only further slip into disarray without new, immediate revenues.
Many people in Kentucky have been blindsided by this simple fact. When Steve Beshear was lieutenant governor, during the Martha Layne Collins administration (1983-1987), he saw first-hand how important it is to find new, sustainable revenues for our state. Governor Collins campaigned heavily for the location of Toyota to Georgetown. This success is still providing millions of dollars in taxable revenues to the state today. In the final assessment, we need more ventures, like Toyota, in Kentucky.
It is unfair to sell your campaign on the promise of implementing universal healthcare, when it will take at least three years to realize the revenues necessary to fund it, if ever at all. It would be more realistic to campaign on legalizing gaming, yes, but at the same time working to provide a structure to adequately fund education and slowly phase in universal healthcare, over a period of five to six years.
I am greatly impressed, though, by Dr. Stephen Henry's campaign of moving Kentucky from being one of the country's top producers of coal (which will surely continue) to moving other stagnant parts of the state toward being one of the nation's leaders in implementing programs of producing renewable fuel sources, which will be a brand new revenue for the state, not to mention providing new jobs.
Steve Beshear, like former Governor Wilkinson, who pushed for the lottery as a major source of revenue for education, which ultimately failed to live up to its promise, is campaigning on a very bold promise: to fund universal healthcare, for all Kentuckians, by legalizing gaming/gambling in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
By all accounts, such a move could not be fully implemented for almost three years. What will become of our state's problems during those four years? It is certain that many problems, which include Kentucky's retroactive, failing education system will only further slip into disarray without new, immediate revenues.
Many people in Kentucky have been blindsided by this simple fact. When Steve Beshear was lieutenant governor, during the Martha Layne Collins administration (1983-1987), he saw first-hand how important it is to find new, sustainable revenues for our state. Governor Collins campaigned heavily for the location of Toyota to Georgetown. This success is still providing millions of dollars in taxable revenues to the state today. In the final assessment, we need more ventures, like Toyota, in Kentucky.
It is unfair to sell your campaign on the promise of implementing universal healthcare, when it will take at least three years to realize the revenues necessary to fund it, if ever at all. It would be more realistic to campaign on legalizing gaming, yes, but at the same time working to provide a structure to adequately fund education and slowly phase in universal healthcare, over a period of five to six years.
I am greatly impressed, though, by Dr. Stephen Henry's campaign of moving Kentucky from being one of the country's top producers of coal (which will surely continue) to moving other stagnant parts of the state toward being one of the nation's leaders in implementing programs of producing renewable fuel sources, which will be a brand new revenue for the state, not to mention providing new jobs.
Sunday, May 20, 2007
Bruce Lunsford Endorsed Ernie Fletcher
In 2003, current Democratic candidate for governor, Bruce Lunsford, endorsed the Republican candidate for governor, Ernie Fletcher, who subsequently went on to win the governorship.
After four failed years of a Fletcher administration, Bruce Lunsford--as a Democrat, no less--is at it again. With Attorney General Greg Stumbo in tow, Lunsford is hoping to capture what was so elusive earlier: to be governor of Kentucky.
Even though Bruce Lunsford is doing better this time around, he is not going to do well enough to win the Democratic Party's primary this Tuesday.
In essence, why would Kentucky Democrats want to elect a candidate who endorsed Republican Ernie Fletcher only four years ago? It's the height of arrogance!
After four failed years of a Fletcher administration, Bruce Lunsford--as a Democrat, no less--is at it again. With Attorney General Greg Stumbo in tow, Lunsford is hoping to capture what was so elusive earlier: to be governor of Kentucky.
Even though Bruce Lunsford is doing better this time around, he is not going to do well enough to win the Democratic Party's primary this Tuesday.
In essence, why would Kentucky Democrats want to elect a candidate who endorsed Republican Ernie Fletcher only four years ago? It's the height of arrogance!
Bush is Irrelevant
The White House made the comment that former President Jimmy "Carter is irrelevant," because of his statement to an Arkansas newspaper that berated Bush as having the worst "administration in history."
Of course, I agree.
We realize anyone that questions the Bush Administration is quickly declared a coward and traitor, but it is important to note that being a patriot is about speaking out against the evils and injustices of your country's leadership.
Now, who is irrelevant?
Of course, I agree.
We realize anyone that questions the Bush Administration is quickly declared a coward and traitor, but it is important to note that being a patriot is about speaking out against the evils and injustices of your country's leadership.
Now, who is irrelevant?
Kentucky Gubernatorial Election on Tuesday
On Tuesday, May 22, the voters of Kentucky will go to the polls to elect their party's nominee for governor in November.
