President George W. Bush
George W. Bush Biography
George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the USA. He is the son of George H W Bush, the 41st President of the United States.
Both father and son duo have the remarkable distinction of being responsible for getting their country engulfed in two Gulf Wars.
Early
President George W. Bush was born on 6 July 1946 in New Haven, Connecticut. He has three brothers, Jeb, Neil, and Marvin, and one sister Dorothy. Another sister Robin died at the age of three.
Education
Bush went to school at the prestigious Phillips Academy in Andovers, Massachusetts. Later he attended Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, and Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Alcoholism
During his college years and for some years afterwards, President George W. Bush was a hard drinker and reportedly indulged in substance abuse as well. He battled with alcoholism for a long time before eventually kicking the habit in 1986.
Religion
George Bush's family are of the Episcopal faith. On his marriage, he left that to join his wife's United Methodist Church. Later he became a Born Again Christian, a faith he shares with his ally in the War on Terror, British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Marriage and Family Life
President George W. Bush is married to Laura Bush, formerly Laura Welch, whom he met through mutual friends. She was previously a Librarian. They have twin girls, Jenna and Barbara, who both occasionally feature in the gossip columns for problems with alcohol. Neither girl has shown any interest so far in entering the US Military and helping advance their father's war efforts.
The family owns a black Scottish Terrier called Barney.
Business Career
For someone who is frequently derided in the Press for being, shall we say, intellectually challenged, George W Bush has had a pretty successful business career.
He has been a Board Member with Tom Brown Inc., a Senior Partner/CEO with Arbusto Energy, Spectrum 7, and Harken Energy, the Founder and CEO of Bush Exploration, and a General Partner with the Texas Rangers. From all these enterprises, he amassed a great deal of personal fortune.
He was investigated briefly by the SEC for possible Insider Trading, but was not charged with anything.
Military Career
During the Vietnam War, Bush enlisted in the Texas Air National Guard. He received his wings as an F-102 pilot, was promoted to First Lieutenant, and then took an unexplained leave of absence. In short, he never made it to Vietnam to fight the gooks. But, it must be noted, he supported the war like he has supported every war the USA has been involved in modern times – philosophically and politically and from the sidelines. When you are wealthy and well-connected, there is no reason to risk your own life for the wars that you sponsor.
Political Career
The Bush Family has been involved in politics since a long time. Bush's grandfather, Prescott Bush, was a Senator from Connecticut and his father, as mentioned, was President of the USA from 1989 to 1993.
Bush entered the political arena in 1978 when he ran unsuccessfully for the US House of Representatives from Texas. In 1988, Bush helped with his father's presidential campaign. He plunged into politics once more himself in 1994 when he ran for Governor of Texas and surprisingly won.
Although edged with the inevitable controversies, he had a pretty good run as the Governor of Texas and was reelected in 1998, the first Texan Governor to be elected two consecutive times. Aside from reforming the criminal justice system and the education system, his government supported religious organizations and provided funding to 'faith-based initiatives'. Which means he did his bit to force his religion, Christianity, into politics and on the general public.
He next turned his attention to the White House and began campaigning to become President.
Presidential Career
George W Bush became the 43rd President of the United States on 20 January 2001 and was reelected to the post on 20 January 2005. The circumstances in which he became President the first time around are still disputed and considered illegal by some political pundits. Many still consider that it was Al Gore who rightfully won the election.
The Presidency of George W Bush has been even more illuminating than his Governorship of Texas.
He has vetoed against government funding for Stem Cell Research, refused to endorse the Kyoto Agreement, has proposed to build a wall to seal the border with Mexico to put an end to illegal immigration, has legalized unauthorized phone tapping and detaining and interrogating people without warrants.
After the 11 September 2001 attack on the World Trade Center, President George W. Bush launched an illegal 'War on Terror', that five years on is showing no sign of abating. As Governor of Texas, he had about 152 prisoners executed. As President, he has been responsible for over 600,000 deaths in Iraq and Afghanistan. Undeterred by the niceties of International Law, he and his political colleagues are now attempting to stir trouble with other nations, namely, North Korea, Iran, Nicaragua, and Somalia.
As a self-proclaimed 'Uniter, Not Divider', President George W Bush has successfully united public opinion worldwide against the aggressive and irresponsible US Foreign Policy.
George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the USA. He is the son of George H W Bush, the 41st President of the United States.
Both father and son duo have the remarkable distinction of being responsible for getting their country engulfed in two Gulf Wars.
Early
President George W. Bush was born on 6 July 1946 in New Haven, Connecticut. He has three brothers, Jeb, Neil, and Marvin, and one sister Dorothy. Another sister Robin died at the age of three.
Education
Bush went to school at the prestigious Phillips Academy in Andovers, Massachusetts. Later he attended Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, and Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Alcoholism
During his college years and for some years afterwards, President George W. Bush was a hard drinker and reportedly indulged in substance abuse as well. He battled with alcoholism for a long time before eventually kicking the habit in 1986.
Religion
George Bush's family are of the Episcopal faith. On his marriage, he left that to join his wife's United Methodist Church. Later he became a Born Again Christian, a faith he shares with his ally in the War on Terror, British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Marriage and Family Life
President George W. Bush is married to Laura Bush, formerly Laura Welch, whom he met through mutual friends. She was previously a Librarian. They have twin girls, Jenna and Barbara, who both occasionally feature in the gossip columns for problems with alcohol. Neither girl has shown any interest so far in entering the US Military and helping advance their father's war efforts.
The family owns a black Scottish Terrier called Barney.
Business Career
For someone who is frequently derided in the Press for being, shall we say, intellectually challenged, George W Bush has had a pretty successful business career.
He has been a Board Member with Tom Brown Inc., a Senior Partner/CEO with Arbusto Energy, Spectrum 7, and Harken Energy, the Founder and CEO of Bush Exploration, and a General Partner with the Texas Rangers. From all these enterprises, he amassed a great deal of personal fortune.
He was investigated briefly by the SEC for possible Insider Trading, but was not charged with anything.
Military Career
During the Vietnam War, Bush enlisted in the Texas Air National Guard. He received his wings as an F-102 pilot, was promoted to First Lieutenant, and then took an unexplained leave of absence. In short, he never made it to Vietnam to fight the gooks. But, it must be noted, he supported the war like he has supported every war the USA has been involved in modern times – philosophically and politically and from the sidelines. When you are wealthy and well-connected, there is no reason to risk your own life for the wars that you sponsor.
Political Career
The Bush Family has been involved in politics since a long time. Bush's grandfather, Prescott Bush, was a Senator from Connecticut and his father, as mentioned, was President of the USA from 1989 to 1993.
Bush entered the political arena in 1978 when he ran unsuccessfully for the US House of Representatives from Texas. In 1988, Bush helped with his father's presidential campaign. He plunged into politics once more himself in 1994 when he ran for Governor of Texas and surprisingly won.
Although edged with the inevitable controversies, he had a pretty good run as the Governor of Texas and was reelected in 1998, the first Texan Governor to be elected two consecutive times. Aside from reforming the criminal justice system and the education system, his government supported religious organizations and provided funding to 'faith-based initiatives'. Which means he did his bit to force his religion, Christianity, into politics and on the general public.
He next turned his attention to the White House and began campaigning to become President.
Presidential Career
George W Bush became the 43rd President of the United States on 20 January 2001 and was reelected to the post on 20 January 2005. The circumstances in which he became President the first time around are still disputed and considered illegal by some political pundits. Many still consider that it was Al Gore who rightfully won the election.
The Presidency of George W Bush has been even more illuminating than his Governorship of Texas.
He has vetoed against government funding for Stem Cell Research, refused to endorse the Kyoto Agreement, has proposed to build a wall to seal the border with Mexico to put an end to illegal immigration, has legalized unauthorized phone tapping and detaining and interrogating people without warrants.
After the 11 September 2001 attack on the World Trade Center, President George W. Bush launched an illegal 'War on Terror', that five years on is showing no sign of abating. As Governor of Texas, he had about 152 prisoners executed. As President, he has been responsible for over 600,000 deaths in Iraq and Afghanistan. Undeterred by the niceties of International Law, he and his political colleagues are now attempting to stir trouble with other nations, namely, North Korea, Iran, Nicaragua, and Somalia.
As a self-proclaimed 'Uniter, Not Divider', President George W Bush has successfully united public opinion worldwide against the aggressive and irresponsible US Foreign Policy.
Bush, Candidates Weigh in on Iraq War
Marking the five-year anniversary of the U.S. occupation in Iraq, President Bush and the presidential candidates speak their minds.
Bush Preps for Prime Time
President Bush has big plans for Monday’s State of the Union address.
Bush Derails Judge’s Order, Allows Navy Use of Sonar
In an unprecedented move against the U.S. Coastal zone management law, President Bush exempted the Navy’s use of mid-frequency sonar, defying a judge’s order.
Bush Pardons Turkeys…and the Jokes are Flying
The White House and the press corps had a little fun at a traditional ceremony in which President Bush pardoned two Thanksgiving turkeys.
Congress to Override Bush Veto of Water Bill
After voting for a popular water bill 381-40, Congress vows to override President Bush’s most recent veto.
Bush Urges Congress to Extend Limit on Eavesdropping Law
President Bush is urging Congress to make permanent a temporary law okaying warrantless monitoring of communications between Americans and those outside the U.S.
Press Secretary Tony Snow Resigning
President Bush announced Friday that his press secretary Tony Snow will be resigning on September 14.
Bush’s Brain Retires!
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Congress Votes to Pull US Troops Out of Iraq: Bush Unmoved
In a 223-201 vote, the U.S. Congress voted Thursday to begin pulling U.S. soldiers out of Iraq; despite Bush’s threat to veto, both parties say the message is still important.
