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A Red, White and Blue Christmas "This year’s theme celebrates the patriotic spirit that unites us as Americans. During this hopeful season we are reminded of the blessings of freedom we enjoy, and we renew our sense of what is important in our lives. Family and friends gather to share old traditions and create new ones. Strangers exchange smiles and tidings of good cheer. Children happily sing along to the songs of the holidays and help bake holiday treats for their loved ones. " - President and Mrs. Bush
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Presidential Transition The peaceful transfer of power from one Presidential Administration to the next is a hallmark of American democracy. With our Nation at war, our homeland targeted by terrorist adversaries, and our economy facing serious challenges, the Administration is committed to establishing and executing a transition plan that minimizes disruption, maintains continuity, and addresses the major changes in government since the 2000 transition, including the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004, as well as the creation of the Department of Homeland Security, the Director of National Intelligence, and the Homeland Security Council.
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U.S. Economy President Bush has outlined decisive government action to preserve and sustain America's financial system and economy. This is a pivotal moment for America's economy. Problems that originated in the credit markets – and first showed up in the area of subprime mortgages – have spread throughout our financial system. As a result, the government is acting now to protect our Nation's economic health from serious risk.
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President George W. Bush participates in a roundtable on mentoring children of prisoners initiative Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at the Youth Focus, Inc., in Greensboro, N.C., where President Bush praised the Youth Focus program for their work in helping youngsters toward a brighter future. White House photo by Chris Greenberg

President George W. Bush participates in a roundtable on mentoring children of prisoners initiative Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, at the Youth Focus, Inc., in Greensboro, N.C., where President Bush praised the Youth Focus program for their work in helping youngsters toward a brighter future. White House photo by Chris Greenberg

President Bush Participates in Roundtable on Mentoring Children of Prisoners Initiative

President Bush on Tuesday said, "I am thankful that you all have come to talk to me about a very important initiative, and it's a mentoring program aimed at helping children of people who are incarcerated. I set a goal for the country that from 2003 until 2008 that we'd have 100,000 such matches with adults combined with a child who could use some love. And I'm pleased that as of September we've exceeded that goal. And I want to thank you all for being a part of a program that hopefully is bringing hope to people's lives. I think it is."
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Dana Perino

Watch Thursday's Press Briefing with White House Press Secretary Dana Perino
President Bush Discusses World AIDS Day

President Bush on Monday said, "Today is World AIDS Day, a day we reaffirm our commitment to fight HIV/AIDS at home and abroad. Thirty-three million people around the world are living with HIV, including more than one million Americans. Once again this year, to observe World AIDS Day, there is a red ribbon on the North Portico of the White House. The ribbon is a symbol of our resolve to confront HIV/AIDS and to affirm the matchless value of every life." en Español En Español
Fact sheet In Focus: HIV/AIDS
World AIDS Day Discussed on "Ask the White House"

On Monday, Ambassador Mark Dybul, US Global AIDS Coordinator, discussed World AIDS Day. View the transcript.
President and Mrs. Bush Participate in Saddleback Civil Forum on Global Health

President Bush on Monday said, "We're a better nation when we save lives. And I wish the American people could see what we have seen after this PEPFAR initiative has kicked in and brought results. I mean, people literally lining the roads in Tanzania, all waving and anxious to express their love and appreciation to the American President who represents the American people." en Español En Español
Fact sheet In Focus: HIV/AIDS
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