The Republicans are bemoaned by the current governor, Ernie Fletcher, who is running for re-election. After years of scandal and failed state policies, Fletcher's campaign is going all the way up-hill, because of his unsuccessful tenure. Other Republicans, like Billy Harper and Anne Northup, are running expensive campaigns to win the top Republican spot.
Either way, state newspapers are not focusing their collective attention on the Republican race, but rather the Democratic one.
Democrats have a crowded field of six candidates for governor. These range from the absurd, like Otis "Bullman" Hensley, to the well-financed candidates, such as Bruce Lunsford.
Many political pundits agree that the Democratic race will end up in a runoff election between the two top contenders, because no single candidate can garner the 40% of votes this Tuesday.
A new Bluegrass Poll shows former Democratic lieutenant governor, Steve Beshear, who served under Governor Martha Layne Collins, from 1983-1987, as leading the pack of his party's hopefuls. It is likely that if Beshear wins, he will go on to face Fletcher (who now leads the field of Republicans, according to the same poll) in November's general election.
The Republicans are bemoaned by the current governor, Ernie Fletcher, who is running for re-election. After years of scandal and failed state policies, Fletcher's campaign is going all the way up-hill, because of his unsuccessful tenure. Other Republicans, like Billy Harper and Anne Northup, are running expensive campaigns to win the top Republican spot.
Either way, state newspapers are not focusing their collective attention on the Republican race, but rather the Democratic one.
Democrats have a crowded field of six candidates for governor. These range from the absurd, like Otis "Bullman" Hensley, to the well-financed candidates, such as Bruce Lunsford.
Many political pundits agree that the Democratic race will end up in a runoff election between the two top contenders, because no single candidate can garner the 40% of votes this Tuesday.
A new Bluegrass Poll shows former Democratic lieutenant governor, Steve Beshear, who served under Governor Martha Layne Collins, from 1983-1987, as leading the pack of his party's hopefuls. It is likely that if Beshear wins, he will go on to face Fletcher (who now leads the field of Republicans, according to the same poll) in November's general election.
Lebanon, Palestine, Insurgents
Lebanese forces began attacking an insurgent's camp near the Lebanese city of Tripoli. The insurgents have suspected ties to al Qaeda. Many people in the area were supportive of the government's attempts at rooting out the foreign insurgency in their country.
Friday, May 18, 2007
Republican Debate: South Carolina
Who won the debate from this past week? According to a CNN commentary, it was former New York City mayor, Rudy Giuliani.
Why?
It seems when a fellow Republican, Representative Ron Paul (TX), declared that the United States may be partially responsible for the attacks on 9/11, considering the country's intrusive policies geared toward the Middle East, to wit: Iraq, Giuliani declared war against this idea. (This was the only time I saw Giuliani open his mouth. Admittedly, however, I did not watch the entire debate. [The hypocrisy was much too malignant for my good taste.])
I agree with Representative Paul--in part--simply by looking at current foreign Bush dogma, the United States does engage heavily in rooting around in other people's business. Did this, however, indirectly contribute to the Towers falling on September 11? It is hard to say, to say the least.
In the final analysis does it matter which Republican won the debate? Certainly not. It is quite firmly planted that a Democratic candidate is going to win in 2008; America will settle for nothing less!
(By the way, who were the rest of those Republican groupies running for president???)
Why?
It seems when a fellow Republican, Representative Ron Paul (TX), declared that the United States may be partially responsible for the attacks on 9/11, considering the country's intrusive policies geared toward the Middle East, to wit: Iraq, Giuliani declared war against this idea. (This was the only time I saw Giuliani open his mouth. Admittedly, however, I did not watch the entire debate. [The hypocrisy was much too malignant for my good taste.])
I agree with Representative Paul--in part--simply by looking at current foreign Bush dogma, the United States does engage heavily in rooting around in other people's business. Did this, however, indirectly contribute to the Towers falling on September 11? It is hard to say, to say the least.
In the final analysis does it matter which Republican won the debate? Certainly not. It is quite firmly planted that a Democratic candidate is going to win in 2008; America will settle for nothing less!
(By the way, who were the rest of those Republican groupies running for president???)
Democracy & Justice
An honor killing, in northern Iraq, pitted a seventeen year old girl against an angry mob, who alleged she had shamed her family. The kicker: the police looked on as the incident unfolded and ultimately reached its deadly climax with the girl's death.
Is the price of Iraqi justice too high for Western democracy?
George W. Bush touts, on a regular basis, the virtues of our democracy, and how it has liberated the people of Iraq from tyranny. But how does this distorted vision of democracy compare to the realities in Iraq?
The people of Iraq have done little, if anything, beyond electing a puppet regime to prove they are committed to democracy. Democracy is more than electing your government; it also instills the virtues of due process for criminals and the right of the victim--dead or alive--to see their accused brought before an impartial court of justice.