Bush's Veto Pen: Protecting Us From the Horror of Saving Lives
Bush has vetoed three bills in his entire time in office. So what were these horrific bills he had to protect us from? Two of his vetoes killed bills for stem cell research: research that could cure illnesses, and save lives. Morality, indeed.
Texas Officials Critical of President’s Border Fence Plan
Government officials in the Rio Grande Valley are taking issue with President Bush’s plans for building a fence on the border between the US and Mexico, saying that the fence would block access to the river by farmers, wildlife, and recreation.
Bush Suspends All Executions in Florida after Botched Injection
A convicted killer was executed by lethal injection in Florida Wednesday, and it took him 34 minutes to die. Friday Florida’s Gov. Jab Bush suspended all executions and created a commission to examine the lethal injection process.
School Fires Bus Driver for Giving Bush the Finger
A school bus driver in Issaquah, Washington, gave the President the finger and got herself in hot water as a result.
Peace Mom
A mother’s journey through heartache to activism. We were a little late getting to the bus the next morning because at first we couldn't get Andy up -- either by phone or by knocking on his door…
President Bush Approves 700 Miles of Border Fencing in Arizona
President Bush has signed into law a massive homeland security bill that will overhaul FEMA and pay for installing about 700 miles of fencing along the US-Mexican border.
The Republican Playbook
After the 2004 presidential debates, eagle-eyed observers hypothesized about the rectangular bulge tucked inside George W.'s suit jacket, visible in images shown around the world. Was it a radio receiver, allowing Karl Rove to feed the president complete sentences he'd never form on his own? Perhaps it was a remote-control device that enabled Dick Cheney to operate W. like a robot. Nah. The real explanation was much simpler...
Bush Approval Rating Slowly Rising
Although his overall approval rating is still low, President Bush is slowly pushing his numbers in the right direction following recent speeches on Iraq and the War on Terror.
President Bush Still Primary Target of Political Humor
Politicians holding or running for offices other than that of President of the United States are virtually immune to comedians looking for easily laughs.
British TV Network to Air Film Depicting Assassination of Bush
An offshoot of Britain’s Channel 4 network plans to show a movie that depicts a fictional assassination of President George W. Bush.
Dolphins Coach Saban Snubs President Bush
Miami Head Coach Nick Saban is up for a dinner at the White House any time – unless that time is during the Dolphins’ training camp.
President Bush’s Shoulder Squeeze Rubs People the Wrong Way
A five-second video of President Bush squeezing the shoulders of German chancellor Angela Merkel at the G8 summit is making the rounds of the Internet and television talk shows.
President Bush Vetoes Stem Cell Research Bill
As many people expected, President Bush has used the first veto of his presidency to block a bill that would have allowed federal funding for stem-cell research.
Belafonte Again Publicly Lashes Out at President Bush
Jamaican-reared entertainer Harry Belafonte once again took advantage of a speaking engagement to criticize President Bush and the Homeland Security Department.
U.S. Citizen Confesses to Plot to Assassinate President Bush
A U.S. citizen accused of joining al Qaida in order to help with a plot to assassinate President Bush is in court this week, with the judge considering the validity of his taped confession.
Kentucky Man May Face Charges of Threatening President
A Kentucky college student who made a post to a Web site about New Orleans families stranded by the hurricane may face charges for an offhand comment that seemed to be threatening President Bush.
President Visits Boy Scout Jamboree for Memorial Service
President Bush will make an appearance Sunday evening at the Boy Scout Jamboree where four Scout leaders were killed last week.
Bush Visits Allies, Fields Questions About Supreme Court Nominees
President Bush has been visiting European allies to thank them for their support in Iraq, while being pressed by reporters to answer questions about his impending nomination to the Supreme Court.
Terri Schiavo Gets Support From President Bush
President George Bush signed an emergency bill into law that will allow a federal court to review Terri’s case an determine whether or not her feeding tubes should be reconnected.
Did the Bushes help to kill JFK?
The question cannot be answered definitely, but the thesis is not without circumstantial evidence. If nothing else, these pages will show the reader the following:
Bush Daughters Getting Bad Rap
After being asked repeatedly by the Bush family to back off, the press has moved forward yet again in their relentless pursuit of "dirt" on the first daughters.
Uncle Jonathan Bush Defends His Young Nieces
Jonathan Bush, brother of Dubya’s dad, has defended the Bush twins and is outspoken in his condemnation of the current "legal" drinking age.
President Bush Seeks America's Support for Tax Cut
President Bush, after pitching his tax plan to lawmakers for over two weeks, has now gone straight to the American public for support.
George W. Bush Moves to D.C. to Begin Transition
In the wake of the drama and turmoil that surrounded the 2000 presidential election, George W. Bush seeks to heal a nation divided.
Election Chaos Reaches Week Five
VP Al Gore and Texas Governor George W. Bush await two key rulings that should move the 2000 presidential election towards its finality.
Gov. George W. Bush Wins Florida Vote
Florida's secretary of state has officially certified Florida's 25 electoral votes in favor of Gov. George W. Bush, but Al Gore promises to fight on.
Democrats Disclose Details of Bush DUI
In what is being viewed as an act of desperation by the Democratic Party, a DUI from 1976 is now in the news once again.
George W. Bush and Al Gore to Square Off Again
George W. Bush has gained a slight edge over Vice President Al Gore in some recent polls as the two prepare to face off for the second time.
Candidates Square off in First Presidential Debate
The much anticipated first debate between presidential hopefuls George W. Bush and Al Gore boiled down to numbers and character issues.
Bush in Israel for Anniversary Amid Little Hope for Peace Talks
It's thought that the US president's presence will not do much to promote the flagging peace process
Bush Flies in to Fortress London
The US president, George Bush, today boarded Air Force One to fly to London for the most heavily-policed state visit in British history.
Palestinian Pm's Leadership at Stake When He Pleads With Bush to Help Free Detainees
The Palestinian prime minister, Mahmoud Abbas, will urge President George Bush today to rescue the US-led "road map" to peace by pressuring Israel to release thousands of political prisoners and halt the expropriation of Palestinian land to build a security fence.
Bush and Blair Stand Alone
If the US does decide to attack Iraq, Britain is the only country likely to offer support, with potentially disastrous consequences for the rest of the world, writes Simon Tisdall.
Lame-duck Bush Back in the Limelight
US president enjoys a surge of media interest with his daughter Jenna's wedding in Crawford, Texas, and a peace mission to the Middle East
Bush Offers Aid to China Following Earthquake
President George Bush today offered to help China deal with the aftermath of its earthquake, including sharing detailed images of the devastated region taken by its spy satellites
Bush Clan Forgets Its Troubles As Jenna Prepares for Big Day on the Family Ranch
Souvenir fridge magnets sell out as Texas town goes crazy for 'low-key' wedding
Bush Offers to Share Spy Satellite Data As Europe Stands By With Aid
George Bush offers to help China with aftermath of earthquake by sharing detailed satellite images
Lame-duck Bush Back in the Limelight
US president enjoys a surge of media interest with his daughter Jenna's wedding in Crawford, Texas, and a peace mission to the Middle East
Bush Clan Forgets Its Troubles As Jenna Prepares for Big Day on the Family Ranch
Souvenir fridge magnets sell out as Texas town goes crazy for 'low-key' wedding
The Terror of Bush's War on America
Peter Preston: Forget Bin Laden - the president's real enemies are dissenters at home.
McCain Ditches Bush and Heads for the Centre
Republican presidential nominee launches a campaign to appeal to middle ground voters
FUNDING THE WAR TO END IT: Vietnam 1972, Iraq 2008
We are staying in Iraq for one reason and one reason only: Just as Lyndon Johnson and Richard Nixon prolonged the agony of Vietnam for fear of being the president that lost the war, George W. Bush fears the same. A JAZZMAN CHRONICLE by Jack Random.
Bush Finds It Harder to Avoid the 'r' Word
In face of soaring food costs, record oil prices and 112% rise in home repossessions, Bush abandons denial of a recession
US Economy Awaits Stimulation From Bush's Tax Rebate
Americans urged to spend $168bn cash injection to provide 'bridge' until rate cuts have impact
His Final Bow: Bush's Last Supper With the Press
President describes his mood as 'a little wistful' as he attends last White House correspondents' dinner
Deal or No Deal? Underworked President Makes Tv Joke on $3 Trillion Budget
Bush 'thrilled to be anywhere with high ratings' as he puts in an appearance on popular game show
Bush Appears on Us Game Show As Approval Ratings Hit Record Low
With his duties at the White House increasingly minimal, Bush found time to appear on the popular game show 'Deal or No Deal'
Top Bush Aides Pushed for Guantánamo Torture
Senior officials bypassed army chief to introduce interrogation methods
Top Bush Aides Pushed for Guantánamo Torture
Senior officials bypassed army chief to introduce interrogation methods
Brown and Bush Reignite That Special Relationship
Good-natured meeting contrasted sharply with last year's frosty encounter between the two
Bush Wants to Stop Growth of Greenhouse Emissions By 2025
President George Bush today announced a new national goal to help tackle climate change: to stop the growth of US greenhouse gas emissions by 2025
Bush to Announce Options for Reducing Us Greenhouse Emissions
Anxious to rescue his legacy, President George Bush is to set out options for "cap and trade" for power stations and similar polluters
Bush to Reduce Tours of Duty for Us Troops
Doubts about the US military's ability to fight wars on two fronts in Iraq and Afghanistan were revived today after President George Bush announced that he is to cut tours of duty for troops from 15 months to 12
Petraeus Calls for 45-day Pause in Troop Withdrawals
George Bush is almost certain to hand over the White House to the next president with well over 100,000 US troops still in Iraq
Bush Fails to Sell Missile Defence Plans in Last Meeting With Putin
Russian president still opposed to US plan for European bases although concedes 'some positive developments'
Bush Deal for Putin on Missiles
Bush holds his final meeting with Putin to patch up US's battered relationship with Russia
Bush Pledges More Troops to Afghanistan, Despite Focus on Iraq
Deployment will aid effort to fight resurgent Taliban and train local security forces
Bush Promises More Troops for Afghanistan
George Bush promises to send more troops to Afghanistan after his departure from the White House next year, whatever the status of troop withdrawals from Iraq
Solzhenitsyn Attacks Bush Over Ukraine
Russia's most celebrated living writer launches memorably waspish attack on George Bush
'How Did Bush Go From Being an Alcoholic Bum to the Most Powerful Figure in the World?'
