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October 18, 2006 | Last Updated 7:06 p.m. (EDT)
 
President Bush Discusses No Child Left Behind Act in North Carolina
President Bush on Wednesday said, "I understand what it means for public schools to guess whether or not a child can read and write, and add and subtract, and I understand fully the consequences of a system that guesses. I also understand the consequences of a system which measures, and a system which measures and corrects problems is a system which will help meet the great promise of this country." full story
Fact sheet Fact Sheet: A Day in North Carolina: President Bush Highlights the Success of No Child Left Behind
Fact sheet In Focus: Education

Military Commissions Act Discussed
Alberto Gonzales Attorney General Alberto Gonzales discussed the Military Commissions Act of 2006 on "Ask the White House" Wednesday. This bill, essential to winning the War on Terror, will preserve the tools needed by our military and intelligence professionals to help stop attacks and save American lives. Read the transcript.

President Bush Visits Victory Junction Gang Camp, Inc.
President Bush on Wednesday, "I can't tell you how thrilled I am to be with the Pettys and the champion race car drivers who have heard a call to help people who need help. And I wish our fellow citizens could see the physical layout here; and if you were here, you'd also feel the great sense of compassion. ... This is a place that's in honor of their son, Adam. They have made a conscious decision to turn a tragic event into a loving event." full story

President Bush Signs Military Commissions Act of 2006
President Bush on Tuesday said, "The Military Commissions Act of 2006 is one of the most important pieces of legislation in the war on terror. ... The bill I sign today helps secure this country, and it sends a clear message: This nation is patient and decent and fair, and we will never back down from the threats to our freedom." full story en Español
Fact sheet Fact Sheet: The Military Commissions Act of 2006
Fact sheet In Focus: National Security

President Attends Swearing-In Ceremony for Mary Peters as Secretary of Transportation
President Bush on Tuesday said, "Mary is a dedicated public servant, an experienced leader, and one of our nation's most innovative thinkers on transportation issues. Mary brings more than two decades of knowledge and skill to her new post. ... She understands the importance of a modern infrastructure and good management. And I'm pleased she has agreed to serve her country once again." full story
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President George W. Bush speaks during the signing of S. 3930, the Military Commissions Act of 2006, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006, in the East Room. "It is a rare occasion when a President can sign a bill he knows will save American lives. I have that privilege this morning," said President Bush. Pictured in the background are, from left, Deputy Director of National Intelligence Michael Hayden; General Peter Pace, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Attorney General Alberto Gonzales; Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and Vice President Dick Cheney. White House photo by Paul Morse President George W. Bush speaks during the signing of S. 3930, the Military Commissions Act of 2006, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006, in the East Room. "It is a rare occasion when a President can sign a bill he knows will save American lives. I have that privilege this morning," said President Bush. Pictured in the background are, from left, Deputy Director of National Intelligence Michael Hayden; General Peter Pace, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Attorney General Alberto Gonzales; Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and Vice President Dick Cheney. White House photo by Paul Morse
Education Reform
President Bush worked with Republicans and Democrats to pass the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), and he was proud to sign it into law. On Wednesday, President Bush visited the Greensboro area to highlight how NCLB has helped improve schools in North Carolina and across the country. Logo: No Child Left Behind
National Security
Global War on Terror
 President Bush's top priority is the safety and security of the American people. Though America and its allies are safer since 9/11, we are not yet safe. We have important challenges ahead as we wage a long-term battle not just against terrorists, but against the ideology that supports their agenda. 		National Security
Setting the Record Straight
Global Diplomacy
On Tuesday, President Bush welcomed Croatian Prime Minister Ivo Sanader to the White House to discuss cooperation in the War on Terror, stability in Southeast Europe, and U.S. support for Croatia's NATO and European Union aspirations. Global Diplomacy
The Economy
Strong U.S. Economy
 Economic growth continues with 51,000 new jobs created in September. There have been over 6.6 million new jobs created since August of 2003, and the unemployment rate dropped to 4.6 percent. Learn more about the President's pro-growth policies. 		President George W. Bush