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Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents

Monday, November 22, 2004 Volume 40—Number 47 Pages 2827–2840

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Addresses and Remarks Proclamations See also Appointments and Nominations America Recycles Day—2829 Arkansas Dedication of the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park in Little Resignations and Retirements Rock—2834 Agriculture Department, Secretary, Presidential luncheon in Little Rock—2836 statement—2829 Radio address—2827 Education Department, Secretary, Thanksgiving turkey presentation ceremony— statement—2828 2832 Energy Department, Secretary, statement— Appointments and Nominations 2828 Education Department, Secretary, remarks— State Department, Secretary, statement—2828 2833 State Department, Secretary, remarks—2830 Statements by the President White House Office, National Security Adviser, remarks—2830 See also Resignations and Retirements Communications to Congress Republican National Committee, resignation of chairman—2829 Japan-U.S. Social Security Agreement, message transmitting—2834 Squirrel River in Alaska, message transmitting Supplementary Materials report—2834 Acts approved by the President—2840 Executive Orders Checklist of White House press releases— Assignment of Functions Under the United 2840 States Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Digest of other White House Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act of 2003— announcements—2836 2831 Nominations submitted to the Senate—2838

Editor’s Note: The President was in Santiago, Chile, on November 19, the closing date of this issue. Releases and announcements issued by the Office of the Press Secretary but not received in time for inclusion in this issue will be printed next week.

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The President’s Radio Address country. The Iraqi Government is on track November 13, 2004 to meet its goal of fielding more than 200,000 security personnel by the end of next year. Good morning. Earlier this week, Prime In January, the Iraqi people will elect a Minister Allawi of Iraq authorized military transitional National Assembly, which will operations to rid the city of Fallujah of Sad- draft a new constitution to prepare the way dam holdouts and foreign terrorists. Amer- for the election of a permanent Iraqi Govern- ican marines and soldiers, alongside Iraqi se- ment. The Iraqi people, like the people of curity forces, are on the offensive against the Afghanistan before them, are embracing a killers who have been using Fallujah as a base democratic future even in the face of threats of operations for terrorist attacks and who and intimidation. Throughout the country, have held the local population in the grip Iraqi men and women are registering to vote; of fear. political parties are forming; candidates for Fighting together, our forces have made office are stepping forward. significant progress in the last several days. International support for the Iraqi election They are taking back the city, clearing is essential, and that support continues to mosques of weapons and explosives stock- grow. Military forces from some 30 nations piled by insurgents, and restoring order for are working alongside Iraqi forces, helping law-abiding citizens. to establish stability and security. A U.N. In the course of this operation, Iraqi troops team is providing critical technical support have discovered new evidence of the enemy’s to Iraq’s independent electoral commission. brutality. An Iraqi general has described hos- Other diplomatic personnel are helping the tage slaughter houses, where terrorists have Iraqi people prepare for those elections to killed innocent victims and proudly recorded be held on schedule in January. their barbaric crimes. The terrorists have As those elections draw near, the despera- shown once again the stakes of this struggle. tion of the killers will grow, and the violence They seek to spread fear and violence could escalate. The success of democracy in throughout Iraq, throughout the broader Iraq would be a crushing blow to the forces Middle East, and throughout the world, and of terror, and the terrorists know it. The de- they will fail. The terrorists will be defeated. feat of terror in Iraq will set that nation on Iraq will be free, and the world will be more a course to lasting freedom and will give hope secure. Our commitment to the success of to millions, and the Iraqi people know it. And democracy in Iraq is unshakable, and we will a free, democratic Iraq will inspire reformers prevail. throughout the Middle East and make Amer- Ultimately, Iraq must be able to defend ica more secure. itself, and Iraqi security forces are taking in- The United States and our allies have creasing responsibility for their country’s se- shown our determination to help Iraqis curity. As we see in Fallujah and as we saw achieve their liberty. We will continue to in Najaf and elsewhere, Iraqi security forces stand by our friends, and we will finish the are standing and fighting and risking their job. lives for the future of their nation. As terror- Thank you for listening. ists have targeted these forces, still more NOTE: The address was recorded at 12:50 p.m. brave Iraqis have come forward as volun- on November 12 in the Cabinet Room at the teers. Today, nearly 115,000 trained and White House for broadcast at 10:06 a.m. on No- equipped Iraqi soldiers, police officers, and vember 13. The transcript was made available by other security personnel are serving their the Office of the Press Secretary on November 2827