In Oliver Stone's biopic of the President Bush, W just may stand for warts and more warts
Oliver Stone Rushes to Finish Bush Film
Script asks: 'How did an alcoholic bum become most powerful leader in world?'
Bush Urges Countries to Commit More Troops to Afghanistan
George Bush today urged other countries to send more troops to Afghanistan because he said Nato could not afford to lose its fight against the Taliban and al-Qaida
Bush-Putin Row Grows As Pact Pushes East
George Bush and Vladimir Putin on a collision course ahead of critical Nato summit in Bucharest
Bush Backs Ukraine and Georgia for Nato Membership
George Bush this morning said he "strongly supported" Ukraine's attempt to join Nato, and warned he would not allow Russia to veto its membership bid
Bush Backs Ukraine and Georgia Ahead of Nato Summit
George Bush this morning said he "strongly supported" Ukraine's attempt to join Nato, and warned he would not allow Russia to veto its membership bid
Key Points of Bush Administration's Financial Plan
Main aspects of the proposal to reorganize US financial regulatory system
After Five Years in Iraq, Bush Hails 'strategic Victory'
Five years after launching the US invasion of Iraq, President Bush today made some of his most expansive claims of success during a speech on the war
Bush: The Battle in Iraq is Noble, It is Necessary and It is Just
George Bush marks the fifth anniversary of the Iraq invasion with uncompromising speech
Bush Hopeful About Economic Rebound
President George Bush conceded today that the country "obviously is going through a tough time" but expressed confidence about recovery
A Painting Fit for a President
This is George Bush's favorite work of art. He says it's heroic and inspirational. But what does it say about him? Jonathan Jones considers its artistic merits, while four other experts give their view
Can the Us Today Really Compare With Czechoslovakia in 1975?
Tim Dowling compares the communist Czechoslovakia of 1975 to United States under George Bush
Navratilova Regains Nationality
Nine-times Wimbledon champion and American citizen since 1981 regains Czech nationality. Says she is 'ashamed' of George Bush
Poles Win Us Pledge on Missiles
President George Bush has pledged to beef up Poland's defenses against Russia in return for Warsaw agreeing to host a US base of interceptor rockets
Demob-happy Bush Makes a Song and Tap Dance of It
With end in sight, the president's normally restrained exterior begins to crack
Bush Vetoes Move to Ban Water Torture
President blocks legislation to ban CIA from applying force when interrogating terror suspects
All the President's Moves
Laura Barton on why she thinks this is President Bush's time to dance
Bush Upbeat on Peace Despite Gaza Turmoil
George Bush today clung to his belief that Israel and the Palestinians will reach a deal before he leaves office, despite a surge of violence in the region
Bush Shaken By Memorial to 800,000 Rwanda Dead
US president calls for resistance to 'violence and genocide in Darfur' after visiting mass graves in Rwanda
Bush Invokes Rwanda in Call to Stop Darfur
US president visits Kigali genocide memorial and says 'evil must be confronted'
London Bombs Justify 'torture', Says Bush
President George Bush cites July 7 bombings in London to justify his support for interrogation technique widely regarded as torture
Veneer of Normality
As George Bush visits Rwanda, Chris McGreal reflects on a country still locked in a struggle to come to terms with its past beneath the gloss of economic success
I Told You I Was Nice
George Bush's perpetual smirk has recently got smirkier. After years of being booed and hissed at, folks were finally beginning to appreciate that he is really a nice guy.
George and Laura's African Safari
George Bush touched down for the briefest of stops in the tiny west African country of Benin for the second leg of a five-nation African tour.
Watch Cricket and Learn, George
Stephen Moss: George Bush's batting shows promise, if the photographs of his net session in Islamabad are any guide. The hands are in a good position on the bat, excellent for cover driving. His stance is a little crabby - he looks like he's lining up a putt - but that can be rectified.
Bush References London Attacks to Defend Waterboarding
President George Bush cited the July 7 bombings in London to justify his support for waterboarding, an interrogation technique widely regarded as torture
George Bush: a Good Man in Africa
The US president is an unlikely hero to the poor of a continent ravaged by Aids
Bush Orders Clampdown on Flights to Us
US administration presses 27 governments of the EU to sign up to new security measures for transatlantic travel
Bush Unveils Record $3.1 Trillion Budget
Military spending to hit highest level since WWII· Plans will leave successor with spending headache
After a Lifetime With Bush, Only the Hippest Candidate Will Do
For a generation too young to remember any president but this one, he is the Anti-Bush: young, vibrant, idealistic, intelligent and - there is no getting around it - undeniably hip
After a Lifetime With Bush, Only the Hippest Candidate Will Do
For a generation too young to remember any president but this one, he is the Anti-Bush: young, vibrant, idealistic, intelligent and - there is no getting around it - undeniably hip
St. George and the Mullah
I am pretty sure that when Ahmedinejad turns towards Mecca five times a day, he includes a little prayer for George Bush.
Bush Struggles for Relevance in Last State of the Union
President overshadowed by race to chose successor attempts to reassert his primacy in American political life
Bush Opens 3m Acres of Alaskan Forest to Logging
Environmentalists say region will be devastated · Supporters claim plan will revive timber industry
Bush's Last Plea - $150bn to Save Economy
Democrats blamed for failures as president pushes for tax cut funds
Waning Bush Presses Congress to Back His Economy Package
Final State of Union address is overshadowed by primaries
State of the Union Address May Be Underscored By Bush's Fading Power
With 51 weeks left in his presidency and a personal approval rating in the low 30s, tonight will be one of George Bush's few remaining moments in the national spotlight
Mr. Bush loves his torture!
This is an article about the complete disregard for international law the Bush Administration has had during this unjust war.
Pundits in Early Rush to Judge Bush's Legacy
Now George W Bush - whose successor won't take office until January 2009 - is also suffering the indignity of having his historical legacy unfavorably examined while still having almost a year left of his second term
And So It Is....
Hard facts, and something to think about...
Can The Bush Tax Cut Work?
Can the impending economic stimulus package that the Bush administration is creating have the power to keep the US from recession? This article discusses some of the factors of the economic crisis.
Bush Plans Return Visit to Middle East
George Bush today said he planned to return to the Middle East in May to press for a peace deal as he left Israel for the next stage of his trip to the region
Bush Seeks Saudi Support for Fragile Middle East Peace Talks
Meeting with king also urges action against Iran · Hopes low as Palestinians and Israel argue key issues
Bush Fails to Gain Concessions on Settlements From Olmert
· Little progress made since Annapolis peace talks· Security forces on alert during president's visit
Tensions Remain High As Bush Arrives in Middle East
As President Bush arrives in Israel for a landmark Middle East visit, the situation on the ground remains far from hopeful
Iowa Caucuses Open
10-month contest to choose George Bush's successor in the White House sees its first voting
Republicans and Democrats Face Dead Heat on Eve of Iowa
Republican and Democratic contenders to replace George Bush in the White House go into tomorrow's first real test of public opinion with final polls showing both contests in a dead-heat.
Bush Plans New Year Visit to Middle East
The US president is to embark on a week-long tour of the Middle East from January 8 to nudge Israelis and Palestinians towards an end to their decades-long conflict and to bolster an Arab coalition against Iran.
In About Turn, Bush Signs Climate Change Bill
President George Bush, after years of holding out against proposals to combat climate change, yesterday signed into law an energy bill establishing higher fuel-economy standards for new cars and other conservation measures
Next President is Best Hope for Us Agreement
History suggests that Bush will never commit the US to any emissions target and that the best hope is to await a strong global climate deal after 2008, when a new US president takes over
Next President is Best Hope for Us Agreement
History suggests that Bush will never commit the US to any emissions target and that the best hope is to await a strong global climate deal after 2008, when a new US president takes over
Move Over, George
On a very recent state visit to France, Muammar Gaddafi traveled with an entourage of 400 in three chartered aircraft. And that was just for starters.
Waterboarding 'greenlit at Top Levels of Power'
The White House today was directly accused of authorizing the waterboarding of al-Qaida suspects, putting President George Bush at the center of a deepening controversy about the treatment of detainees.
Anger As Library Makes Exhibition of Bush
Authors of Iraq war made 'suspects' in New York· Right wing bloggers cry foul over doctored photos
Bush Makes Overtures to North Korean Leader
US president writes to Kim Jong il, who he once dismissed as a "pygmy"
Congress to Clash With Bush Over 'torture' Technique
Congress is set to clash with George Bush on the contentious practice of water boarding and other harsh interrogation techniques as it prepares legislation on intelligence funding
Bush to Visit Middle East in Push for Peace
Visit to troubled region will be first as president· Trip signals increased commitment to talks
Bush Still Sees Iran As Global Threat
President George Bush insisted today US foreign policy towards Iran would remain unchanged in spite of an American intelligence report confirming the country had halted its nuclear weapons program in 2003.
Bush: No Change in Iran Policy
George Bush today ruled out a change in Washington's Iran policy following the declassification yesterday of a US intelligence report that concluded Tehran had abandoned its nuclear weapons program in 2003.
