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WASHINGTON (CNN) -- President Bush held the first press conference of his second term Wednesday, speaking to reporters at the White House. This is an edited transcript of the event, starting with his opening remarks and following with questions from the floor.
BUSH: With a second term under way and a new Congress at work, we're moving forward on great goals for our country. In my inaugural address, I renewed this nation's commitment to expanding liberty at home and promoting liberty abroad.
Because our own freedom is enhanced by the expansion of freedom in other nations, I set out the long-term goal of ending tyranny in our world. This will require the commitment of generations. But we're seeing much progress in our own time.
In late 2004, the people of Afghanistan defied the threats of terrorists and went to the polls to choose their leaders. The Palestinian people have elected a president who has renounced violence. This week, Ukraine inaugurated a new president, President [Viktor] Yushchenko. And just four days from now, the people of Iraq will vote in free national elections.
Terrorists in that country have declared war against democracy itself and thereby declared war against the Iraqi people themselves. Yet the elections will go forward.
Millions of Iraqi voters will show their bravery, their love of country and their desire to live in freedom.
Across the world, freedom has deadly enemies. Yet across the world freedom has great and growing momentum.
And there have been enormous sacrifices made by some of our citizens in the spread of freedom. Families suffer as a result of the loss of a loved one.
Continue to offer condolences and prayers for those who do suffer. We will honor the memories of their loved ones by completing our missions.
Next week, I will report to Congress on the state of the union and describe in more detail a legislative agenda to serve the goals I have outlined.
I'll ask the House and Senate to act soon on the issue of Social Security so that we don't pass a bankrupt system on to our children and our grandchildren.
I'm open to good ideas from members of Congress. I'll work with both parties to get results. Any solution must confront the problem fully and directly by making the system permanently solvent and providing the option of personal accounts.
For this new term, I've assembled an exceptional Cabinet and several members are taking office this week. In addition to speedy action on all my nominees, I especially urge the Senate to confirm Condoleezza Rice [as secretary of state] today and to promptly act and confirm Judge Al Gonzales [as attorney general].
We have a full agenda. I'm looking forward to the work ahead and now I'm looking forward to answering some of your questions.
QUESTION: Mr. President, the insurgents in Iraq are threatening to kill anyone who comes out to vote on Sunday. Do you think they'll succeed in killing or scaring away enough people so that the elections will be rendered seriously flawed or not credible?
BUSH: We anticipate a lot of Iraqis will vote.
Clearly, there are some who are intimidated. Surveys show that the vast majority of people do want to participate in democracy. And some are felling intimidated.
I urge all people to vote. I urge people to defy these terrorists.
These terrorists do not have the best interests of the Iraqi people in mind. They have no positive agenda. They have no clear view of a better future. They're afraid of a free society.
I am impressed by the bravery of the Iraqi citizens.
I am heartened by the strong words of Prime Minister [Ayad] Allawi. I talked to him yesterday [Tuesday] on the phone. He is determined to lead his country forward into the elections.
I appreciate the hard work of the United Nations, which is providing good leadership on the ground. And I anticipate a grand moment in Iraqi history.
And if we'd have been having this discussion a couple of years ago and I just stood up in front of you and said the Iraqi people would be voting, you would look at me like some of you still look at me, with a, kind of, blank expression.
People are voting. And this is a part of a process to write a constitution and elect a permanent assembly. And it's exciting times for the Iraqi people.
QUESTION: What would be a credible turnout number?
BUSH: The fact that they're voting in itself is successful.
Again, this is a long process. It is a process that will begin to write a constitution and then elect a permanent assembly.
And this process will take place over this next year.
It is a grand moment for those who believe in freedom.
QUESTION: Your inaugural address has been interpreted as a new aggressive posture against certain countries, in particular, Iran. Should we view it that way?
BUSH: My inaugural address reflected the policies of the past four years that said -- that we're implementing in Afghanistan and Iraq. And it talked about a way forward.
I think America is at its best when it leads toward an ideal. And certainly a world without tyranny is an ideal world.
The spread of freedom is important for future generations of Americans. I firmly believe that free societies are peaceful societies. And I believe every person desires to be free.
And so I look forward to leading the world in that direction for the next four years.
QUESTION: [inaudible] a policy shift?
BUSH: No. As I said, it reflects the policy of the past, but it sets a bold new goal for the future. And I believe this country is best when it heads toward an ideal world, we are at our best.
And in doing so, we're reflecting universal values and universal ideas that honor each man and woman, that recognize human rights and human dignity depends upon human liberty.
And it's -- I'm looking forward to the challenge. And I'm looking forward to reaching out to our friends and allies to convince them the necessity to continue to work together to help liberate people.
QUESTION: Mr. President, let me take you up on that if I may.
Last month in Jordan, a gentleman named Ali Hattar was arrested after delivering a lecture called "Why We Boycott America." He was charged under Section 191 of their penal code for slander of government officials. He stood up for democracy, you might say.
And I wonder if here and now you will specifically condemn this abuse of human rights by a key American ally.
And if you won't, sir, then what, in a practical sense, do your fine words mean?
BUSH: I am unaware of the case. You've asked me to comment on something that I didn't know took place.
I urge my friend, His Majesty [King Abdullah II], to make sure that democracy continues to advance in Jordan. I noticed today that he put forth a reform that will help more people participate in future governments of Jordan. I appreciate His Majesty's understanding of the need for democracy to advance in the greater Middle East.
We visited with him at the G-8 [summit] and he has been a strong advocate of the advance of freedom and democracy.
Let me finish.
Obviously we're discussing a process. As I said in my speech, not every nation is going to immediately adopt America's vision of democracy, and I fully understand that.
But we expect nations to adopt the values inherent in a democracy, which is human rights and human dignity, that every person matters and every person ought to have a voice. And His Majesty is making progress toward that goal.
I can't speak specifically to the case. You're asking me to speak about a case and I don't know the facts.
QUESTION: Will you then -- does your inaugural address mean that, when it comes to people like Mr. Hattar, you won't compromise because of a U.S. ally, and you will stand ...
BUSH: Again, I don't know the facts. You're asking me to comment on something. I don't know the facts.
Perhaps you are accurate in your description of the facts, but I have not seen those facts.
Now, nevertheless, we have spoken out in the past and will continue to speak out for human rights and human dignity, and the right for people to express themselves in the public square.
QUESTION: Mr. President, in the debate over Dr. Rice's confirmation, Democrats came right out and accused you and the administration of lying in the run-up to the war in Iraq. Republicans, in some cases, [concede] that mistakes have been made.
Now that the election is over, are you willing to concede that any mistakes were made? And how do you feel about that?
BUSH: Let me talk about Dr. Rice. You asked about her confirmation.
Dr. Rice is an honorable, fine public servant who needs to be confirmed. She will be a great secretary of state.
And Dr. Rice and I look forward to moving forward. We look forward to working to make sure the Iraqis have got a democracy. We look forward to continue to make sure Afghanistan is as secure as possible from potential Taliban resurgence. We look forward to spreading freedom around the world. And she is going to make a wonderful secretary of state.
QUESTION: No reaction to the lying? No reaction?
BUSH: Is that your question? The answer's no. Next.
QUESTION: Sir, I'd like to ask you about the deficit.
But before I do that, there is a developing story this morning, the helicopter crash in Iraq. Can you tell us what you know about that and what may have caused that and your reaction to it?
BUSH: I know that it is being investigated by the Defense Department.
And, obviously, any time we lose life it is a sad moment.
QUESTION: You don't know whether it was weather-related or ...
BUSH: Not yet. I've heard rumors, but -- wait till the facts.
QUESTION: You're preparing to ask Congress for an additional $80 billion in war spending in Afghanistan and in Iraq. The White House is also prepared to predict a budget deficit of $427 billion for this year.
You talk about sacrifice in this country. Do you think that you're really asking Americans to sacrifice financially when you're asking them to fund the war, yet at the same time perhaps pay an exorbitant amount to set up private accounts and Social Security, pay for a prescription drug benefit, as well as other spending plans?
BUSH: So the ...
QUESTION: And tax cuts? Make those permanent? It's a lot of money.
BUSH: OK, let me see if I can dissect your question into separate parts.
First, Americans pay a lot of taxes. They pay tax at the federal level. They pay tax at the state level. They pay tax at the local level. Americans do pay taxes.
Secondly, I made the commitment to our troops, we'll fund them. And that's exactly what we're doing. We've got people in harm's way. I look forward to working with Congress to fund what is necessary to help those troops complete their mission.
Thirdly, we have presented a plan in the past and will present one here later on this -- in February, that will show -- cut the deficit in half.
And it's obviously going to require cooperation with the United States Congress to make some very difficult decisions when it comes to funding the budgets.
Fourthly, we not only were attacked and therefore needed to defend ourselves, we also had a recession. And I felt it was very important to reduce the tax burden on the American people to get out of the recession. In other words, we were dealing with twin problems.
And because of the tax relief, our economy is growing forward. Last year at this time, the projected budget [deficit] was $527 billion. You might remember that. It turned out that the budget [deficit] was $412 billion for last year.
Now, the budget [deficit] is projected to be at $427 billion.
We look forward to working to hold the line with the United States Congress on spending. And as I say, I'll promote a package that will show the budget being cut in half over the next five years.
QUESTION: Mr. President, I want to try another way to ask you about Iraq.
When you made the decision to go to war in Iraq, you clearly had majority support in the country. A string of recent polls have shown a clear majority of the American people now believe it was a mistake to go to war in Iraq.
You've asked for $80 billion in more money on top of the billions already spent. The Army says it will probably have 100,000 or more troops in Iraq for at least another year.
What would you say to the American people, including a significant number who supported you at the beginning of the war, who now say, this is not what we were led to believe would happen.
BUSH: A couple of things. I'd say the world is better off without Saddam Hussein in power. A world with Saddam Hussein in power would've been a more dangerous world today.
Secondly, that we're making progress in helping Iraq develop a democracy. And in the long term, our children and grandchildren will benefit from a free Iraq.
In terms of troop levels, obviously we're going to have to the troop levels necessary to complete the mission.
And that mission is to enable Iraq to defend herself from terrorists, homegrown or terrorists that come in from outside of the country. And so our mission is focused on not only an increase in the number of Iraqis in uniform, whether it be army or national guard or border patrol or police, but to make sure that the quality of their ability to fight is enhanced.
And so, over the next year, we'll be advancing our plan to make sure the Iraqis are better prepared to defend themselves and to fight.
There have been some really fine units that have been stood up so far, and, obviously, we want to make sure there are more units that are capable of fighting.
Listen, this problem will eventually be solved when the Iraqis take the initiative and the Iraqi people see Iraqi soldiers willing to defend them.
And the American people, when they see the Iraqis step up and begin to fight, will be seeing progress being made toward an objective which will make this world a better place.
I don't want to rehash something that I'm sure you got tired of hearing me talk about on the campaign trail. But it is -- the decisions we make today can affect how people live 30, 40 or 50 years from now.
And I bring up, once again, my example about working with Prime Minister [Junichiro] Koizumi of Japan. And it wasn't all that long ago that Japan was a bitter enemy. And today, because Japan is a democracy and a free country, the Japanese are strong allies with the United States of America, and we're better off for it.
And, listen, the story today is going to be very discouraging to the American people. I understand that. We value life and we weep and mourn when soldiers lose their life.
But it is the long-term objective that is vital, and that is to spread freedom. Otherwise, the Middle East will continue to be a cauldron of resentment and hate, a recruiting ground for those who have this vision of the world that is the exact opposite of ours.
QUESTION: A question on Social Security, if we may, sir.
There has been, as you work forward to making your ultimate proposal, growing concern among Republicans on Capitol Hill. We had [House Ways and Means Committee] Chairman [Bill] Thomas [of California] last week with some concern about the process and Senator Olympia Snowe [of Maine] on the other side suggesting that she's concerned about a guaranteed benefit.
Are you prepared today to say that those who opt into a potential private account, personal account, could in fact have a guaranteed benefit as well?
And what do you say to Republicans who are beginning to worry?
BUSH: I am looking forward to working with both Republicans and Democrats to advance a plan that will permanently solve Social Security. There is -- I met yesterday with members of the United States Senate; I'm meeting today with members of the House of Representatives to discuss the need to work together to get a solution that will fix the problem.
And here's the problem: As dictated by just math, there is the -- the system will be in the red in 13 years. And in 2042, the system will be broke. That's because people are living longer and the number of people paying into the Social Security trust is dwindling.
And so, therefore, if you have a child -- how old is your child?
QUESTION: Fourteen years old.
BUSH: Yes, 14. Well, if she were ...
QUESTION: He, sir.
BUSH: He, excuse me. Should've done the background check.
When she gets ready to -- when she's 50, the system will be broke, if my math is correct.
In other words, if you have a child who's 25 years old, when that person gets, you know, gets near retirement the system will be bankrupt.
And therefore, it seems like to me -- and if we wait, the longer we wait, the more expensive the solution. So therefore, now's the time to act.
And Social Security has been an issue that has made people nervous. I understand that. I mean, you know, people felt like it was the third rail of American politics. That means if you touch it, you will have -- it'd be political death.
I have said to the American people that our job is to confront issues and not pass them on.
And we have a serious issue with Social Security. The math shows that we have an issue. And now is the time to come together to solve it.
And so, what you're hearing a little bit is whether or not it is worth the political price. I think it is.
And I'm looking forward to leading the Congress, and I'm looking forward to taking the case to the American people. I will begin -- begin -- I will continue that process with the State of the Union address.
And then I look forward to taking off shortly thereafter and traveling around the country discussing this issue, similar to what President Clinton did. President Clinton highlighted the issue, an issue that needed to be addressed and an issue that needed to be solved. He fully recognized, like I recognize, that it's going to require cooperation in the House and the Senate.
And we, in anticipation of this moment, obviously -- you might remember we brought together a distinguished group of our citizens to analyze the issue. And they came forth with some very interesting ideas.
As well, it is very important for us to reassure the seniors that nothing changes.
And I fully understand the power of those who want to derail a Social Security agenda by, you know, scaring people. It's been a tactic for a long period of time by those who believe the status quo is acceptable.
And so, one of the things you'll hear me constantly doing is reminding our senior citizens that nothing will change and that we have a duty to act on behalf of their children and grandchildren.
QUESTION: Mr. President, if I could return for a moment to your inaugural address. Dr. Rice referred in her testimony to six outposts of tyranny, countries where we clearly, I think, have a pretty good idea of your policies.
What we're confused by right now I think, or at least what I'm confused by, is how you deal with those countries like Russia, China, Saudi Arabia, with whom we have enormous broad interests.
Should the leaders of those countries now be on notice that the primary measure of their relationship with the United States should be their progress toward liberty?
Or can they rest assured that in fact you've got this broad agenda with them and you're willing to measure liberty up against what China does for you on North Korea, what Russia for you in other areas?
BUSH: I don't think foreign policy is an either/or proposition. I think it is possible when you're a nation like the United States to be able to achieve both objectives, one objective the practical objective of dealing, for example, as you mentioned, with North Korea.
But in my meetings with Chinese leadership in the past, in my meetings with Chinese leadership in the future, I will constantly remind them of the benefits of a society that honors their people and respects human rights and human dignity.
For example, in meetings with the Chinese in the past I have brought up the Dalai Lama, I have brought up concerns of the Catholic Church. I have discussed my belief that a society that welcomes religious freedom is a wholesome -- religious freedom is a part of a wholesome society and an important part of a society.
[Russian President] Vladimir Putin -- I've discussed with Vladimir Putin some of his decisions, as you might remember, in our meeting in Chile. I will continue to do so. I will remind him that if he intends to continue to look West, we in the West believe in Western values.
You know, democracy is a progress -- you'll see progress toward a goal.
There won't be instant democracy.
And I remind people that our own country is a work in progress. You know, we declared all people equal, and yet all people weren't treated equally for a century. We said everybody counts, but everybody didn't count.
And so I fully understand developing a democratic society and adhering to the traditions and customs of other nations will be a work in process. That's why I said we're talking about the work of generations.