I find it ironic that while Bush is so-called democratizing Iraq, a poor a girl is denied any inkling of trial for a crime that shamed her family.
How seemingly backward and anti-democratic is that?
Is the price of Iraqi justice too high for Western democracy?
George W. Bush touts, on a regular basis, the virtues of our democracy, and how it has liberated the people of Iraq from tyranny. But how does this distorted vision of democracy compare to the realities in Iraq?
The people of Iraq have done little, if anything, beyond electing a puppet regime to prove they are committed to democracy. Democracy is more than electing your government; it also instills the virtues of due process for criminals and the right of the victim--dead or alive--to see their accused brought before an impartial court of justice.
I find it ironic that while Bush is so-called democratizing Iraq, a poor a girl is denied any inkling of trial for a crime that shamed her family.
How seemingly backward and anti-democratic is that?
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Zimbabwe Heads Key U.N. body
The African nation of Zimbabwe won support to chair a key United Nations organization, the Commission on Sustainable Development. The United States and European Union objected to the troubled African nations appointment, of course.
I think it is important to give nations, like Zimbabwe, powerful positions. It may work to root out the backroom elements of their culture.
I think it is important to give nations, like Zimbabwe, powerful positions. It may work to root out the backroom elements of their culture.
Divorce rates falls in the US
A recent study shows the divorce rate in the United States is lower than it has been since 1970. What does this mean? Simply, it shows that the amount of people who are married are in more stable relationships, and they work out their problems, rather than simply divorcing.
The study also shows that more affluent people who marry (higher paying jobs and higher levels of education) are more likely to make their marriage work.
My assessment is more people today simply do not get married. Instead, they choose to co-habitat, or "shack-up." In the end, isn't that the most sane thing to do?
The study also shows that more affluent people who marry (higher paying jobs and higher levels of education) are more likely to make their marriage work.
My assessment is more people today simply do not get married. Instead, they choose to co-habitat, or "shack-up." In the end, isn't that the most sane thing to do?
UK scraps Blair
At the end of June, British Prime Minister Tony Blair will step down as the leader of the Labour Party, and effectively as prime minister.
What does this mean for the people of Great Britain?
Like many people in the United States, they are outraged at the war in Iraq, even though their part is much smaller than the United States' position, it is still key. The main concern is will the British withdraw their troops from Iraq. I suppose it depends on whether the Labour Party can maintain its superior position in Parliament. Certainly, there are many elements in the government that would bring the British troops home.
What does this mean for the people of Great Britain?
Like many people in the United States, they are outraged at the war in Iraq, even though their part is much smaller than the United States' position, it is still key. The main concern is will the British withdraw their troops from Iraq. I suppose it depends on whether the Labour Party can maintain its superior position in Parliament. Certainly, there are many elements in the government that would bring the British troops home.
Sunday, May 06, 2007
Nicolas Sarkozy: France's Bush?
Today, France elected Nicolas Sarkozy, a conservative, over liberal candidate, Segolene Royal, as its president.
Sarkozy has already boasted his friendship for the United States, which can be either positive or negative. He is also considered to have a heavy hand when it comes to national policies. Many expect that he will "strong-arm" and micro-manage the government of France for the next five years.
It is my sincere hope that the people of France did not elect their own version of George W. Bush. Of course, his ideas may sound progressive and nationalistic, but they will soon pander to the select few who are responsible for helping to get him elected today, like Bush did. Why not? That's what conservatives do!
Sarkozy has already boasted his friendship for the United States, which can be either positive or negative. He is also considered to have a heavy hand when it comes to national policies. Many expect that he will "strong-arm" and micro-manage the government of France for the next five years.
It is my sincere hope that the people of France did not elect their own version of George W. Bush. Of course, his ideas may sound progressive and nationalistic, but they will soon pander to the select few who are responsible for helping to get him elected today, like Bush did. Why not? That's what conservatives do!
Sarkozy Succeeds Chirac as President of France
Nicolas Sarkozy wins 53% of the French electorate to become the next president of France. He will take over after twelve years of Jacques Chirac's tenure as president.
Saturday, May 05, 2007
Bitterness of Existence
"Bliss...a merry flag on the arctic wilderness of my calendar."
"People...think they know what it is like to be lonely. The drip, drip of long-haul, no-end-in-sight solitude. They know nothing. What it's like to construct an entire weekend around a visit to the launderette, or to be so chronically untouched that the accidental brush of a bus conductor's hand sends a jolt of longing straight to your groin."