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12 but was embargoed for release until the broad- Statement on the Resignation of cast. In his remarks, the President referred to Roderick R. Paige as Secretary of Prime Minister Ayad Allawi of the Iraqi Interim Education Government; and former President Saddam Hus- sein of Iraq. The Office of the Press Secretary November 15, 2004 also released a Spanish language transcript of this address. Rod Paige has been at the forefront of fun- damentally reforming and improving our Na- tion’s public education system so that no Statement on the Resignation of child is left behind in America. His passion Colin L. Powell as Secretary of State for taking on the status quo and fighting for reform underscores his strong commitment November 15, 2004 to our country’s young people and his desire to give them a brighter future. Throughout Colin Powell is one of the great public his life, Rod has overcome great obstacles servants of our time. He is a soldier, a dip- and achieved great success. He represents lomat, a civic leader, a statesman, and a great the best of America. patriot. I value his friendship. He will be We have only begun the long-term trans- missed. On behalf of all Americans, I thank formation of education so that future genera- him for his many years of service, and I wish tions can enjoy all of the promise and oppor- him and Alma all the best. tunity America has to offer. Thanks to the In his 4 years as Secretary of State, Colin hard work of Rod Paige, we have a very forged new alliances that are helping Amer- strong start and are well on our way to ful- ica win the war on terror and reinvigorated filling that promise. old and honored friendships. He has helped I am thankful for Rod’s leadership during to build two great coalitions that have liber- this important time and am grateful for his ated more than 50 million people in Afghani- friendship. I wish him all the best. stan and Iraq from brutal dictators and which NOTE: The Office of the Press Secretary also are now helping those nations emerge as suc- made available Secretary Paige’s letter of resigna- cessful democracies. He was a key architect tion. of the Broader Middle East Initiative, which is helping to spread freedom and democracy in that region. Statement on the Resignation of His diplomatic skills also helped to end re- Spencer Abraham as Secretary of gional conflicts and lower tensions on the In- Energy dian subcontinent. Through his advocacy, he November 15, 2004 focused the world’s attention on the plight of the suffering in Sudan, Liberia, and Haiti. Spence Abraham has been a valued mem- His role in resolving the EP–3 incident early ber of the Cabinet and a strong and steady leader of the Department of Energy. He in my administration showed the calm judg- helped develop our National Energy Policy ment and steady resolve he has brought to to reduce our country’s reliance on foreign our foreign policy. Thousands of dedicated sources of energy and to provide reliable, af- foreign policy professionals are grateful for fordable, and environmentally sound energy his leadership in modernizing and strength- for America’s future. He launched new tech- ening the Department of State. nological research initiatives that will lead to the next generation of pollution-free auto- NOTE: The Office of the Press Secretary also mobiles and clean coal powerplants. In the made available Secretary Powell’s letter of res- war on terror, Spence Abraham played a piv- ignation. otal role in keeping the most dangerous