And so in my talks, in my discussions with world leaders to solve the problem of the day, I will constantly remind them about our strong belief that democracy is the way forward.
QUESTION: Mr. President, Dr. Rice again, quoting the future secretary of state, wrote in Foreign Affairs Magazine in 2000, outlining what a potential Bush administration foreign policy would be, talked about things like security interests, free trade pacts, confronting rogue nations, dealing with great powers like China and Russia.
But promotion of democracy and liberty around the world was not a signature element of that description. I'm wondering what's changed since 2000 that has made this such an important element of your foreign policy.
BUSH: I'm the president. I set the course of this administration. I believe freedom is necessary to promote peace.
And I haven't seen the article you're referring to. And I can assure you that Condi Rice agrees with me that it's necessary to promote democracy.
I haven't seen the article. I didn't read the article. Obviously it wasn't part of her job interview.
Condi is a firm believer in democracy.
QUESTION: Mr. President, Chairman Thomas and some others on the Hill have suggested taking up tax reform at the same time that you deal with Social Security reform, and to consider alternatives such as a value-added tax to the current payroll tax to finance your Social Security.
Are you willing to consider combining those two big projects? Or do you prefer to keep them on separate tracks?
BUSH: I look forward to working with the Congress to move the process forward. I appreciate people bringing forth ideas. I think it is a constructive part of the process.
I'll have my own -- I'll be a little more specific as time goes on, and perhaps at the State of the Union, talking about how I think we can have a real long-term solution.
But I think it's constructive that Chairman Thomas, who will be charged with having a bill come out of the Ways and Means, is thinking creatively, is willing to figure out ways to bring people along.
I am -- and you'll find, as this process unfolds, that there will be a lot of different suggestions, some of them valid, some of them not valid. But the idea that people are bringing forth ideas is a really good sign.
The threshold question is, will Congress -- you know, is Congress willing to say we have a problem? We do have a problem. The math shows we have a problem. And now is the time to act on that problem.
And once people realize there's a problem, then I believe there's an obligation for all sides to bring forth ideas.
And that's what you're seeing with Chairman Thomas, and I appreciate that. I'm looking forward to my visit with him this afternoon.
QUESTION: Mr. President, I want to ask about the Gonzales nomination, and specifically about an issue that came up during it, your views on torture.
You said repeatedly that you do not sanction it, you would never approve it.
But there are some written responses that Judge Gonzales gave to his Senate testimony that has troubled some people, specifically his allusion to the fact that cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment of some prisoners is not specifically forbidden, so long as it's conducted by the CIA and conducted overseas.
Is that a loophole that you approved?
BUSH: Al Gonzales reflects our policy, and that is: We don't sanction torture.
He will be a great attorney general. And I call upon the Senate to confirm him.
QUESTION: Mr. President, at the beginning of your remarks today, you referred to two criteria that you're looking for on a Social Security fix: namely, permanent solvency and personal accounts.
Does that mean you would be willing to consider some changes that might broaden the base of revenues for the system as a way of addressing solvency?
BUSH: I look forward to a fruitful discussion of all ideas with the exception of raising the payroll tax.
QUESTION: Sir, can you update us please on your search for a director of national intelligence? Are you having trouble finding the right person? And do you worry at all that the delay might suggest to some people that it's not a high priority for you?
BUSH: When the bill looked like it wasn't going to pass, we weighed in to get it passed and we will work with members of both parties to get a bill out of the Congress.
It's clearly a high priority.
It is a priority for us to make sure that I get the very best intelligence in order to make wise decisions for the American people.
And a search goes on to find the right person to handle this very sensitive position. We're dealing with a brand new agency that is going to require somebody with extraordinary experience. And we're looking. And no one should read anything other than we want to make sure we make the right choice.
QUESTION: Back on Social Security, any transition to personal accounts is estimated to cost between $1 trillion to $2 trillion over 10 years. Without talking about specific proposals, do you plan to borrow that money or will you, when your plan comes up ...
BUSH: You're asking me to talk about specific proposals.
And I'm looking over the -- I fully understand some people are concerned about whether or not this is affordable. And at the appropriate time, we'll address that aspect of reform.
But personal accounts are very important in order to make sure that young workers have got a shot at coming close to that which the government promises.
They are also important because a personal account, obviously under strict guidelines of investment, would yield a better rate of return over -- than the money -- the person's money is earning in the Social Security trust.
And personal accounts will enable a worker to be able to pass on his or her earnings to whoever he or she chooses, which is an important part of promoting an ownership society. We want people to own and manage their own assets.
After all, it is their own money.
And so it's a very important part, in my judgment, of reforming the system permanently.
But there -- you know, I fully understand that accounts is not the only thing that will be necessary to make sure the system is permanently secure. ...
QUESTION: Mr. President, on Social Security, you say the math clearly shows -- as you know, most of us became reporters because of our deep affection for math.
But if the math clearly shows it, why are you having so much trouble on the Hill getting some to share your urgency? Do you think they're looking at the numbers differently, honestly, or are they running from the third rail? ...
BUSH: I am going to continue to speak directly to the American people about this issue and remind them about the math and remind them that, if you're a senior, nothing changes and speak to the younger folks coming up about the forecasts.
I mean, if you're a 20-year-old person and you look at the math, you realize that you will inherit a bankrupt system, which means either there will be significant benefit cuts or significant payroll tax increases in order to fund that which the government has laid out for you as a part of your retirement.
And the Congress tends to listen to the people. And so, I will continue to speak to the people and, at the same time, reach out to members of both parties.
We have been through these kinds of questions before. In my early press conferences I can remember -- I can't remember exactly the questions, but I do remember the tone, about people saying, "How can you possibly get tax cuts through the Congress when so and so said that they shouldn't be done, or such and such said this, or this report said that, or the American people didn't want this?"
And so I am heartened by past experiences to believe that it is possible to do big things in Washington, D.C. And I look forward to working with members of the Congress to achieve big, notable reform.
QUESTION: I seem to remember a time in Texas on another problem, taxes, where you tried to get out in front and tell people it's not a crisis now, it's going to be a crisis down the line. You went down in flames on that one. ...
BUSH: I don't think of billion-dollar tax relief that permanently reduced property taxes on senior citizens with flames, but since you weren't a senior citizen perhaps that's your definition of flames. ...
QUESTION: First of all, I had two questions. One on Iraq. ... You said, in a response just now, that it depends on the initiative of the Iraqis.
Are you giving the Iraqis a timetable for what you're going to do with troop withdrawal and when?
BUSH: We will complete the mission as quickly as possible. And that mission of a secure and stable Iraq will be achieved when the Iraqis are fighting the former regime elements and people like [Islamic militant leader Abu Musab al-] Zarqawi.
Therefore, the -- it is important that we continue to press forward with proper training.
Now, training means not just signing people up. Training means equipping and preparing them for tough fights, as well as developing a chain of command. A good military requires a chain of command from top to bottom, so that orders and plans and strategies can be effected efficiently.
And we have work to do there, and we will do the work.
The second question?
QUESTION: The second question on race. You brought it up in the inaugural address, and yesterday and today you will have black leaders here at the White House discussing issues of race.
Yesterday, you didn't discuss civil rights, but where are you in the second term as it relates to race in America?
BUSH: Civil rights is a good education. Civil rights is opportunity. Civil rights is homeownership. Civil rights is owning your own business. Civil rights is making sure all aspects of our society are open for everybody.
And we discussed that yesterday.
And I believe that what I said was important, that we've got to, you know, shed ourselves of bigotry if we expect to lead by example.
And I'll do the very best I can as the president to make sure the promise -- and I believe in the promise of America -- is available for everybody.
QUESTION: Mr. President, do you think it's a proper use of government funds to pay commentators to promote your policies?
BUSH: No.
QUESTION: Are you going to order that ...
BUSH: Therefore, I will not pay you to.
QUESTION: Fair enough. Are you ordering that there be an end ...
BUSH: I expect my -- yes, I am. I expect my Cabinet secretaries to make sure that that practice doesn't go forward. There needs to be independence.
And Mr. Armstrong Williams admitted he made a mistake.
And we didn't know about this in the White House. And, you know, there needs to be a nice, independent relationship between the White House and the press and the administration and the press. And so, no, we shouldn't be going forward. ...
QUESTION: Mr. Williams made a mistake. Did the Department of Education make a mistake?
BUSH: Yes, they did.
QUESTION: And what will happen to the people that made this decision?
BUSH: And we've got new leadership going to the Department of Education.
But all our Cabinet secretaries must realize that we will not be paying, you know, commentators to advance our agenda. Our agenda ought to be able to stand on its own two feet.
And I'm confident you will be, over the course of the next four years, willing to give our different policies an objective look, won't you?
Yes. I can see that.
QUESTION: Senate Democratic leaders have painted a very bleak picture of the U.S. economy. [Sen.] Harry Reid [of Nevada] was talking about soup lines and [Sen.] Hillary Clinton [of New York] was talking about the economy being on the verge of collapse. Yet, in the same breath, they say that Social Security is rock solid and there's no crisis there.
You've said you're going to reach out to these people. How are you going to work with people who seem to have divorced themselves from reality?
BUSH: Continue to speak to the American people. Right after my State of the Union [address], I think I'm going to four or five states to continue to address this issue.
And, you know, I can remember President Clinton doing the same thing on Social Security. I thought he was very effective in teeing up the issue, of making the case. And I will do the same thing.
BUSH: And there's a -- in terms of whether the economy is growing or not, there's -- you know, jobs are increasing, forecasts look strong.
Obviously there's some things we need to do to make sure that America is a good place to continue to risk capital and invest.
That's why I'm urging the Congress to pass legal reform. You might remember one of the first issues that I addressed after election was legal reform, asbestos reform, class action reform, medical liability reform.
I believe if there is a -- that we've got a chance to get some good, meaningful legislation out of the Congress early, which will send a good signal that we will address those issues that make -- that stand in the way for further economic expansion.
We need an energy bill. And I look forward to working with members of both parties to get a good energy bill out.
Obviously, people in the capital markets are going to be watching the issue of twin deficits -- on the one hand, the spending deficit, the fiscal deficit. We will address that in our budget that we're getting ready to submit to Congress.
Obviously, we're going to have to work closely together to send the signal that we're willing to tackle some tough issues.
The budget I'll be submitting is one that says we'll spend money on projects that work, but we must make sure we're not wasting the taxpayers' money.
In terms of the trade deficit, it is important for us to make sure that in countries that are -- that countries treat their currencies in market fashion -- I've been working with China, in specific, on that issue; secondly, that people knock down their barriers to our goods and services; thirdly, that we continue to grow our economy at home by making -- by some of the reforms I've just discussed.
But I think most people are optimistic about the economy next year. It's very important that we continue to put pro-growth policies in place.
QUESTION: Mr. President, Senator Ted Kennedy [of Massachusetts] recently repeated his characterization of Iraq as a, quote, "quagmire," and has called it your Vietnam.
And the questioning of Alberto Gonzales and Condi Rice in the Senate has been largely used by Democrats to criticize your entire Iraq program, especially what you're trying to do postwar.
I wonder if you have any response to those criticisms. And what kind of effect do you think these statements have on the morale of our troops and of the confidence of the Iraqi people that what you're trying to do over there is going to succeed?
BUSH: I think the Iraqi people are wondering whether or not this nation has the will necessary to stand with them as a democracy evolves.
The enemy would like nothing more than the United States to precipitously pull out and withdraw before the Iraqis are prepared to defend themselves. Their objective is to stop the advance of democracy.
Freedom scares them. Zarqawi said something interesting the other day: that, you know, he was talking democracy and how terrible democracy is.
We believe that people ought to be allowed to express themselves. And we believe that people ought to decide the fates of their government.
And so the notion that somehow we're not making progress, I just don't subscribe to.
I mean, we're having elections and I think people need to put this moment in history in proper context.
That context, of course, starts with whether or not the world will be better off with Saddam Hussein in power and whether or not America [would] be more secure.
After all, I've always felt the Iraqi theater's a part of the war on terror. And I am encouraged and I am heartened by the fact the Iraqi citizens are showing incredible bravery.
They're losing a lot of people. Obviously these targeted assassinations of innocent civilians is having an effect on Iraqi families. But they want to vote. They want to participate in democracy. They want to be able to express themselves and to me that is encouraging.
There's a notion in some parts of that world that, you know, certain people can't self-govern; you know, certain religions don't have the capacity of self-government.
And that condemns people to tyranny. And I refuse to accept that point of view.
I am optimistic about the advance of freedom and so should the American people.
After all, look what's happened in a brief period of time: Afghanistan, the Palestinian elections, which I think are incredibly hopeful elections, as well as the Ukraine and now Iraq.
We are witnessing amazing history. And the fundamental question is: Can we advance that history?
And that's what my inauguration speech said. It said yes we can.
I firmly planted the flag of liberty for all to see that the United States of America hears their concerns and believes in their aspirations. And I am excited by the challenge and am honored to be able to lead our nation in the quest of this noble goal, which is freeing people in the name of peace.
QUESTION: Mr. President, the Senate Republicans recently listed their priorities, and immigration reform wasn't on it. Do you think this means it's dead for this year?
BUSH: No, I don't.
QUESTION: And why are you having so much trouble with your own party ...
BUSH: No, I appreciate that question. It'll be one of my priorities. I believe it's necessary to reform the immigration system.
I'm against amnesty. I've made that very clear.
On the other hand, I do want to recognize a system where a willing worker and a willing employer are willing to come together in a way that enables people to find work without jeopardizing a job that an American would otherwise want to do.
I also happen to believe immigration reform is necessary to help make it easier to protect our borders.
The system right now spawns coyotes and smugglers and, you know, people willing to break the law to get people in our country. There is a vast network of, kind of, shadowy traffickers.
And I believe by making -- by advancing a program that enables people to come into our country in a legal way to work for a period of time for jobs that Americans won't do will help make it easier for us to secure our borders.
And so ...
QUESTION: Why the resistance in your party so much to this?
BUSH: Well, you know, I think -- I'm looking forward to discussing it with members of both parties.
I believe it's a very important issue that we need to address. I've had a lot of experience with dealing with borders as the governor of Texas. I know there's a compassionate, humane way to deal with this issue.
I want to remind people that family values do not stop at the Rio Grande River. People are coming to our country to do jobs that Americans won't do, to be able to feed their families.
And I think there's a humane way to recognize that, at the same time protect our borders, and at the same way to make sure that we don't disadvantage those who have stood in line for years to become a legal citizen.
And I'm looking forward to working with people of both parties on the issue.
QUESTION: Mr. President, we saw the Democrats yesterday devote nine hours to Ms. Rice. We may see something similar with regard to Judge Gonzales. There's just simply a lot of anger on the Hill by Democrats at you personally and at your administration.
And isn't this going to dog your efforts at whatever you do down the line, from the Supreme Court to immigration to whatever?
BUSH: You know, we're all here to serve the people.
And I'm, as I say, I'm going to go out and explain why I think it's important for us to address big issues, like Social Security reform, and take my case to the people and let them here the rationale about why even address big issues, much less the reason why I think, for example, in Social Security, there is an issue.
As I just laid out the math, it is clear that now is the time to act.
And I don't know about hostility, you know, and all that business. I guess that's your job to gauge that. When I've talked with people, I feel like people are looking forward to working with us.
QUESTION: Well, you had a Democratic senator basically call your secretary of state nominee a liar. I mean, that's some pretty harsh language ...
BUSH: Well, there are 99 senators other than that person. And I'm looking forward to working with as many members as we can.
Condi Rice is a fine, fine public servant, greatly admired here in America and greatly admired around the world. And she will make a great secretary of state. And I'm looking forward to working with her.
Listen, thank you all every much for your time. I appreciate this and looking forward to working with you all as we have a productive 2005.
Thank you.