Brown and Bush Line Up Ashdown for Role in Linking Afghan Aid and Military Effort
Gordon Brown and President George Bush are expected in the next week to bring some badly needed coordination to aid and military effort in Afghanistan by appointing Lord Ashdown as super-envoy to the country
Bush's Fight With Iran Has Been Spoilt
Simon Tisdall, world briefing: Those in the Bush administration who appeared bent on forcing a military confrontation with Tehran some time next year will now face greater difficulties in making their case
Bush Handed Blueprint to Seize Pakistan's Nuclear Arsenal
Architect of Iraq surge draws up takeover options· US fears army's Islamists might grab weapons
George the Beloved?
Defying all logic and rational explanation, it appears that George W Bush is beloved of God after all.
Cameron Seeks to Rebuild Ties With Bush
Tory leader emphasizes Atlanticist outlook· Relations were damaged during run-up to Iraq war
Bush Takes Middle East Peace Bid to White House
George Bush formally relaunched Israeli-Palestinian negotiations today, inviting Ehud Olmert and Mahmoud Abbas to meet again at the White House the morning after the Annapolis summit showcased US determination to bring peace to the Middle East, despite near-universal skepticism about the prospects
Bush Presides Over Relaunch of Middle East Peace Talks
US president invites Ehud Olmert and Mahmoud Abbas to White House to begin first negotiations in seven years
Propescts Doubtful As Middle East Peace Talks Resume
George Bush to preside over formal relaunch of Israeli-Palestinian peace talks
Rhetoric Crashes Into Reality at Annapolis
George Bush told the Annapolis summit today that a battle was under way for the future of the Middle East as events on the ground underlined the huge task ahead as Israeli-Palestinian peace talks were relaunched after seven years.
'Peace There Won't Be, But You Look Well'
'We're off to a strong start,' George Bush quipped at the end of his opening speech to the conference, but he mangled Mahmoud Abbas' first name and fumbled a handshake between the Palestinian president and Israel's prime minister, Ehud Olmert
Rhetoric and Reality: Bush's Battle for the Future of the Middle East
Israel-Palestine talks start again after seven years · US intervention key to success, say analysts
Bush 'optimistic' About Middle East Conference
George Bush today expressed optimism about peace in the Middle East as he sought to persuade Ehud Olmert and Mahmoud Abbas to agree a joint statement of principles before the Annapolis conference
Bush Commits Troops to Iraq for the Long Term
· Deal to provide mandate for military beyond 2008· US oil companies likely to benefit from proposals
Bush Wins Crucial Saudi Support for First Israeli-palestinian Peace Talks in Seven Years
· Syria also likely to attend Annapolis conference · Few on any side expect agreement on tough issues
Remaking the World the Neocon Way
In the wake of the Bush travesties, we confront a solemn choice. If we continue on the Neocon path, the path of obsession and fear, a path that yields all guarantees of liberty to all promises of security, we will soon enough face the same sort of society we now see unfolding in Pakistan. A Jazzman Chronicle by Jack Random.
A Post-bush America is Not About to Fall at Europe's Feet
Martin Kettle: The prospect of a more pliable US is largely an illusion. EU states must make some very serious, existential choices.
Bush Puts Pressure on Pakistani President As Bhutto Issues March Ultimatum
· US tells Musharraf to quit army and hold vote· Opposition threatens mass rally to capital
Bush's Plan to Spend Away the Terror
World briefing: Planned US spending on the "global war on terror" is set to rise sharply in the coming year despite claims by President George Bush that al-Qaida is on the run in Iraq, says Simon Tisdall.
Is World War III Imminent?
Like some old prophet of doom, George Bush warned his fellow Americans that not doing ‘something’ about Iran soon bears the imminent threat of setting off World War III.
Congress Rejects Bush's Plea on Armenian Killings
Congress rejected a plea by the Bush administration yesterday over a resolution officially recognizing as genocide the deportation and massacre of Armenians in the last days of the Ottoman empire.
Bush Reels As Armenian Genocide Vote Passed
Congress today rejected a plea by the White House over a resolution officially recognizing as genocide the forced deportation and massacre of Armenians in the last days of the Ottoman empire.
Bush Tries to Halt Execution of Convicted Killer in Texas
President George Bush, who signed the death warrant for 152 prisoners as governor of Texas, this week faces a rare challenge from his home state.
PM Using Troop Pullout to Distance Himself From Bush, Iran Claims
Tehran welcomes cut in numbers in southern Iraq· Media claim Brown trying to boost election chances
Bush Vetoes Child Health Cover
George Bush yesterday used his presidential veto for only the fourth time in seven years to block legislation that would have given health insurance to millions of poor American children.
South America Embraces Bush's Arch Enemy
· Ahmadinejad signs energy deals during regional tour· Venezuela and Bolivia back Iran's nuclear plans
Europeans Angry After Bush Climate Speech 'charade'
· US isolated as China and India refuse to back policy · President claims he can lead world on emissions
Rice Defends Bush's Un Climate Talks
The US secretary of state, Condoleezza Rice, yesterday defended President George Bush's climate change conference in Washington against accusations that it was a spoiler intended to undermine UN efforts to secure a global compromise.
Diplomats Accuse Bush of Attempting to Derail Un Climate Conference
President goes ahead with own environment meeting·Fear that US will again reject limit on emissions
US Invites Syria to Peace Talks
President George Bush today embarked on a round of talks to push attendance at a US-sponsored Middle East peace conference.
Drifting From Promise of Independence
Little more than three months after George Bush backed the goal of Kosovan independence, the province's hopes appear to be fading. Mark Tran looks at what has changed.
Don't Trust Bush On Iran
Bush has shown himself to be utterly cynical and self-serving when it comes to playing the war card, no matter what the price. I doubt if he could get the support required from Congress to stage an attack on Iran, but it’s entirely possible he may seek a casus beli ... attempt to provoke Iran in order to justify military action.
Bush Rallies Troops to Avert Revolt in Congress
President George Bush and vice-president Dick Cheney yesterday visited troops at US military bases in a public relations roadshow intended to stay a revolt in Congress against an "enduring relationship" with Iraq.
'You've Gotta Think, Think Big'
Robert Draper was granted extraordinary access when he was writing his book about US president George Bush. And the details he reveals - such as the strict routines and obsessive excercise - are now the talk of Washington. Ed Pilkington meets the author.
Bush Appeal Undercut By Killing of Sunni Ally
· President tells US public troops must stay for years· Al-Qaida bomb ends showcase success story
Bush's 'beacon of Hope' Killed
Iraqi sheikh led local clans to side with US against insurgents.
Bush to Announce Limited Troop Pullout After Petraeus Tells Congress the End is Not in Sight
· Advisers criticize strategy on 6th anniversary of 9/11· President to signal cut in numbers to pre-surge level
You Gotta Love Duh Bushman
You may not agree with George Bush’s policies, but there is no denying that the man provides solid entertainment value. At the recent Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Sydney, Australia, the Bushman gave a stellar performance.
Enter Stage Right
Leader: George Bush cuts a lonely figure in Washington these days. But, in a system where individuals count for more than parties, that need not be a bar on another Republican winning the race to succeed him next year.
Bush Offers North Korea a Deal to End the World's Oldest Cold War
· South Korea's president forces promise at summit · Kim Jong-il told to give up nuclear program
Comedy Team Breach Apec Security
A satirical TV show caused a security alert after coming within yards of George Bush's hotel at a conference in Australia. By John Plunkett.
Bush Did Know of Plan to Disband Iraqi Army
· Bremer fury at president's recollection of events· Released letters show relaxed approach
Bremer Refutes Bush's Accusations Over Iraqi Army
Paul Bremer, America's former proconsul in Baghdad, today defended his reputation against comments from President George Bush that the official had acted on his own accord in committing one of the most calamitous mistakes of the Iraq war.
Bush and 'a-team' Savour Rare Success on the Ground
President George Bush paid a surprise visit to a US military base in Iraq yesterday.
Bush's Great Ambition: Wealthy Boredom
· President tells of regrets in office and retirement plans· Dead Certain author given rare vision of private life
Bush Defends Uk Basra Pullout
· Britain alarmed by critics in US administration · Ministers deny mission in southern Iraq has failed.
Stone Plans Ahmadinejad the Movie
One minute, he's denouncing George Bush, the next he's accepting an invitation for a biopic from Oliver Stone. No one can accuse Mahmoud Ahmadinejad of leading a dull life.
Pectoral George
It is no secret that George Bush enjoys being President. So maybe it was time for Georgie boy to do a shirtless photo op.
Republican Senator Urges Bush to Start Iraq Exit By Christmas
Republican senator urges Bush to start Iraq exit by Christmas
Bush: There Will Be No Pullout From Iraq While I'm President
President George Bush sought to buy more time for his Iraq "surge" strategy yesterday by making a risky comparison for the first time with the bloodshed and chaos that followed the US pullout from Vietnam.
Bush is Now the Embarrassing Uncle the Republicans Just Can't Hide
Gary Younge: With the departure of Karl Rove, the stench of failure hangs over the president - and his party wants to ignore the smell.
Bush's Brain Drain
Leader: Mr Rove is not a conservative to rank alongside Bismarck, but yesterday's announcement that he will step down from the Bush administration at the end of this month is nevertheless a dropping-the-pilot moment.
'Bush's Brain' Goes Off to Spend More Time With His Family, Ending Era at Center of Us Politics
· Karl Rove's high ambition for Republicans in tatters · Democrats vow to pursue retired strategy adviser
Bush Backs Iraqi Government
US president insists country's leaders are making progress.