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weapons out of the hands of the most dan- ple to our cause by sharing our vision of a gerous people through his work on nuclear safer world and more hopeful America. His nonproliferation. successful efforts in outreach, registration, I am very grateful for Spence’s service and and voter turnout will be an enduring legacy thank him for his sacrifice and hard work for on which to build a long-lasting governing America. I wish him and Jane all the best. coalition. Republicans now hold the Presidency, ma- NOTE: The Office of the Press Secretary also jorities in both Houses of Congress, and the made available Secretary Abraham’s letter of res- ignation. majority of governorships and State legisla- tures. That’s due to a lot of hard work by many people, and one of the most important Statement on the Resignation of contributions has been the personal commit- Ann M. Veneman as Secretary of ment, creativity, and leadership of Ed Gil- Agriculture lespie these past years. I thank Ed for his exceptional service and November 15, 2004 friendship and wish him and Cathy all the Ann Veneman has been a strong advocate best. for America’s farm and ranch families. As Secretary of Agriculture, she has been a valu- able member of my Cabinet, working to en- sure that we promote economic opportuni- ties for farmers and ranchers, ensure a safe and wholesome food supply, and sell Amer- ican farm products all around the world. Proclamation 7846—America I commend Ann for her efforts to enact Recycles Day, 2004 and implement a responsible farm bill with November 15, 2004 strong conservation provisions. I greatly ap- preciate Ann’s leadership in ensuring that we responded quickly and effectively to protect By the President of the United States the American food supply following the dis- of America covery of BSE in the United States and fol- lowing September 11th. She has helped en- A Proclamation sure commonsense forest management and Our Nation is dedicated to good steward- skillfully implemented the Healthy Forests ship of our natural resources. On America Initiative. She has played a key role in open- Recycles Day, we reaffirm our commitment ing markets and in ensuring a level playing to preserving our resources and recycling. field for America’s farm products. Our country produces more than 200 mil- Ann has served our country with distinc- lion tons of municipal solid waste—approxi- tion and integrity. I appreciate her fine work mately 4 pounds of waste per person per day. and wish her well. As more garbage is generated, the demands NOTE: The Office of the Press Secretary also on our landfills, natural resources, and envi- made available Secretary Veneman’s letter of res- ronment continue to grow. Recycling helps ignation. conserve energy and natural resources, pro- vides raw materials for key domestic indus- tries, reduces air and water pollution, cuts Statement on the Resignation of greenhouse gas emissions, and promotes the Ed Gillespie as Chairman of the development of cleaner technologies. Recy- Republican National Committee cling and composting diverts millions of tons November 15, 2004 of material away from landfills and inciner- ators. Through curbside collection and recy- Ed Gillespie has done an outstanding job clable drop-off centers, communities across as chairman of the Republican National our Nation are demonstrating their commit- Committee. He helped bring many new peo- ment to protecting our environment and to

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building a better future for our next genera- and selfless and principled, and our entire tion. Nation is grateful for his lifetime of service. Now, Therefore, I, George W. Bush, I’m also grateful that Steve Hadley has President of the United States of America, agreed to become my new National Security by virtue of the authority vested in me by Adviser. Steve served Presidents Nixon, the Constitution and laws of the United Ford, and Bush before me, and he has done States, do hereby proclaim November 15, a superb job as Dr. Rice’s deputy during 2004, as America Recycles Day. I call upon these past 4 years. Steve is a man of wisdom the people of the United States to observe and good judgment. He has earned my trust, this day with appropriate programs and ac- and I look forward to his continued vital serv- tivities. ice on my national security team. In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set When confirmed by the Senate, my hand this fifteenth day of November, in Condoleezza Rice will take office at a critical the year of our Lord two thousand four, and time for our country. We’re a nation at war. of the Independence of the United States of We’re leading a large coalition against a de- America the two hundred and twenty-ninth. termined enemy. We’re putting in place new George W. Bush structures and institutions to confront outlaw regimes, to oppose proliferation of dangerous [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, weapons and materials, and to break up ter- 9:09 a.m., November 17, 2004] ror networks. NOTE: This proclamation was published in the The United States has undertaken a great Federal Register on November 18. calling of history to aid the forces of reform and freedom in the broader Middle East so that that region can grow in hope instead of Remarks on the Nomination of growing in anger. We’re pursuing a positive Condoleezza Rice To Be Secretary of new direction to resolve the Arab-Israeli con- State and the Appointment of flict, an approach that honors the peaceful Stephen J. Hadley As National aspirations of the Palestinian people through Security Adviser a democratic state and an approach that will November 16, 2004 ensure the security of our good friend Israel. Meeting all of these objectives will require The President. Good afternoon. I’m wise and skillful leadership at the Depart- pleased to announce my nomination of Dr. ment of State, and Condi Rice is the right Condoleezza Rice to be America’s Secretary person for that challenge. She’s a recognized of State. Condi Rice is already known to all expert in international affairs, a distinguished Americans and to much of the world. teacher and academic leader, and a public During the last 4 years, I’ve relied on her servant with years of White House experi- counsel, benefited from her great experi- ence. She displays a commitment to excel- ence, and appreciated her sound and steady lence in every aspect of her life, from shaping judgment. And now I’m honored that she has our strategy in the war on terror to coordi- agreed to serve in my Cabinet. The Secretary nating national security policy across the of State is America’s face to the world. And Government to performing classical music on in Dr. Rice, the world will see the strength, stage. Above all, Dr. Rice has a deep, abiding the grace, and the decency of our country. belief in the value and power of liberty, be- Both Condi and I have been proud to cause she has seen freedom denied and free- serve with our friend Secretary of State Colin dom reborn. Powell. He has been one of the most effec- As a girl in the segregated South, Dr. Rice tive and admired diplomats in America’s his- saw the promise of America violated by racial tory. Secretary Powell has helped to rally the discrimination and by the violence that world in a global war. He’s helped to resolve comes from hate. But she was taught by her dangerous regional conflicts. He’s helped to mother, Angelena, and her father, the Rev- confront the desperate challenges of hunger, erend John Rice, that human dignity is the poverty, and disease. He has been tireless gift of God and that the ideals of America