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Sunday October 22, 2006
Georgia Dome - 1:00 PM EST
After the Steelers performance last weekend it's almost safe to say they might be back to form! Let's not get ahead of ourselves just yet though because it was only one game. The Steelers were clicking on all cylinders last weekend and that type of performance needs to carry over into this weekend when the Steelers face a tough running team in the Atlanta Falcons. Granted they have a quarterback who likes to run the ball, but the Steelers have a safety that will be on him like flies on... you know! You're probably asking what about their running back? That's fine too, because the Steelers have a deadly line backer group that is ready for the task and don't really give up much in that category statistically.
Early in the week there was a scare of potential threat at the game along with 6 other stadiums. Reports this morning indicate the plot was a hoax so hopefully everyone will be able to relax and enjoy the game. The Steelers will need to be relaxed and ready to stop a high powered running offense, but their offense can't play like it did 3 out of the last 4 weeks! Here are the keys for a Steelers victory:
- Stop the Falcons running game.
- Offensive Line needs to have a performance like last week, which was absolutely awesome!
- Hang on to the damn ball!
Porter and Reid will more than likely miss another week, that fine though because you couldn't tell they were missed last week because the Steelers pride themselves with depth and the replacements really stepped it up!
Join us this Sunday here in the gameday thread as we talk about the game and cheer our Steelers to a victory!!!!