US Would Kill Bin Laden in Pakistan, Says Bush
· President refuses to say he would first ask Musharraf · Talks with Karzai expose anger over al-Qaida haven
Bush Signs Controversial Surveillance Bill
US intelligence agencies will no longer need warrant to eavesdrop on US citizens' international phone calls and emails.
Bush Promises Swift Action on Bridge
George W Bush has pledged that the Minneapolis freeway bridge that collapsed during last Wednesday's rush hour will be rebuilt quickly, after visiting the site of the tragedy.
Brown Stresses Shared Values in Talks With Bush and Makes His Case on Troops in Iraq
· PM says decision depends on British commanders · President praises UK's new leader as 'principled man'
An Evening With Bush - But Not Cheney
For those planning Gordon Brown's first trip to Washington as prime minister, there were all sorts of tricky issues: Iraq pull-out, European missile defence, climate change ... and where to stay.
Bush Now Must Lay Out the Least Worst Options for Iraq
Martin Kettle: The surge is not working, yet full-scale withdrawal would be protracted and bloody. The search is on for a compromise.
Congress Delivers Blow to Bush's European Missile Project By Slashing Funding
· Bipartisan committee cuts overall defence spending · President may be reluctant to use legislative veto
End Inhumane Interrogation, Bush Tells Cia
George Bush yesterday moved to counter criticism of US methods in the treatment of terror suspects when he issued an executive order bringing CIA agents back into compliance with the Geneva convention.
Bush Colonoscopy Leaves Cheney in Charge
US president will undergo routine medical check at Camp David tomorrow.
Bush Middle East Plan Starts to Unravel
George Bush yesterday encountered the weakest of welcomes for his call for an international peace conference on the Middle East.
Cheney Pushes Bush to Act on Iran
Military solution back in favor as Rice loses out - President 'not prepared to leave conflict unresolved'
Senior Republicans Challenge Bush on Withdrawal of Troops
The pressure on President George Bush over Iraq intensified yesterday, when two senior Republican senators put forward a bill challenging his Iraq strategy and setting out a route for withdrawal of US troops.
House Votes to Recall Us Troops From Iraq
The division between President George Bush and Congress over the Iraq war hardened today as the House of Representatives again voted to withdraw most US combat troops from Iraq by April 1.
House Vote to Withdraw Adds to Pressure on Republicans
The division between President George Bush and Congress over the Iraq war hardened yesterday as the House of Representatives again voted to withdraw most US combat troops from Iraq by April 1.
Who Will We Hate In 2009?
Bush-bashing has become a national pastime in America. What will Americans do when they don’t have George Bush to kick around anymore? Who will the liberals hate in 2009?
Bush Holds Strong on Iraq Despite Damning Report
President George Bush insisted today that he had a winning strategy in Iraq even as a White House report said the Iraqi government had failed in its efforts to stem violence and bring about reconciliation.
Iraq War Policy Failing, Says Official Report
President George Bush insisted yesterday that he had a winning strategy in Iraq even as a White House report said the Iraqi government had failed in its efforts to stem violence and bring about reconciliation.
Bush Rejects Republican Protests on Iraq
The US president was set for a collision with his own Republican party today after ignoring demands for a new Iraq strategy that would bring US troops home.
Bush Faces Down Own Party As Discontent Over Iraq Deepens
Too early to judge success of surge, says president - But revolt continues as more senators break ranks
Embattled Bush Seeks to Shore Up Iraq Support
President to outline what US officials have described as his 'post-surge' strategy.
Republican Revolt Prompts Bush to Rethink Surge
Drop in support on Capitol Hill forces White House to bring forward review.
Weekend of Death Dents Bush's Hopes of Turning Tide in Iraq
Second worst attack since invasion claims 150 lives - Critics plan no-confidence vote in Baghdad regime
Congress and Libby Give Bush the Birthday Blues
President George Bush turned 61 today but he did not have much to celebrate at the end of a week, in which his isolation and crumbling support has been exposed as never before.
Lonely and Lame, Bush Agonises Over Legacy
President avoids limelight after Libby backlash - Republican ally withdraws support over Iraq
Senator Specter Fights for Constitution
With his signing statements President George W. Bush has been pissing on the U.S. Constitution and Senator Specter wants to stop it.
Congress Ready to Obstruct Bush Missile Plan
President George Bush's controversial proposal to establish a new missile defence system in eastern Europe could be scuppered next week, when Congress votes to block funding for the project.
Senate Threatens Bush Missile Plan
Vote would block funds for eastern Europe project - Committee says system too costly and untested
PATRIOTIC SHAME: An Independence Day Reflection
We have become a nation that embraces the facade of freedom, justice and democracy even as our elected leaders and their judicial appointees betray those core principles at every conceivable turn. A Jazzman Chronicle by Jack Random.
Saved From Prison By Bush's Favour: the White House Aide Who Lied to a Grand Jury
Rightwing pressure wins commutation for Scooter - Democrats say president has trampled on the law
Slow Progress at Bush-putin Talks
The New England summit between presidents George Bush and Vladimir Putin ended today without any significant breakthrough on the divisive issues that have brought relations between the two to the lowest point since the Cold War.
Bush Steps in to Save Libby From Prison
President George Bush created a political firestorm yesterday by intervening to stop the disgraced White House aide, Lewis 'Scooter' Libby, from going to jail.
Putin and Bush Hold Rapid Meeting to Mend Relations
President George Bush last night welcomed his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, to his summer retreat in Kennebunkport, Maine, at the start of an encounter of less than 24 hours designed to patch up deteriorating relations between the two powers.
Brown Must Seize the Day - and Break With Bush Now
The new man in No 10 was a fervent supporter of the war. The only way to signal a fresh start is by taking Britain out of Iraq. By Jonathan Steele
Republican Senators Attack Bush Over Iraq Troop Surge
One of America's most influential Republicans rounded on George Bush over Iraq yesterday, saying the "surge" begun in February had little chance of success.
Top Republican Senator Attacks Bush Over Us Forces in Iraq
One of the most influential Republican senators in the US rounded on President George Bush over Iraq yesterday, saying the military surge begun in February has little chance of success.
Ice-cream for Xmas, Mrs Bush?
There may be 180-odd shopping days still to go, but that didn't stop George Bush from getting in a festive mood, on camera at least, at one of the more bizarre spectacles he can have been involved with during his presidency.
Political Attention Deficit Disorder – New Psychiatric Condition
Perhaps George W. Bush is not evil, but just suffers from a newly identified psychiatric condition.
The History of George W. Bush
Whether you like him or not, George W. Bush has had quite a political background. This article provides a brief overview of the political history of the 43rd President of the United States of America.
Bush using Darfur, Aids to salvage failed Presidency
Now that his legacy seems headed to the dustbin, and amidst intense pleading by the International community -- Bush suddenly cares? Do I think Bush is a bigot. No. I think he is part of a predatory, lying, devious and hypocritical system, an elitist system of government that doesn't really care about the poor, and whenever they seem to do, it is always with debilitating strings attached.
Neocons Pressure Bush As Libby Sent to Jail
President George Bush today faced renewed calls from conservatives to pardon Lewis "Scooter" Libby, the former White House aide, after a federal judge ordered him to report to prison, to begin serving a 30-month sentence.
Bush Put Under Pressure to Save Aide From Jail
George Bush faces pressure from conservatives to pardon Lewis "Scooter" Libby, after a federal judge ordered the former White House aide to report to jail to serve a 30-month sentence.
A Tale of Two Cities
Am I the only one seeing a pattern between what’s happening with Iran and Iraq? Have George Bush’s visions of Napoleonic conquests not been satiated yet? Is he determined to go out in a blaze of glory?
Bush Gets Animated in New Tv Satire
The transformation of president George Bush into a cartoon character proved to be relatively easy. His short, simplistic and often confused statements helped.
Satirist Draws From Life for New Bush Cartoon
President portrayed as troublesome small child - Critics attack TV show as obvious and crude
Bush Loses Track of Timepiece
What was meant to be the crowning moment of George Bush's trip to Europe for the G8 summit has been spoiled by an ordinary thief.
Oh! To Be In Albania...
George Bush was having this wonderful dream. He was in this wonderland, where his approval rating was a solid 100 percent.
Bush Insists Kosovo Must Be Independent and Receives Hero's Welcome in Albania
Thousands pay tribute to US president in Tirana - Putin refuses to withdraw backing for Serbs at UN
Globalization Protesters Riot in Rome
Riot police used tear gas last night against demonstrators who donned face masks and threw bottles, smoke bombs and other objects after President George Bush's first meeting with the Pope in Rome.
Immigration Reforms Shot Down By Senate
President George Bush's proposed reform of America's crisis-hit immigration system was in tatters today after a comprehensive defeat in the Senate.
Isolated Bush Sees Divisive Immigration Bill Killed Off
President George Bush's proposed reform of the US's crisis-hit immigration system, intended to be the administration's lasting legacy, was in tatters yesterday.
Turns out Pres. Bush CAN Learn From Past Mistakes
Pres. Bush and the members of his administration are notorious for not being interested in history. As a result, they continually make the same mistakes that have been made in the past. There is one arena in which they have learned from the mistakes of the past, however: if you don't control the media coverage of war, the truth may eventually slip out.
Gay Groups Attack Nominee for Top Us Doctor
President George Bush's choice for surgeon general, America's chief physician, faced widespread opposition today after it emerged he argued that gay sex is unnatural and may lead to injuries and illness.
Bush Agrees to Co2 Cut, With Strings Attached
US will consider deal to cut emissions by 50% - China and India must be included, says president
Bush-bashing Dominates Republican Debate
Republican candidates in the 2008 presidential race today sharply criticized George Bush for being a vote-loser, during a live televised debate.