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would overcome oppression. That early wis- AIDS Act, which the Secretary shall dom has guided her through life, and that perform, in the case of section 304, after truth has guided our Nation to a better day. consultation with the Secretary of I know that the Reverend and Mrs. Rice Health and Human Services.’’; would be filled with pride to see the daughter (b) in section 1–701, by inserting, after they raised in Birmingham, Alabama, chosen subsection (g), the following new sub- for the office first held by Thomas Jefferson. sections: Something tells me, however, they would not ‘‘(h) Those functions conferred by section be surprised. [Laughter] 1(f)(1) and section 1(f)(2)(B)(ii)(VII) of As many of you know, Condi’s true ambi- the State Department Basic Authorities tion is beyond my power to grant. [Laughter] Act of 1956, as amended (22 U.S.C. She would really like to be the commissioner 2651a). of the National Football League. I’m glad ‘‘(i) Those functions conferred by section she’s put those plans on hold once again. The 202(d)(4)(C)(i) and (ii) of the HIV/ Nation needs her. I urge the Senate to AIDS Act, as amended.’’; promptly confirm Condoleezza Rice as (c) by adding at the end thereof the fol- America’s 66th Secretary of State. lowing new section: Congratulations. ‘‘1–906. Implementation. In carrying out [At this point, Secretary-designate Rice made this order, officers of the United States brief remarks.] shall ensure that all actions taken by them are consistent with the President’s The President. Good job. Thank you all. constitutional authority to: (a) conduct the foreign affairs of the United States; NOTE: The President spoke at 12:33 p.m. in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. The tran- (b) withhold information the disclosure script released by the Office of the Press Secretary of which could impair the foreign rela- also included the remarks of Secretary-designate tions, the national security, the delibera- Rice. tive processes of the Executive, or the performance of the Executive’s constitu- tional duties; (c) recommend for con- Executive Order 13361—Assignment gressional consideration such measures of Functions Under the United States as the President may judge necessary Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, and expedient; and (d) supervise the Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act of unitary executive branch.’’. 2003 Sec. 2. Nothing in this order shall be con- November 16, 2004 strued to impair or otherwise affect the func- tions of the Director of the Office of Man- By the authority vested in me as President agement and Budget relating to budget, ad- by the Constitution and the laws of the ministrative, or legislative proposals. United States of America, including section Sec. 3. This order is intended only to im- 301 of title 3, United States Code, it is hereby prove the internal management of the execu- ordered as follows: tive branch and is not intended to, and does Section 1. Executive Order 12163 of Sep- not, create any right or benefit, substantive tember 29, 1979, as amended, is further or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity amended as follows: by a party against the United States, its de- (a) in subsection 1–100(a), by striking the partments, agencies, entities, officers, em- period at the end of paragraph (15), by in- ployees or agents, or any other person. serting a semicolon at the end of paragraph George W. Bush (15), and by adding at the end thereof the The White House, following new paragraph: November 16, 2004. ‘‘(16) the United States Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, Malaria Act of 2003 (Public Law 108– 8:45 a.m., November 18, 2004] 25)(the ‘‘HIV/AIDS Act’’), as amended, NOTE: This Executive order was published in the and amendments made by the HIV/ Federal Register on November 19.