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text: The e21 seems fairly swift" as romain grosjean tops the times Wednesday, February 6, 2013 - 13:45 A strong start to the 2013 pre-season preparations continued for Lotus F1 Team at Jerez this afternoon as Romain Grosjean guided the E21 to the front of the pack. After watching the team's new baby take its first steps out on track, Lotus F1 Team Technical Director gives a brief assessment on what he's seen so far: So, thoughts on today? I'm quite chipper about it really, not a bad day. The car didn't break down and we seemed to have a reasonable turn of pace. How different is this car from the E20 before it? The aerodynamic line of thinking is the same, but each time you create a new car you try to push aspects on the new car which weren't possible on the old car – for instance if the layout of the old car wouldn't permit it. The layout of the new car is altered sufficiently that it will reward us for a whole season of decent development. Is there much carried over from the old car? Architectually, it's an evolution, but almost every single part of it is new, so there are plenty of components which could embarrass you on track, so there's all the tension of a new car on the first day. It looked okay out on track in terms of times today? We've been chugging around with a fair amount of petrol on board and the E21 seems fairly swift. That said, it's very early days and we won't know how quick everyone is until we're all in the same trim and going hell for leather.


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I'm creating a bunch of games similar in style to RPG Maker XP -- 2D, top-down style adventure/action/RPG. I used RPG Maker XP in the past, and their sprites are great. Their content is packaged into something called an "RTP", which is a collection of sprites, tilesets, etc. which is available for exclusive for use with their tool.
Is there an alternative, free RTP I can use out there? Or, is there a large collection of freely-available material I can use? The standard RTP comes with most common tilesets (forest, grassland, desert, snow, 100 types of people, etc.) so I need something similarly comprehensive.
(To summarize, my question is: is there an existing, free to use collection of RPG Maker XP style assets I can use somewhere out on the web?)