Backlash Provoked By Bush Democracy Campaign
President rebukes Putin for 'derailing' reform - Iraq war has undercut trust in western values
Bush and Putin to Face Off Over Missiles
President George Bush flew to Europe to confront Vladimir Putin today over US plans to base a new missile defence system in former Russian satellite countries.
Bush Calls for Release of Americans Held in Iran
President George Bush yesterday demanded the release of four Americans being detained in Iran, opening up yet another area of dispute on a day of feverish speculation that elements within the administration were pushing for military action against Tehran.
Putin to Visit Bush Family Home
President George Bush has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to his family summer compound at Kennebunkport in Maine, in an attempt to resolve the row over the US plan to base a new missile defense system in eastern Europe.
Bush Orders Darfur Sanctions After Grassroots Pressure
Move designed to pre-empt G8 summit - Campaigners claim curbs are too little, too late
Bush Swings Behind a Softer Stance on Iran
The US and Iran will begin a round of critical high-level talks tomorrow, in a rare engagement between the two states, which broke off diplomatic relations in 1979 after the Islamic Revolution.
Bush May Turn to Un in Search for Iraq Solution
If troop surge fails, strategy is to involve other nations under UN umbrella.
Bush Presidency Worst in History, Says Carter
Blair attacked as 'loyal, blind and subservient' - Iraq reversed US's basic values, says former leader
Bush Expresses 'regret' Over Wolfowitz Saga
Members of the World Bank's governing board are negotiating directly with Paul Wolfowitz's lawyers in a bid to terminate his reign as president and end the increasingly bitter controversy.
Bush Reels in 11 Fishing Rods Among Year's Gifts
Spare the rod. George Bush has received at least 11 fishing rods and reels as gifts during his presidency and several sets of golf clubs, according to financial disclosure forms released by the White House.
Bush Loyalist 'pressured Ailing Official'
Alberto Gonzales, the George Bush loyalist at the center of a row over political interference in the judiciary, once staged a late night visit to an administration official in an intensive care unit to pressure him into supporting a controversial wiretapping program, it emerged yesterday.
Bush Doesn't Want Detente. He Wants to Attack Iran
The US has swept aside repeated overtures from Tehran. Is it any wonder if the Islamic Republic now wants the bomb? By Alain Gresh
Democrats Vote to Cut Off Iraq War Funds Beyond July
President George Bush today came under renewed pressure on Iraq after Democrats moved to cut off funding for the war beyond mid-July.
Republicans Warn Bush of Us Fatigue Over Iraq War
September make or break date, White House told - President pleads for more time for surge plan to work
Pressure on Bush to Help Military Families Fighting on Two Fronts
Work and family strains add to stress of war zone - Veterans demand more legislative protection
Bush Tested By Royal Etiquette and a White Tie
Americans have greeted the Queen with respectful curiosity, reports Suzanne Goldenberg in Louisville, Kentucky.
Bush Seeks Compromise on Iraq Bill
Pressure to reach funding deal after president vetoes legislation setting withdrawal date.
Bush Vetoes Democrats' Attempt to Set Timetable for Withdrawal of American Troops From Iraq
President says naming a date would help enemy - Conflict in Congress reaches new pitch
Bush Set to Veto Bill on Iraq Withdrawal
President George Bush is set today to veto a bill that would bring in a timetable to begin withdrawing US troops from Iraq in October and have most of them out by next spring.
Bush Boogies on the White House Lawn
George Bush has finally given a response to the age-old question: can the president really dance?
Blow to Bush As Top Us Commander Warns of Worse to Come in Iraq
Democrat resolve stiffened in battle over funding - Senate backs plans for early troop withdrawal.
Bush's War at Home
World Briefing: Even as George Bush's Baghdad surgers pursue displaced Sunni insurgents into northern Diyala and Salahuddin provinces, ever more vicious guerrilla warfare is roiling the home front, writes Simon Tisdall.
Bush's 'war on Terror' Phrase Helps Terrorists, Minister Warns
President George Bush's 'war on terror' rhetoric has strengthened terrorist groups by helping them to create a shared identity, the development secretary, Hilary Benn, warned yesterday.
Bush Struggles to Find War Tsar to Oversee Iraq and Afghanistan
Three retired generals approached by the White House about a new high-profile post overseeing the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and reporting directly to the president have rejected the proposed post, leaving the administration struggling to find anyone of stature willing to take it on.
Bush Launches Overhaul of Immigration
President George Bush yesterday used a visit to an Arizona border town to try to win over conservatives to a plan for an overhaul of America's immigration laws.
Bush Official Resigns in Gonzales Row
A Bush administration official believed to have played a pivotal role in the scandal over sacked prosecutors resigned yesterday, further ratcheting up the pressure on the attorney general, Alberto Gonzales, to stand down. In a three-line statement, Monica Goodling, a senior adviser to Mr Gonzales and the justice department's conduit to the White House, gave no reason for her decision.
Pelosi Challenges Bush Policy By Visiting Syria
House speaker holds talks with President Assad - Peace message from Israeli PM relayed to Damascus
Pelosi's Olive Branch to Syria Angers Bush
The speaker of the US House of Representatives today met Syrian government officials in Damascus in the latest Democratic challenge to the Bush administration.
Bush Confronts Congress Over $100bn War Chest
President says troops' families will pay price - Obama urges 'responsible end' to war in Iraq
Bush Under Pressure After Senate Vote
Congress put the squeeze on George Bush over Iraq yesterday when the Senate voted in favour of a war funding bill that calls for withdrawal of US troops next year.
Bush Rejects Congress Timetable for Iraq Retreat
Funding for troops may be cut from mid-April - Failure will endanger US mainland, says president
NY Police Spied on Anti-bush Protesters
Undercover New York police officers spent more than a year spying on would-be protesters ahead of the 2004 Republican national convention, monitoring church groups and street theatre troupes which had no intention of breaking the law, it was reported yesterday.
Bush Warns of Veto After Vote for Iraq Withdrawal
The US House of Representatives voted yesterday for legislation that sets a deadline of September 1 next year for bringing home American troops from Iraq.
Bush Aides Called to Testify Over Prosecutor Sackings
Congressional Democrats today set up a showdown with the White House as a panel approved subpoenas for George Bush's top political adviser and other White House aides, over the firings of eight prosecutors.
Bush Phone Call Fails to Defuse Pressure on Gonzales to Resign
Cross-party attack on attorney general -Power struggle centres on firing of prosecutors
Bush Says Iraq Presence Vital for Us Safety
Leaving Iraq now would have devastating consequences for US security George Bush warned today, on the fourth anniversary of the start of the attack on Iraq.
Bush Pleads With Us Public to Stand Firm Over Iraq War
George Bush called on the American public to show patience yesterday as the Iraq war went into its fifth year, with millions displaced, basic facilities such as electricity still patchy and record levels of violence.
Bush and Blair Threaten New Sudan Sanctions
US to block transactions involving dollars - Bashir asks to renegotiate deal on peacekeepers
Anti-Bush Protesters Clash With Mexican Police
The US president, George Bush, is due to address the Mexican people today following a night of unrest in which hundreds of demonstrators clashed with riot police at the US embassy in Mexico City.
Big Chief Bad Medicine
The Great White Chief has come to smoke the peace pipe with the native Indians; only it has left a bad taste in their mouths. George Bush’s ‘winning hearts and minds’ tour of Latin America isn’t turning out quite the way he had in mind.
Bush Left With Little to Show From Tour of Latin America
President George Bush is due to wrap up his tour of Latin America this morning with little to show for his six-day swing through the region.
EVIL SPIRITS: Bush in Latin America
As President George W. Bush completes his sweeping farewell tour of Latin America, Mayan Spirit Guides vowed to cleanse their sacred lands of the evil spirits that accompanied him.
White House Considered Sacking All Us Attorneys
George Bush's administration today faced further embarrassment after it emerged that it wanted to sack all 93 US attorneys at the start of the president's second term.
US Tries to Stop Chávez Stealing Bush's Thunder
George Bush was visiting a farm cooperative and ancient temple in Guatemala today as US officials tried to stop a five-nation South American trip becoming a de facto showdown between the president and his fierce critic Hugo Chávez, the Venezuelan president.
Pessimistic Pentagon Studies Fallback Options in Iraq
The Pentagon is actively considering a series of fallback positions for Iraq in the event that President George Bush's plan of expanding the US military presence fails.
Bush Asks Congress for Even More Iraq Troops
President George Bush has asked Congress for an extra 8,000 troops for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, on top of the 21,500 reinforcements announced two months ago.
Bush Strikes Fuel Deal Amid Violent Protests
George Bush hailed a new fuel deal signed today in Brazil where he is on the first leg of his Latin America tour - while Hugo Chávez continued his attacks on the US president.
Bush Faces Protests and Tight Security
President seeks to counter leftwing administrations - US accused of not paying attention to neighbours
A Dark Underbelly of Mass Graves and Electoral Fraud
Congress is questioning a Latin American policy that has left George Bush with a best friend who is a major embarrassment. By Isabel Hilton
Bush Heads for Latin America to Counter Appeal of Chávez
President George Bush yesterday promised a series of US-financed measures to help Latin America's poor, in a belated effort to try to combat the growing influence over the continent of the Venezualan president, Hugo Chávez, and other leftwing leaders.
Bush Joins Outcry in Military Hospital Scandal
As the row over filthy conditions at a top US military ward cost two army chiefs their jobs, the President vows to help veterans.
The Bush Conversion: How the President Saw the Light and Changed Foreign Policy
Aggressive - and ineffective - approach abandoned in favour of diplomacy.
US Accused of Drawing Up Plan to Bomb Iran
President George Bush has charged the Pentagon with devising an expanded bombing plan for Iran that can be carried out at 24 hours' notice, it was reported yesterday.
