Bush, George W.
President Bush acknowledged the hardships faced by National Guard members and their families due to the Iraq war, while criticizing Senator John Kerry for questioning the war's cost and support for the troops. Bush emphasized his own experience as a National Guard member and promised at least 30
Bush, George W.
Senator John Edwards asserted on Sunday that President Bush's recent poll gains were fleeting, as Americans would soon see a stark contrast between the Bush administration's policies and those of the Democratic ticket. Edwards pointed to debate opportunities and the contrast in policies on Iraq, Iran,
Bush, George W.
In a bid to shift the narrative ahead of the Republican Convention in New York, President Bush's aides have outlined an ambitious agenda that will focus on painting Senator John Kerry as untrustworthy and out of the mainstream, while presenting a "compassion" theme as the return
Bush, George W.
As the presidential campaign heats up, President George W. Bush must address the potentially lethal rhetorical question coined by Ronald Reagan, "Are you better off than you were four years ago?" to prevent Senator John Kerry from using it against him. This question was originally used by Reagan
Kerry, John
President Bush sought to demonstrate a prompt response to the storm, declaring a disaster area and personally visiting the affected region to reassure residents and officials, contrasting with his father's criticized response to Hurricane Andrew. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) deployed its largest operation since the 9/
Bush, George W.
President Hamid Karzai is poised to win the election scheduled for October 9, but he may face significant challenges from disgruntled election losers and powerful military actors in the country. The international community's focus on Afghanistan is likely to decline, especially if President George W. Bush loses his
Bush, George W.
As President George W. Bush traveled through Florida's conservative Panhandle, he told supporters that Senator John Kerry's recent comment on Iraq had given him a new backer for his decision to invade the country. Mr. Bush cited Mr. Kerry's statement that he would have
Bush, George W.
As the US presidential election enters its final stretch, President George W. Bush has endorsed the creation of a national intelligence czar, one of the key recommendations of the 9/11 commission. The move comes amidst increased concerns about terrorism and a potential threat to major financial institutions in Washington,
Bush, George W.
John Kerry was supposed to spend Sunday traveling through small-town Ohio and Michigan, but his campaign was also searching for a secure telephone line so he could discuss the terrorist threat announced in Washington. The threat has shaped the contest and left both campaigns worrying about the unpredictable nature of
Kerry, John
American officials are facing significant challenges in maintaining the coalition of countries that supported the war in Iraq, with several nations deciding to withdraw their troops and companies restricting operations due to security concerns. As the presidential campaign adds new urgency to finding a strategy to exit Iraq, administration officials
Bush, George W.
As the 2004 presidential campaign heats up, President Bush and challenger John Kerry are engaging in a fierce battle over policy and character. After largely ceding the spotlight to Democrats for the convention, Mr. Bush stumped through Missouri, Michigan, and Ohio with a retooled speech emphasizing his policies' positive
Kerry, John
The Democratic presidential ticket, John Kerry and John Edwards, embarked on a two-week "Believe in America" tour, starting in Scranton, Pennsylvania, with a convoy of 10 buses, in a bid to maintain and build momentum after the party's national convention. Meanwhile, President Bush is also campaigning