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FJ and I have been roommates twice, once at nerd camp and once at college. You're probably not surprised to hear this, since we clearly have a lot in common (even if our sleep cycles differ). We did the usual college roomie things: swapped clothes, listened to music too loud, had midnight snacks, got the giggles at 3 am and annoyed our neighbors. It worked: we were good roommates.
There's a slideshow today at The Daily Beast that features famous roommates (who were roommates first and famous later, mostly). You've probably heard about Al Gore and Tommy Lee Jones, which is weird but kinda makes sense as a duo. But did you know that Frank O'Hara and Edward Gorey were college roommates? Can you even imagine what their parties must have been like?
So this inspires today's fluff question. Forget people who actually were roommates. Instead, we ask: who should have been roomies? Miss Conduct and Miss Manners? MeMe Roth and Papa Willett? Kate and Dan Savage? Tell us your creative would-be roommates in the comments.


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A rice, beans and water drive was held today at the field house across from Valdosta Middle School.
And Valdosta city school kids turned out to help unload and sort the nearly 12,000 pounds of goods they've received so far.
These include donations of bottled water, dry beans and bagged rice dropped off by area residents throughout the day.
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"I talk about Haiti in some of my classes and I know how much they've struggled politically, socioeconomically for years," said Dr. Melissa Rinehart, an anthropology professor at VSU, who organized this drive.
Robbie Jones, an eighth-grader at J.L Newbern Middle School was moved by the experience. "This right here... This is what I can do. I can help them collect food and send it over there. And hopefully it'll help somebody," said Robbie.
Second Harvest is coordinating efforts to get these supplies to Haiti, which will hopefully make it down there soon.


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Creating the Nebula Part 1 (Conception) - YouTube
I want to build a wave similar to the one in the video above. I'm not looking to render an actual wave or consider material properties. I want to create geometric objects and precisely control their animation (in 3 dimensions), taking a programming based approach rather than frame-by-frame creation.
In my intro to Java class, my professor used Java and some class to draw an outline of the earth and its continents (he added in the continents by importing a file containing various points which mapped the outline of the continents onto a sphere). He then made it rotate such that it appeared to be a 3D object to demonstrate what you can do what Java. I was wondering if you can use Java to draw and "animate".


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Braves honor Hall of Famers Maddux, Glavine, Cox
ATLANTA -- The Braves kicked off Alumni Weekend on Friday with a pregame ceremony that recognized their three newest Hall of Famers -- Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and Bobby Cox.
When Maddux, Glavine and Cox were being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 27, they each made mention of the fans back in Atlanta who were watching the festivities taking place in Cooperstown, N.Y. Some of those fans who were not able to be present for those induction ceremonies were at Turner Field on Friday night to show their appreciation for the trio. All three threw out ceremonial first pitches.
Braves first-base coach Terry Pendleton was also looking forward to congratulating his two former teammates and manager.
"We don't get to see [Maddux] too often around here, so whenever he is here, it's special," Pendleton said. "We get a chance to see Bobby and Glavine all the time around here, but we don't get a chance to see all three of them together, especially after the induction. We knew they were Hall of Famers already, but it's been stamped with a seal of approval."


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2007 High School All-Americans Announced
Congratulations to the 2007 recipients of the High School All-American Award. These winners were announced at the 2008 Junior Nationals in Marblehead, MA.
Richard She
Hometown: Seattle, Washington
Badminton Club: Bellevue Badminton Club, Kenny Lee (coach)
USA Badminton Information:
5th place, U19 MD, USAB Junior Nationals, July 2007
1st place, U19 MS, Washington State Juniors, April 2007
School Information: Graduation 2008, GPA 3.85. Richard plans to attend Princeton University in the fall of 2008. National Merit Semifinalist, AP scholar, 1st place, NW Math Championships, Varsity football, soccer and basketball.
Other activities and interests: Piano, skiing.
Coach's remarks: Richard is one of our finest badminton students and players. He has matured into a hard-working, courageous and diligent person. He is an assistant coach at his badminton club. He also has volunteered for a local community non-profit organization to rebuild trails after destruction from a wind storm.
Victoria Bundy
Hometown: Manhattan Beach, CA
Badminton Club: Manhattan Beach Badminton Club
USA Badminton Information:
4th place, U22 WD, USAB Junior Nationals, July 2007
semi-finals, U19 WS and WD, MBBC International Tournament, 2008
School Information: Graduation 2008. GPA 4.0. Victoria plans to attend Rhodes College in Memphis, TN in the fall. High School Scholar Athlete, Honor Roll, Involved in interscholastic badminton for 4 years as player and student coach. Co-President of Badminton Club in 2008.
Other activities and interest: Girl Scouts (received Gold Award), Sunday School teacher, Housing Chair for 2008 Junior International tournament, Choir.
Coach's remarks: Victoria works hard and has improved a lot over the past years. She is also one of our leaders and our program in enhanced by her presence.
Chris Schnack
Hometown: Manhattan Beach, CA
Badminton Club: Manhattan Beach Badminton Club
USA Badminton Information:
8th place XD, USAB Junior Nations, 2004
5th place, MD, MBBC International, 2006
6th place, XD and MS, MBBC International, 4/2007
School Information: Graduation 2008, GPA 3.86. Will attend UC Davis in the fall. High School Honor Roll, Scholar Athlete. Varsity Badminton for 4 years and Varsity team captain. Coach's award.
Other activities and interest: Community service at library and Art Festival, Soccer, Football, Park and beach clean-up
Coach's remarks: Chris trains very hard and comes to every practice. He has improved over the years.


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StrongWomen Program
The StrongWomen/Growing Stronger program is a safe, effective strength-training and nutrition program for individuals who have been inactive or sedentary for the past few years and are interested in improving their health. Join a StrongWomen program sponsored by Penn State Extension and St. Matthew.
Monday & Wednesday, Feb 21 – May 14, 2018
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115 E Penn St., Martinsburg, PA 16662
Based on research conducted by Dr. Miriam Nelson and her colleagues at Tufts University, we know that women from age 35 on can start to lose 1/4 to 1/3 pound of muscle each year and gain that much or more in fat. Over time the loss of 2% of strength per year results in weak muscles and difficulty moving. When this happens, physical activity slows, which leads to more loss of muscle mass and a sedentary, dependent lifestyle.
The classes, which meet twice a week, consist of a nutrition lesson and 8-12 strength training exercises that help improve strength, balance, and flexibility. Make a commitment to becoming healthier and feeling better about yourself. You can remain vital throughout your lifetime through healthy eating and exercise. Individuals who have participated in the program have become stronger, more active, and energized.
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Registration is online and will be opening in January. For more information and to register online visit https://extension.psu.edu/strongwomen-growing-stronger or call Extension Registration toll-free at 1-877-345-0691.
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The following is a statement from IBEW President Ed Hill on Hurricane Sandy Clean Up
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Thousands of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers members are working around the clock to restore power and clean up the damage left in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Many have traveled hundreds of miles from more than a dozen states to help with the effort, risking their own personal safety to get affected communities back online.
It is the policy of this union and the companies we represent to welcome assistance during major natural disasters – regardless of union status.
There have been reports that a non-union crew was turned away from work in New Jersey. At this stage, it is not clear who is alleged to have turned the crew away and the company that employs the affected workers has denied the claim. IBEW local leaders in New Jersey have reiterated what has been the long-standing record of our union –in times of crisis all help is welcome and we pull together with everyone to meet the needs of the public. We have communicated this to the office of New Jersey Governor Christie as well.
It is unfortunate that at a time when skilled line workers are working around the clock to help devastated communities, sketchy reports should cast a pall over these efforts. The real story is that our members and others are working side by side to help people in New Jersey and all affected states get their power back and recover from the effects of the storm.
The IBEW will continue to give it our all, working with anyone who shares our commitment to safety and service to ensure relief for the people of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.