Bush Could Back Zambia in Battle Against Vulture Fund
President Bush could come to the aid of Zambia against a so-called "vulture" fund demanding millions of dollars in debt payments.
Once George Bush Has Got Hold of a Bad Idea He Just Can't Let It Go
We watch plans for an attack on Iran unfold even as the official narrative for the run-up to the Iraq war unravels. By Gary Younge
Congress Sends Rebuke to Bush Over Iraq Troop Surge
Seventeen Republicans vote against president - White House warning over taking protest further
Bush Deploys 3,000 Extra Troops to Afghanistan to Take on Taliban
George Bush said yesterday he had ordered 3,200 extra US troops to Afghanistan in expectation of a spring offensive against a resurgent Taliban and he urged European allies to make a similar effort.
Bush Retreats on Claim That Leaders in Tehran Are Arming Insurgents
But elite Quds force is involved, president says - Washington agrees to allow in more refugees
Bush Asks Congress to Boost War Chest
George Bush today asked Congress for a further $100bn (£51bn) in military spending for Iraq and Afghanistan as the White House laid out the financial burden of war.
Bush Slashes Aid to Poor to Boost Iraq War Chest
Bill for Iraq conflict will soon overtake Vietnam - $78bn squeeze on medical care for elderly and poor.
Intelligence Report Tells Bush Conflict is 'civil War'
The US intelligence services yesterday admitted for the first time that the violence in Iraq constituted a "civil war".
Senate Corners Bush Over Troop Increase
George Bush today was facing further political isolation over his policy on Iraq after top Senate Democrats and Republicans agreed on a provisional resolution opposing a troop increase.
University Goes to War on Bush Legacy
Protests grow over plan for library and thinktank in honour of president.
Healthy Political Faith and Dissent
Dissidents exist because placing faith in mainstream politicians is as delusional as George W. Bush believing that sending more American soldiers into the Iraq cauldron is justified. It flies in the face of reality, experience and sanity. The great paradox is that so many people still desperately place faith in politicians. There are better things to place your political faith in.
US Threatens Firm Response to Iranian Meddling in Iraq
Tension between the United States and Iran rose sharply yesterday when president George Bush warned Tehran that America would respond 'firmly' if Tehran stepped up its alleged involvement in violence in Iraq.
The Big Afghanistan Push Comes to Shove
Overshadowed by President George Bush's controversial, last-chance bid to salvage American honour in Iraq, the US is mounting a parallel military and reconstruction "surge" in Afghanistan ahead of an anticipated Taliban spring offensive. By Simon Tisdall
Bush Sanctions Force Against Iranian Agents
The US today raised the stakes with Iran as the White House confirmed that George Bush had authorised US forces to take whatever actions were needed against Iranian agents in Iraq.
Bush to Pump Another $8bn Into Afghanistan
Change of strategy aimed at holding back Taliban - Cash to bolster Afghan army and reconstruction
State of the Union: Grave and Delusional
In his latest State of the Union address, President George W. Bush declared, "Our state of the union is strong and our cause in the world is right." Sadly, the president remains in a state of delusion.
Failure to Judge Mood Leaves President Isolated
In the signature phrase from his state of the union address, President George Bush asked for one last chance to turn around events in Iraq. By yesterday morning, however, it became clear that chance was gone.
Senators Reject Bush Plea for Time on Iraq
Democrats and Republican senators yesterday rebuffed George Bush's state of the union appeal to be given more time on Iraq, and pressed ahead with a resolution condemning his proposed 21,500 US troop increase.
Bush's Call for Consensus Fails to Bridge Divide Over Iraq
The extent to which the Iraq war has divided the US was fully exposed early today when George Bush appealed in his annual state of the union address for more time to turn the conflict round.
The Bushes And The Kennedys
A poem about political power…
Home-grown Crops the Answer to Our Addiction to Oil, Bush Tells Americans
President outlines plans to cut petrol consumption - Ethanol and other biofuels central to energy initiative
'Lame Duck' Bush Faces Struggle to Push Through New Agenda
State of Union address to focus on domestic plans - Polls show support still falling over Iraq
Republican Rebels Defy Bush Line
The Republican leadership was struggling to maintain a united front with the White House on the Iraq war yesterday after two leading senators broke ranks to vote against the proposed troop increase.
Courts Not Fit to Rule on Security, Says Bush Lawyer
The Bush administration's most senior legal official said today that US courts were not fit to make decisions on national security and should show deference to the White House.
Bush: Saddam Execution Looked Like Revenge Killing
Tensions between the White House and the Iraqi government resurfaced today as the US president, George Bush, criticised the manner of Saddam Hussein's execution.
Bush Admits Past Mistakes As Row With Tehran Grows Over Arrest of 'diplomats'
Iran demands release of five men held in Kurdistan - White House vows to deal with foreign interference
Bush to America: War!
After two months of silent deliberations, the president's address to the nation did not represent a new strategy. It is a barely discernible rephrasing of the same old lines and a prescription for horrors beyond anything we have yet contemplated.
After the Surge ... What Next?
President Bush, under fire for sending 20,000 extra troops into Iraq, is now ready to target Iran for the chaos in Baghdad and beyond.
Bush Battles to Shore Up Support for Iraq Troops Surge Plan
President George Bush has invited the Republican congressional leadership to his Camp David retreat this weekend to shore up political support ahead of a potentially epic constitutional clash over his Iraq troop increase.
President Grasps at Duo's Promise of Victory in Iraq
In the days before Christmas, soon after the Iraq Study Group delivered a report that was essentially a repudiation of George Bush's presidency, the White House invited a retired army vice-chief of staff, General Jack Keane, and four other outside advisers to give a briefing on the war.
Bush Iraq Troops 'surge' Fails to Impress Arab Allies
With the shrapnel of war flying outward from Iraq, even the US's Arab allies are greeting news of Bush's troop 'surge' with gloomy silence, writes Ian Black.
Bush Calls in Aides to Sell Strategy to Hostile Nation
Republicans are among fiercest Congress critics - President accused of failing to consult on policy
Limited Effect on British Plans
Tony Blair's government voiced its support for President Bush's surge in Iraq even though it left the two allies moving in opposite directions for the first time: the US is pouring more resources in, while Britain hopes to withdraw a significant number of troops by early summer.
Isolated Bush Faces Rebellion Over Iraq
Congress to reject plan - Public against extra troops
President's Back-up Plan: Blame Iran
World Briefing: The aim now is to roll back Iranian influence wherever possible - despite the probably negative reaction that might produce among Iraq's majority Shia population, says Simon Tisdall
Reaction to Bush's Speech on Iraq
US reaction to George Bush's speech outlining a new strategy for Iraq.
Bush Gambles on New Troops for Iraq
George Bush this morning ordered 21,500 more US troops to Iraq to try to quell sectarian violence, but promised a war-weary public that "America's commitment is not open-ended".
Bush's Last Stand: Stability in Iraq, Credibility in Us
Both sides of Congress uneasy over troop surge - Democratic Iraq will not be perfect, Americans told
Bush to Address Us on New Iraq Strategy
The first wave of additional US troops is set to arrive in Iraq at the end of the month, it was reported today, with George Bush scheduled to lay out his "new strategy" for the conflict in a televised address tonight.
New Deployment Marks Last Throw of Dice for Bush
President gambles on new troops to stabilise Iraq - US forces to focus efforts on Shia death squads
Bush's Revised Iraq Strategy
Bush's revised Iraq strategy is short on new ideas. If it fails he will be more a dead duck than a lame one, writes Simon Tisdall.
Like a Deluded Compulsive Gambler, Bush is Fuelling a New Cold War
With air strikes on Somalia and a surge in troops in Iraq, he is staking everything on a finale he can call victory. By Jonathan Freedland
Bush Hits New Low on Eve of Crucial Speech
George Bush's public approval ratings hit a new low yesterday as Democratic opposition to his planned US troop increase for Iraq rapidly gained momentum.
Bush $1bn Jobs Plan to Draw Iraqis Into Fold
Officials running scheme will work under US army - Kurdish units to help quell sectarian strife in Baghdad
The Legacy of George W. Bush
When the history of this president is written, will it be the legacy of a proud leader who held on to his principles when all others abandoned him or the story of a stubborn man who refused to accept defeat?
30,000 More Us Troops for Iraq
President set for showdown with Democrats as he pours in more soldiers as part of a crackdown against insurgents and the largely Shia death squads.
Surge in Iraq will deepen Quagmire
President Bush doesn't learn from history...
Bush Shuffles Diplomats and Generals Ahead of Last Big Push for Victory
Top brass and ambassador changed before expected extra troop deployment of 9,000.
Bush Poised to Name New Iraq Commander
George Bush is set to appoint Lieutenant General David Petraeus as the top US commander in Iraq, it was reported today.
Iraqi Prime Minister Says He Wants to Quit Office
The embattled leader, Nouri al-Maliki, has said he no longer wants to be prime minister of Iraq, underlining the US's loss of control over events just as President George Bush is poised to announce his new strategy on the war.
Democrats to Go on Offensive As New Congress Convenes
President George Bush, who for nearly four years had a free hand in decision-making over the war in Iraq, faces a series of concerted challenges starting from tomorrow from a newly installed and assertive Democratic Congress.
Bush: Execution is a Milestone
The US president, George Bush, today described Saddam Hussein's execution as a milestone on Iraq's road to democracy, but warned it would not halt the bloodshed and political discord splitting the country.
Ford Attacks Bush Over Iraq Invasion in Message From Beyond the Grave
Ex-president's views kept secret until after his death - Summit hint that more troops will be sent to war
Bush Leads Tributes After Ford Dies at 93
Former president lauded as force for reconciliation - Leadership forever associated with Watergate
Bush May Boost Iraq Troops By 20,000
The President is likely to bow to a request for five more brigades as attacks rise to 1,000 a week.