-from, Notes on a Scandal, starring Dame Judi Dench and Cate Blanchett
"People...think they know what it is like to be lonely. The drip, drip of long-haul, no-end-in-sight solitude. They know nothing. What it's like to construct an entire weekend around a visit to the launderette, or to be so chronically untouched that the accidental brush of a bus conductor's hand sends a jolt of longing straight to your groin."
-from, Notes on a Scandal, starring Dame Judi Dench and Cate Blanchett
Queen Elizabeth II Arrives for the Kentucky Derby
The Governor and the Queen
Getting Queen Elizabeth to the gazebo on the infield side of the track where Gov. Enrie Fletcher watches the Derby was too much of a security risk. Speaking to reporters outside the 6th flood media center, Fletcher said he invited the queen to watch the Derby with him and First Lady Glenna Fletcher, but Her [Majesty] declined. He said he would get to meet her, however, before the big race.
The Queen Arrives at the Downs
The motorcade for Queen Elizabeth II arrived at Churchill Downs shortly before 3:30 p.m., after she flew into the Louisville International Airport.The Queen is expected to make a short stay at the track, and possibly a brief public appearance, before leaving the same way she came. Her entourage came in past Gate 17, and entered through a non-public entrance.
(All vignettes are courtesy of the Louisville Courier-Journal)
Getting Queen Elizabeth to the gazebo on the infield side of the track where Gov. Enrie Fletcher watches the Derby was too much of a security risk. Speaking to reporters outside the 6th flood media center, Fletcher said he invited the queen to watch the Derby with him and First Lady Glenna Fletcher, but Her [Majesty] declined. He said he would get to meet her, however, before the big race.
The Queen Arrives at the Downs
The motorcade for Queen Elizabeth II arrived at Churchill Downs shortly before 3:30 p.m., after she flew into the Louisville International Airport.The Queen is expected to make a short stay at the track, and possibly a brief public appearance, before leaving the same way she came. Her entourage came in past Gate 17, and entered through a non-public entrance.
(All vignettes are courtesy of the Louisville Courier-Journal)
Paris Hilton Raped in Jail, Congress Pushes for Prison Overhaul
With yesterday's revelation for Paris Hilton, who thought it was okay to drive on a suspended license, we will surely be getting some revision of the penal code in California. Perhaps, it will go something along the lines of, "Yes, it is okay to drive on a suspended license and disregard a court order to attend alcohol counseling, if your trust fund exceeds $100 million."
I think it is proactive that the court was willing to stand up to Hilton and her hundreds-of-millions-of-dollars. Honestly, I believed she would receive probation or house arrest, in lieu of actual jail time. It says to everyone else that the law applies equally to all socioeconomic strata.
Of course, we haven't seen her report to prison yet, which is slated to occur until next month. She might believe she didn't actually have to attend the jail sentence. I am sure, also, her lawyers are working overtime to find a loophole, or even better a court of appeal that will be more understanding and forgiving of her transgressions.
I think it is proactive that the court was willing to stand up to Hilton and her hundreds-of-millions-of-dollars. Honestly, I believed she would receive probation or house arrest, in lieu of actual jail time. It says to everyone else that the law applies equally to all socioeconomic strata.
Of course, we haven't seen her report to prison yet, which is slated to occur until next month. She might believe she didn't actually have to attend the jail sentence. I am sure, also, her lawyers are working overtime to find a loophole, or even better a court of appeal that will be more understanding and forgiving of her transgressions.
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Queen's Portrait Outrage; Frankly, I wasn't appalled
"Critics not amused by queen photo." When I first read this story's title I was half expecting to see Queen Elizabeth II topless and smoking a hand-rolled Dominican cigar. Instead, you find a regal, yet seemingly demur, photo of the queen staring off into the distance. Perhaps, there is a meaning, after all.
Beyond the balcony, you can see a cruel and tumultuous sky. The story to me is simple. The Queen has outlived her usefulness, but we can respect her position. The world around her is dark and removed. Definitely, the world has changed dramatically since 1952, when she first became monarch.
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Bush Veto of War Funding Bill
President George W. Bush decided to rail against the collective will of the people of the United States and veto the $124 billion appropriations bill sent to his desk this past week by Congress.
Although, the bill provided money to soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan, it set a timetable for the withdrawal of those soldiers, which was set to begin later this year.
This is another step toward the end of the Bush Administration in 2009. Bush has spent the past four years working against the wishes of the American people, in regards to the war in Iraq. This veto only proves his resolve in defeating us.
Although, the bill provided money to soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan, it set a timetable for the withdrawal of those soldiers, which was set to begin later this year.
This is another step toward the end of the Bush Administration in 2009. Bush has spent the past four years working against the wishes of the American people, in regards to the war in Iraq. This veto only proves his resolve in defeating us.
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