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GENERAL OVERVIEW: This Winter Weather Policy is a general policy to help residents understand the city's approach to dealing with typical winter storms. It is a general guideline only. Pre-treatment, plowing and salting operations will be evaluated on an event-by-event basis, based on the type, temperature, severity, longevity, and timing of the winter event.
For the purpose of this policy, Primaries are streets classified as primary or secondary, as well as state routes, hills, bridges, and the streets immediately surrounding schools. Residentials are streets including tertiary (branches off of Primaries, local (or residential) streets, dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs.
PRE-TREATMENT – Salt brine pre-treatment will be applied to all Primaries and Residential when conditions permit in an effort to treat small storms of one inch or less. This treatment will also help alleviate larger snows from bonding to the road making it easier to plow. When the forecast allows, City crews may pre-treat Residentials one or two days in advance of the forecasted event. Primaries will be pre-treated as close the forecasted event as possible, to minimize the elimination of brine by heavy vehicular traffic.
PLOWING OPERATIONS – Plowing will begin once Primaries are covered by three or more inches of snow, regardless of the time of day or night of the event. Only Primaries will be plowed while snow is falling. Once snowfall has ceased and the Primaries are cleared, plowing of Residentials may begin, provided plowing will not begin until the first regular work day after the storm has ended. Plowing of Residentials will continue during regular work hours until they have been plowed curb to curb. In the case of a major event (four or more inches of snow), plowing of Residentials during regular work hours may be restricted to providing a single path, in order to provide two-way traffic on these streets.
SALTING OPERATIONS – Once plowing of Primaries has been completed, and the snow has stopped falling, Primaries only may be salted. In the event that no pre-treatment was applied before the storm, salting Primaries may occur prior to plowing. In the event the City determines it is necessary to salt Residentials, salting will take place during regular work hours and include intersections only. This policy shall be enforced unless exceptional circumstances warrant emergency measures, as determined by the Director of Public Service and Safety, in consultation with the Mayor.


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This week we went to get haircuts. As we exited the van, kids in tow, I remember saying to my wife that getting a haircut was as bad as going to the dentist. She had that strange look on her face that simply communicated "Huh?" I didn't realize that's how I felt until we arrived there.
My scalp psoriasis has most always been severe. Making "snowflake" piles on my desk or having numerous people flick flakes off my suit had become the norm. Not until recently, with the Cyclosporine in fact, have I enjoyed a less flaky scalp. Growing up I either let my father cut my hair (he said he learned how to cut hair by cutting the hedges in front of our house) or a family friend who cut hair in her garage. With my dad, my hair would look like a carefully trimmed ornamental plant. With the hairdresser working out of her garage, she would initiate (strange) prayer sessions with lots of "Thank you Jesus!" while she held and shook both my hands. I endured much to avoid going out for haircuts.
I didn't go to a hairdresser in public until just before our wedding. My wife insisted on it. I rehearsed my explanation to the hairdresser for the scaly scalp over and over in my mind. When I finally sat down in the chair, and had the chance to share my condition, the hairdresser just shrugged it off and said it wasn't that bad. But I felt like I was having a root canal.
Today went much better. The lady who cut my hair is Chinese and gets a kick out of "working" on my Chinese each time I see her (English is my primary language). Today, I deftly used my limited Mandarin to explain to her my skin condition and how horrible my scalp can be.
She looked confused since my scalp didn't show signs of Rocky Mountain snowfalls. All the same, even after so many years, I gripped the barber chair tightly with both hands just like I do when I have my teeth cleaned.
It was over quickly enough and, thankfully, there are no nerve endings on hair. I am glad I can breathe a sigh of relief until the next haircut.


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Throwing a pirate party, but too busy to make a cake? This pirate cupcake kit is the answer! Pirate parties are so much fun, and if you are short on time cupcake kits can make your party a cinch! Meri Meri has a whole line of cupcake kits, and this is one of my favorites. When I am in a pinch, and need a cute cupcake solution, these cupcake kits are my go-to. I made these cupcakes for my nephew's second birthday.
The kit comes with 24 baking cups and 24 assorted toppers. As usual, I love the polka dot baking cups in this set, and because they are black, the colors are still bright even after baking! The parrot, pirate ship, pirate hat, and pirate flag toppers are too cute! My favorite is the bright parrot in a pirate hat.
This kits makes it super simple to throw together a party fit for a pirate in no time. If you are too busy to bake, you can just purchase cupcakes at the store and set them in the baking cups from the kit. Then pop on the toppers and you are set for a marvelous party for all of your mateys.
These cupcakes are frosted in yellow buttercream. I used AmeriColor lemon yellow to get this shade.
The parrot with the eye-patch is so fun. All of the Meri Meri cupcake kits have really unique and detailed toppers that set them apart from other cupcake kits.
The cupcake stand is actually a Halloween cupcake stand from Wilton. I just left off the haunted house topper, and it worked perfectly for this pirate party. I hope you have as much fun with this cupcake kit as I did. Whether you are throwing a pirate party or just looking for a fun baking project to do with your kids, this kit is the perfect thing!


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Ring-a-Ding-Ding! - Part 5
Other than a man named Mr. Holdout, who will offer to sell you some easy-to-hide weaponry for your arsenal (since the casinos won't let you in without stripping you of all of your arms), you won't find anyone else of interest to speak with here. You'll find only one building you can enter here, called Gomorrah. You can enter that establishment and explore it to your heart's content, but that won't be covered here. Instead, what you really want to do is continue forward to the next, much more busy section of the Strip, where we can continue with the main story unabated.
In this next area, you'll run into several buildings you can enter, as well as more people to speak with. Your ultimate goal here is to enter the Tops Casino, where you can find the man you've been looking for, Benny. But before you do that, why not speak to some of the folks around you? One woman is a street vendor that you can buy some goods off of, and you'll find an old couple walking around that, if you speak to them, will offer you the Side Quest known as Pheeble Will . You can feel free to explore the extraneous buildings around you as much as you'd like, but ultimately, you'll want to head into the Tops Casino to continue along on your quest to find this elusive Benny character.
As soon as you enter the Tops, you're going to be stopped by a guard at the front counter, who will require you to leave your weapons with him. Don't start a problem here. Give up your weapons and move on; they'll be safe, and you can grab them later on when you leave. Then, after having your weapons stripped by the Chairman Greeter, you can speak to Swank, the man standing next to him. Swank is the Tops' manager, who runs the day-to-day operations of the casino. Now, upon speaking to him, things are going to start going in many different directions. The follow paragraphs through to the end of this quest reflect what we decided to do, but keep in mind that you can take your own route through this quest, as well. It just won't be covered here.
Speak to Swank and immediately get into what he knows about Benny. Once he starts explaining things to you, you'll be able to start using a moderate Speech skill (several times) to explain to him what Benny did to you. As you move forward through the conversation in this way, you'll begin to convince Swank that Benny isn't what he seems to be. It's at this point that he'll hand over Benny's Suite Key to you, as well as your entire arsenal of weapons (which you should keep hidden for the time being). He'll then tell you that you can use the key to access Benny's private suite on the thirteenth floor. We'll do that shortly. In the meantime, why not pay Benny a visit behind and to the right of the front desk? Keep things cool for the time being, and don't push things too far. Simply let Benny know that you're here, and you're going to find out one way or another what he's been up to. Don't let things get violent here, as it'll be exceedingly difficult to survive the fight if you do.


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6th Annual KC Kosher BBQ Championship
September 10th 2017
Join us Sunday September 10th 2017 at the Jewish Culture Fest at the Jewish Community Center 5801 W. 115th St. Overland Park, KS 66211
Kansas City is deservedly known as the "world's barbecue capital," with more than 100 barbecue restaurants in the metropolitan area. The specific breed of barbecue known as "Kansas City style" centers on slow-smoked meats with a thick tomato-and-molasses-based sauce. Its origins can be traced to the pit of Henry Perry, a restaurateur in the early 1900s who trained and inspired the founders of Arthur Bryant's, Gates', and other mainstays of today's Kansas City barbecue scene.
This years Kosher BBQ Championship will once again be sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society.
Why would a kosher BBQ competition be special?
Just as the act of barbecuing has become a traditional secular way of enhancing the meaty staples of a Midwestern diet, the biblical injunction to "keep" kosher is a spiritual injunction also elevating the experiencing of eating. This contest and festival offers a unique opportunity to honor and celebrate the union of both traditions.
Kosher and Community
The goal of the competition—beyond creating a time and space where people can come together—is to educate the Kansas City community about the meaning and deeper significance of "kosher," the Jewish dietary standards that go beyond simply proscribing certain foods or separating milk from meat. The event will include literature, booths, and perhaps demonstrations to facilitate the conversation on what it means to keep kosher. Meanwhile, proceeds will help make kosher supervision more widely available to the community, by enabling the Vaad of Kashrut to defray many of its costs.