Bush Plans Bigger Army Amid Fear of New Iraq Deployment
30,000 more troops may be sent to quell violence - Pentagon wants $100bn more for twin campaigns
Bush Defies Commanders By Bolstering Troops
Iraqi vice-president claims US president "brainwashed" Tony Blair into playing along.
The Albatross in the Room: George W. Bush
The way forward in the Iraq War does not run through the White House; it runs around it. It begins by recognizing the albatross in the room. The problem is the president and the nation cannot afford to wait for the next election.
Bush Accused of Gagging Critic of Iran Policy
The White House yesterday faced fresh accusations of tailoring intelligence to suit its political viewpoint from a former CIA analyst barred from publishing a critical newspaper commentary on American policy towards Iran.
Six Years later – A Failed Presidency
History will show George Bush to be a "Failed President".
Bush Likely to Reject Study Group Call for Withdrawal From Iraq
Talks ruled out as more troops set to be sent in - Army chief warns force could break under strain
Bush Postpones Iraq Strategy Announcement
The US president, George Bush, has delayed a major announcement on US policy in Iraq, it was reported today.
Bush: Victory Still Important in Iraq
A defiant George Bush today said he and Tony Blair agreed that "victory" in Iraq was important, just one day after the Iraq Study Group delivered a withering critique of his current policy.
Baker's Predictable Plan is What Bush is Already Doing
Given the reasons for its creation, no wonder the Iraq Study Group failed to properly consider the one way to end this war. By Jonathan Steele
Bush Told: Alter Iraq Policy or Risk Disaster
President Bush was warned yesterday that his policy in Iraq was "not working" and that to have a chance of avoiding a regional disaster he would have to repudiate much of the foreign policy he has pursued over the past six years.
Bush Left Battered and Bruised
World Briefing: The US president's instinct is to hang tough, gambling that "a last big push" will bring victory of sorts. "We're going to stay in Iraq to get the job done," he said last week. Amid great uncertainty, one thing is sure: George Bush does not do graceful exits. By Simon Tisdall
President Bush and the GREAT MYTHS of Iraq
Iraq - Old Myths and New Realities
Bush Loses Another Ally As Un Ambassador Bolton Resigns in Face of Senate Hostility
Angry president attacks 'stubborn obstructionism' - Muslim envoy could be new man for key job
Bush Weighing Leaked Rumsfeld Memo
Outgoing defence chief calls for big cut in US bases - Critical week for policy as study group report due
Bush to Reject Iraq Pullout
President determined not to be railroaded by Baker panel into withdrawing US troops as three bombs kill dozens of Shias in Baghdad market.
US Chatshow Resorts to Bleeps After a Tipsy Danny Devito Lays Into George Bush
A US chatshow resorts to bleeps after a tipsy Danny DeVito...
'He's the Right Guy' - Bush Defends Embattled Maliki
President attempts to repair relations - Campaign for 'graceful exit' rejected
Bush Praises Iraqi Pm's Strength
George Bush today praised Iraq's prime minister, Nuri al-Maliki, as a "strong leader" and said the US would be in Iraq "so long as the government wants us there".
Maliki Postpones Bush Summit After Memo Leak
Secret report shows deep US distrust of Iraqi PM - White House denies loss of confidence in leader
Bush Holds Urgent Talks With Iraqi Pm
Negotiations come amid signs Washington is losing confidence in Nuri al-Maliki.
Bush Sets Sights on Library Legacy in Dallas
Facing the prospect of a lame-duck last two years in office, President Bush has decided to focus on what he hopes will form the cornerstone of his legacy: the George W Bush Presidential Library.
Bush and Maliki to Discuss Iraqi Security
President George Bush is to make an unexpected stopover in Amman next week to discuss Iraq's security crisis with the country's embattled prime minister, Nuri al-Maliki.
CUT AND RUN NEOCONS: Scapegoating the Iraq War
The very same brain trusts that formulated, planned, plotted, promoted and applauded the initiation of the Bush Doctrine in Iraq are now desperately seeking scapegoats to absorb accountability for its collapse.
Bush's Visit to Indonesia Inadvertently Highlighted Instability in the Region
World Briefing: Slipping into Jakarta yesterday for a six-hour visit, George Bush's main aim was to strengthen a key "war on terror" alliance. But the US president's appearance inadvertently highlighted the unstable condition of a region that Australians label the "arc of insecurity".
BUSH IN NAM: The Infantile President
Either the learning curve of the president is painfully slow or his refusal to accept reality is dangerously disingenuous. From Vietnam to Iraq to the policies of "free trade," the president exhibits a pathological inability to learn from past mistakes.
Asian Leaders Fail to Back Bush's Strategy to Curb North Korea's Nuclear Ambitions
President loses battle for united anti-nuclear stance - Trip to Indonesia curtailed over security concerns
How Bush Has Perverted Labour's View of Europe
Blair and Brown's failure to back Ségolène Royal illustrates how confused they are about where Britain's interests lie. By Martin Kettle
Bush Sees Hope for Iraq in Vietnam
George Bush struggled today to escape the shadows of wars past and present in Vietnam and Iraq, holding up his presence in Hanoi as proof of the possibilities of reconciliation.
Bush Reveals He is a Guardian Reader (though Sadly Not a Regular)
Yesterday the president scaled new heights of ambiguity when he made the cryptic observation that he does not read the Guardian "often".
'Long March of History' Comforts Bush in Vietnam
· Iraq refuses to move off agenda during Asian visit · Former enemies promote economic cooperation
Vietnam War Offers Lessons for Iraq, Says Bush
The American defeat in Vietnam holds lessons for the US in Iraq, the US president, George Bush, said today.
Bush to Face the Ghosts of America's Last Failed War
Thirty-one years after the US army left Saigon, President Bush flies in for a visit dogged by the unlearned lessons of history.
Bush's Visit to the Apec Summit in Vietnam
Bush's visit to the Apec summit in Vietnam is intended to shore up US influence in a region increasingly dominated by China, writes Simon Tisdall.
BUSH AND CUSTER: Iraq and the Little Bighorn
It was arrogance that sealed Custer’s fate and it is arrogance that has placed our nation knee-deep in the quicksand of Iraq. Custer risked his own life for his presidential ambition; Bush risked only his legacy as a profoundly flawed and failed president.
Democrats Increase Pressure on Bush for Phased Troop Withdrawal
· Senior senators call for timetable for US exit · White House admits need to change failing strategy
This is Team America, the New Power Brokers
Last week a voters' revolution swept through Washington, brushing aside key members of President Bush's inner guard. Now a new group of powerful figures has emerged to reshape the future of politics in the United States.
Bush and Blair Discuss New Policy for Iraq
Transatlantic phone call anticipates top level submissions to influential study group next week.
Profile: Robert Gates
George Bush's nomination of 63-year-old Robert Michael Gates as secretary of defence is another indication of the ascendancy of the team that served the president's father.
President Pays the Price But This Could Be Iraq Turning Point
World Briefing: The Democrats' election successes will greatly intensify pressure on President George Bush to find a quick way through and out of the Iraq morass. But it remains unclear whether he has the skill, the clout and the imagination to do it. By Simon Tisdall
Bush Made to Suffer in the 'bloody Eighth'
Indiana seat renowned for its close election results goes to the Democrats.
Democrats Pile Pressure on Bush As Glitches Hit Us Poll
· Republican senators lose Ohio and Pennsylvania · Questions raised over electronic voting system
Let Your Voice Be Heard, Bush Tells Voters in Midterm Elections
American voters were today deciding the fate of President George Bush's last two years in office as they cast their ballots in the midterm elections.
Bush Needs Harmony for His Swan Song
World Briefing: Whatever the final tally of seats in Congress after yesterday's midterm elections, President Bush faces growing pressure on all sides to adapt both the style and substance of his presidency in its final two years, writes Simon Tisdall.
Bush in 11th-hour Tour of Republican Strongholds to Stave Off Defeat
· Economy and Saddam trial verdict boost party · Rumsfeld in trouble after revolt by military media
Bush Faces Call for Rumsfeld to Quit
President George Bush faces a damaging political firestorm on the eve of the vital mid-term elections after it emerged yesterday that an influential military newspaper is to call for the resignation of his Defence Secretary, Donald Rumsfeld.
Neocons Turn on Bush for Incompetence Over Iraq War
Several prominent neoconservatives have turned on George Bush days before critical midterm elections, lambasting his administration for incompetence in the handling of the Iraq war and questioning the wisdom of the 2003 invasion they were instrumental in promoting.
British Believe Bush More Dangerous Than Kim Jong-il
· US allies think Washington threat to world peace · Only Bin Laden feared more in United Kingdom
Kerry's Iraq Gaffe Throws Bush a Lifeline in Election Battle
A gaffe by the former Democratic presidential candidate, John Kerry, put his party on the defensive last night when it was seized on by George Bush as evidence of lack of patriotism over the Iraq war, a week before congressional elections.
Let Us Hope Americans Seize Their Chance to Hobble George Bush
Next Tuesday's elections in the US cannot, alas, remove the president. But they can change the political terms of trade. By Jonathan Freedland
Bush Plans Rallies in Heartlands to Halt Election Mauling
· Safe states such as Texas not immune to backlash · Half of Americans polled want Democrat Congress
Mexico Fury As Bush Gives Go-ahead to Border Fence
Relations between the US and Mexico today took a turn for the worse after George Bush signed legislation for a 700-mile border fence to counter illegal immigration into the US.
Cinemas Shun Film of Bush Shooting
Death of a President, the film that depicts the future assassination of George Bush as a comment on the civil liberties excesses of the current Rep