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In the final stretch before the Nov. 6 General Election, Fairfax County General Registrar Cameron Quinn will be available to answer your questions about voting, going to the polls and more on Friday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. Please note that questions for the online chat will not be answered until Nov. 2 and any questions regarding voting that need immediate attention should go to email@example.com or call 703-222-0776 (TTY 711).
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Good afternoon. Only a few days remain until Election Day. We are all very busy and today I will be representing the Office of Elections on behalf of Cameron Quinn. Beth Methfessel is here with me and we look forward to answering your questions. Remember, there is vital information about voting and the election at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections.
How do i request a absentee ballot?
Sonia Skipper
The deadline to request an absentee ballot by mail or fax has passed. You can still vote absentee in person until Saturday, Nov. 3. All absentee voting locations are open until 8 p.m. this evening and tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a list of absentee voting locations, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/absentee.htm.
Please keep in mind, Virginia does not have early voting. We have absentee voting, and in order to qualify for absentee voting you must meet certain qualifications. Those qualifying reasons are also listed at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/absentee.htm.
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where is the nearest polling place for 22181? Also, is there a polling place website by zip code
Sonia Skipper
You can find your Virginia polling place online at the State Board of Elections website at www.sbe.virginia.gov or refer to your voter registration card. Every registered voter in the Commonwealth of Virginia should have recently received a new voter card by mail. You may also call 703-222-0776 (TTY 711). However, please understand that there is a high call volume right now and there may be a wait.
Can question Spanish. I have friend? Should translate? Or do officer Spanish?
Sonia Skipper
It is a federal requirement that Fairfax County provide all election materials in Spanish, including the ballot. On Election Day, the Chief Election Officer at your voting site will provide you with additional language assistance.
Debbie Sanders
How do I find out if my daughter submitted an Absentee Ballot Application? She is at Virginia Tech. We sent her the flyer that came out with the info on how to fill out the Absentee Ballot, but we don't recall actually getting the ballot to send her. This is her first election so she was very excited about voting. Is there anything that can be done?
Sonia Skipper
If your daughter has successfully submitted her absentee ballot application, she may have requested that her ballot be mailed directly to her college address. She can check the status of her absentee ballot application online at https://www.voterinfo.sbe.virginia.gov/PublicSite/Public/FT2/PublicLookup.aspx.
when is the best time to go vote and try avoiding the lines?
Sonia Skipper
On Election Day, if you have the flexibility you may find that the lines are shorter between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The poll hours in Virginia are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Please note that if you are in line by 7 p.m., you will still be allowed to vote.
What election is this?
Sonia Skipper
On Tuesday, Nov. 6 Fairfax County will be voting for Electors for President/Vice President; United States Senate; and U.S. House of Representatives-8th, 10th and 11th Congressional Districts. Voters will also be voting on two Virginia Constitutional Amendments and four Fairfax County Bond questions.
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What do I need to do to vote in-person absentee?
Sonia Skipper
To vote in-person absentee, you will first need to come in to an absentee voting location and fill out an absentee ballot application. You must also provide a valid form of identification (a list is available online at http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/a1voteridentificationchart2012.pdf). You will then be able to vote during your same visit.
A list of absentee voting locations (and their hours) may be found at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/absentee.htm.
Anonymous User
I don't understand the difference between a constitutional bond and county bond. What does a bond do? What are we voting on?
Sonia Skipper
For information on the two Virginia Constitutional Amendments, go to http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/:%20http://www.sbe.virginia.gov/Files/Cast%20Your%20Ballot/Candidate%20List/201211ConstitutionalAmendmentsBrochure.pdf. To learn more about the Fairfax County Bond Referenda, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/bond/.
Anonymous User
Are Mt. Vernon Elementary School polls gonna be open next Tuesday? If so, what time will they be open?
Sonia Skipper
All 237 Fairfax County polling place locations will be open on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 6 from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sonia Skipper
Thank you for your questions. Look for unofficial election results as they become available on www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections. Unofficial precinct results will also be shared live via Twitter @FairfaxVotes.
For complete statewide unofficial results, please visit the Virginia State Board of Elections website at www.sbe.virginia.gov.
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British actor Bill Tarmey, who played Jack Duckworth on Coronation Street for more than 30 years, has died aged 71.
Tarmey's family confirmed that he died in Tenerife, Spain, on Friday, and asked for "privacy as they grieve for a wonderful husband, father and brother".
The 71-year-old left the soap in 2010 after playing the pigeon-fancying, loveable rogue alongside Liz Dawn, who played his wife Vera.
A life-long heavy smoker, Tarmey suffered a minor heart attack following a bypass operation in 2002.
A statement from the show said: "The cast, crew and production team at Coronation Street are devastated to hear of Bill's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill's wife and soulmate Ali and their family at this very sad time."


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Harrison Ford takes on different role as Branch Rickey
- Harrison Ford%27s latest role is a pretty significant change of pace
- Ford starred as Han Solo and Indiana Jones
Harrison Ford's latest role is a pretty significant change of pace. The actor, who has starred as Han Solo and Indiana Jones, took on the role of wily baseball executive Branch Rickey in the upcoming film, 42.
The film recounts Jackie Robinson's rise as the first African-American baseball player to make the major leagues. Rickey is the former general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers. His transcendent affect on the game came when he fought for Robinson to sign with the Dodgers despite intense scrutiny against breaking baseball's color barrier.
Prior to the film, Ford had limited experience with baseball, though he recalls admiring the green grass of Wrigley Field with his family during his childhood. The acting legend discussed his latest role with USA TODAY Sports.
How crucial is this film, in the sense of having Jackie's story told in a big budget film?
It's one of those stories that deserves a retelling and we had the opportunity. It may be something that kids are taught in school, it may be a footnote in history of civil rights and American history. But in a film, you have the opportunity to reach kids emotionally, viscerally, and give them the opportunity to feel the experience Jackie Robinson had with the kind of behavior that was prevalent as he was going through this experience.
What drew you to this role?
It was a part different from anything I'd played before in a film that I thought had something powerful to say with a filmmaker that I admired. It was a good script, good role, and it has the chance to be a good and important movie.
What did you know about Branch Rickey and his role as an innovator before taking on the role?
I didn't know anything about Branch Rickey until I read the script. Having read the script, I began to do a little bit of research prior to meeting anybody involved with the film. When I saw what Branch Rickey looked like and had an opportunity to observe his personality with all the stuff that's available online, I became even more fascinated with how much fun it could be for me to be a part of the movie.
One of the most powerful images in the movie comes from Jackie Robinson holding in emotion amidst a slew of racial slurs from Phillies manager Ben Chapman. After he escapes to the dugout, he finally lets out all the pent-up anger with Rickey looking on. What impact does that scene have on the film?
That scene with Ben Chapman and the abuse that he delivered in public, on the field, is certainly a very emotional scene and I think one of the scenes that will have the greatest impact on the audience.
To you, was that one of the more poignant scenes?
I think there are many poignant scenes, including the ones between Jackie and Rachel (Jackie's widow). I think the whole film, each scene is a part of a puzzle that comes together to tell the whole story. I don't think one scene is more important than another. It's the story overall that I found fascinating.
What do you look for when deciding on a role to take? Any more sports movies on the horizon for you?
I don't look for films in light of whatever genre they're a part of. I look for good characters and good people to work with. So I don't know if there will be another sports film that will come my way like this.
What do you think the differences are between being a baseball executive back then versus now?
I wouldn't be the man to tell you (laughs) – it's probably a much bigger business than it was back then.
You grew up in Chicago, what are your memories of the Cubs or White Sox?
I remember Wrigley Field and that particularly vibrant little square green in the middle of Wrigley Field and how improbable and exciting that place is. I remember the field and the green, green grass probably more vividly than the games that I saw. It was rare for our family to go to a baseball game but I remember it well.


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And who are you to be talkin 'bout, what I be doin man?
I'm the upper echelon, who is you to evaluate my performance?
How would you like it if I came to your job
And evaluated your performance? {*laughter*}
Are you the best at what you do?
Your name don't even come up in conversation man
Better get it while the gettin is good, and do what you do
No hesitation, ain't no time for playin games
Go 'head and take all you can, and grab with both hands
Do it big or they won't even know your name
While the gettin is good, you do what you do
No hesitation ain't no time for playin games
Go 'head and take all you can, and grab with both hands
Do it big or they won't even know your name
Yo, aiyyo
What are you doin wit'cha life? Your time on Earth is sacred
The time you spend at your plantation is it worth the paper?
It's like you workin for nathan, the money's circulatin
You can't pay your mortgage but you buyin bottles perpetratin
Chill with them threatening raps
You sound lame, you a snake, you made the plane with your venomous acts
They call me Gentleman Sav
Cause I back Miss Congeniality like Benjamin Bratt
Attractin chicks who like the "Feminine Fatt"
While you only deal with the bitches, I deal with the realest women
It's ill how they feel the rhythm in they mid-section
When they blessed with the child-bearin hips
But the softest pair of lips is when they hair get flipped
I love my culture and heritage, it keep me from being derelict
Invested in myself like this was Merrill Lynch
Been waitin for my second comin like I'm heavensent
Even though I'm not your savior I'll grace you with my benevolence
Yo, yo, yo
My style is unfadeable and haterproof I'll slay the booth
I'm known to interrupt the program like late breakin news
Some say its only eggheads that I cater to
Well wait a few in order to make an omelette I gotta break a few
My plate is full, I wasn't 'sposed to be here but I made it through
My reputation grew, I left.. blood on the stage for you
How dare you say that my commitment is debatable
I'm married to the music; you rhythm then I'm a slave to you
Commercial artists so relatable
The consumer appetite is insatiable, I could do what they could do easily
But then they'd say Kweli be seemin fake to you
Record sales ain't makin you, money is motivatin you
The artist gotta lead I hope the fan base stay with you
The products shoddy if you rush it for the paper true
D'Angelo and Sade they, take a decade or two
Keep that good music comin and they'll wait for you


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Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
- Free WiFi in lobby
- Collect nights
Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpurfrom $60
- King Executive
- Deluxe Twin Room
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Plus)
- Deluxe Twin Room (Plus)
- King Deluxe
- Twin Executive
- King Executive Plus
- Twin Executive Plus
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View
- Deluxe Twin Room, Lake View
- Grand Executive Suite
- Lifestyle Suite
- King Executive Lake View
- Twin Executive Lake View
- Presidential Suite
- Penthouse, Business Lounge Access
More great choices
What's around Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
- Heart of Kuala Lumpur
- Petaling Street - 28 min walk
- Mid Valley Mega Mall - 32 min walk
- Kuala Lumpur Sentral - 9 min walk
- NU Sentral - 12 min walk
- Central Market - 27 min walk
- Jamek Mosque - 31 min walk
- National Mosque - 31 min walk
Getting around
- Kuala Lumpur (KUL-Kuala Lumpur Intl.) - 47 min drive
- Subang (SZB-Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah) - 27 min drive
- Kuala Lumpur Sentral Station - 2 min walk
- Kuala Lumpur KTM Komuter Station - 25 min walk
- Kuala Lumpur Station - 25 min walk
- KL Sentral Station - 6 min walk
- Tun Sambanthan Station - 11 min walk
- Bangsar Station - 17 min walk
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
At a glance
Key facts
Hotel size
- This hotel has 512 rooms
- This hotel is arranged over 26 floors
Check-in and check-out
- Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Check-out time is noon
- Express check-in/out
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Travelling with others
- Pets not allowed
- Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas
- WiFi and wired Internet access in rooms *
- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours) *
- Valet parking *
- RV/bus/truck parking
Payment types at the property
- Cash
In the hotel
- Buffet breakfast daily (surcharge)
- 6 restaurants
- 3 bars/lounges
- Coffee shop/café
- Poolside bar
- 24-hour room service
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Outdoor pool
- Children's pool
- Fitness facilities
- Full-service spa
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Waterslide
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Business center
- Conference space
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge services
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Hair salon
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Luggage storage
- Wedding services
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Year Built - 2004
- Elevator
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Terrace
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Arabic
- Chinese
- English
- French
- German
- Hindi
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Malay
In the room
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Bathrobes
- Slippers
- Iron/ironing board
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room massage available
- Individually furnished
- Private bathroom
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Rainfall showerhead
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- 49-inch LED TV
- Premium TV channels
- Desk
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Phone
- Free bottled water
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Also popular with travelers from the USA
Special features
The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.
The spa is open daily.
DiningBoardwalk - This poolside restaurant specializes in fusion cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Iketeru - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Chynna - This restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Graze - This restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Vasco's - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur's small print
Also known as
- Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur
- Hilton Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur Hilton
- Hilton International Kuala Lumpur
- Hilton Kuala Lumpur Hotel Kuala Lumpur
- Hilton Kuala Lumpur Hotel
- Hilton Kuala Lumpur Hotel
- Hilton Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur
- Hilton Kuala Lumpur Hotel Kuala Lumpur
For transfers, guests must contact the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation.
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at check-in or check-out:
- A tax of MYR 10.00 per accommodation, per night is imposed by the country of Malaysia and collected at the property. Permanent residents and Malaysian nationals are exempt from the tax. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Self parking costs MYR 3 per stay
Valet parking costs MYR 30 per stay
Extended parking is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for MYR 140 per night
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of MYR 88 for adults and MYR 44 for children (approximately)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MYR 350 per vehicle (one way)
WiFi is available in guestrooms for MYR 29 per day (rates may vary)
Wired Internet access is available in guestrooms for MYR 29 per day (rates may vary)
We have included all charges provided to us by this property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the unit you book.
Didn't find the right property?Continue searching for Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Recent reviews
Fabulous 8.8 From 1,520 reviews
We had a wonderful time,the property was both elegant,and ornate.I think the staff was bith professional as well as very friendly highly recommended.
The stay was amazing. Room was big and spacious with luxurious feel. The hotel breakfast spread was amazing with lots of choices. Hotel accommodated our request for a high floor room away from lift.
Directions to the nearest working lift lobby could be improved in the P2 car park.
Absolutely incredible hotel! I was given a top floor room with stunning views of the city. The hotel is conveniently located next to the KL Sentral train and metro station, making it super simple to get to and from the airport, as well as around the city for tourism. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Kuala Lumpur.
Everything was great, except location. There are a maze of freeways around the hotel so if you want to walk to downtown it's confusing. But taxis are really cheap. Grab (like uber) even cheaper. If you like bars go to 150 Petaling. Nice people, great cocktails, hidden behind a toy store sign at of course 150 Petaling. A few blocks past the night market in Chinatown. Good duck rolls as well. Hotel is a bargain just for the breakfast. Pool is also very nice.
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PSYC 479. Field Work in Applied Psychological Research
Students who elect to do field work in psychology are placed in community agencies for the purpose of acquiring supervised field experience under qualified professionals in areas indicated by the student's particular interests and aptitudes. The course provides a link between the knowledge of psychological theories, methods and research acquired in the classroom and the application of this knowledge to current problems in society. Three hours per week are spent in the agency for each course credit hour earned. Most human service agencies require nine hours per week (3 credits). Registration requires permission of the Department Field Work Adviser, who should be consulted at least one semester in advance of course registration. Because screening of student applicants by the Department of Psychology is basic to the specified agreement with each agency, the course is open only to Psychology majors.
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Not belonging to another particular nationality has ever stopped me from celebrating that country's holidays – after all, it's just another good excuse to have a few nice drinks. Bastille Day is no exception with its timeliness in summer after our own July 4th parties, and in preparation of tonight's activities I'll be making several cocktails with a bottle of Lillet Rose. Recently released this last spring for the first time, the Rose brings the flavors of several different grapes together into a wonderful aperitif which can be served chilled on its own or mixed in with other drinks.
See if any local establishments are throwing a special event for today – if in Seattle, you might like to check out the Corson Building and Le Pichet.


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Silca participated in the 2016 ERSI Convention, the Meeting of the Italian Locksmith and Security Expert Association (ERSI), which took place on 15 and 16 April in Bologna.
Visitors showed great interest in Silca latest electronic key cutting machines Triax Pro and Unocode Pro and in the cloning and programming devices dedicated to the automotive key duplication service. Silca illustrated also the new business opportunity offered by the Silca ID48 Solution in a seminar attended by over a hundred people.