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Remarks at the Thanksgiving Turkey We’ve also got some special guests from Presentation Ceremony the Immaculate Conception School. I’m glad you took this field trip to the White House. November 17, 2004 I’m grateful to your school and the parish for sharing some of your blessings during the Thank you all. Please be seated. Welcome. holidays. This is the 40th year Immaculate Welcome to a beautiful day here in the Rose Conception has provided food baskets to Garden. I’m pleased to welcome Biscuits— [laughter]—the National Thanksgiving Tur- families in the Shaw neighborhood to make key. Biscuits, welcome. [Laughter] sure they have plenty to eat for their Thanks- giving dinner. For the sake of our feathered This is an election year, and Biscuits had guests, I’m not going to elaborate on the con- to earn his spot at the White House. Over the past week, thousands of voters cast bal- tents of those baskets. [Laughter] lots on the White House web site. It was a The Thanksgiving tradition dates back to close race. You might say it was neck and our Nation’s earliest days. We are a nation neck. [Laughter] When all the voters were founded by men and women who deeply felt in—all the votes were in, Biscuits and his their dependence on God and always gave runningmate, Gravy, prevailed over the tick- Him thanks and praise. As we prepare for et of Patience and Fortitude. [Laughter] The Thanksgiving in 2004, we have much to be Vice President and I are here to congratulate thankful for, our families, our friends, our Biscuits for a race well run. beautiful country, and the freedom granted It came down to a few battleground States. to each one of us by the Almighty. [Laughter] It was a tough contest, and it During this holiday season, we think espe- turned out some 527 organizations got in- cially of our men and women of the Armed volved—[laughter]—including Barnyard Forces, many of whom are spending Thanks- Animals for Truth. [Laughter] There was a giving far from home. Last Thanksgiving, I scurrilous film that came out, ‘‘Fahrenheit had the privilege of meeting with our military 375 Degrees at 10 Minutes Per Pound.’’ serving in Baghdad area of Iraq. Those men [Laughter] Now it’s a time for healing. and women, like all who wear our Nation’s This day took a lot of planning, and I want uniform, have volunteered to serve. Through to thank all those who helped. I appreciate their courage and skill and sacrifice, they are Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman. She keeping our country safe and free. America has served our Nation with class and distinc- is proud of our military. We’re proud of our tion. I’m going to miss having her in my Cabi- military families, and we give them our net, and I wish her all the best. thanks every day of the year. Congressman, I’m honored you are here. The National Thanksgiving Turkey will Thanks for coming. I know that you’re deeply soon be on stage for all to see, but he’s not concerned about the fate of this year’s going to end up on the table. I’m granting Thanksgiving turkey. You’re a man of deep him a Presidential pardon. Not only will I compassion. grant the pardon to Biscuits; I will also grant I want to thank everyone here with the one to Gravy as well. I wish them well as National Turkey Federation, especially John they begin their new life at Frying Pan Park O’Carroll and Alice Johnson. Welcome. in the great State of . I want to thank Kevin Foltz and his family Laura and I and the Vice President wish for the fine job they did in raising Biscuits every American a happy Thanksgiving. May and Gravy on their farm in Mathias, West God bless you all, and may God continue to Virginia. They fed the turkeys American corn bless our country. and American soybeans. And from the looks of it, he had a pretty healthy appetite. NOTE: The President spoke at 10:15 a.m. in the [Laughter] I’m also grateful to Kevin’s chil- Rose Garden at the White House. In his remarks, dren, Kolby, Kollin, and Korey, who helped he referred to John O’Carroll, chairman, and Alice to coach the turkeys to face the cameras on L. Johnson, president, National Turkey Federa- their big day here. tion.

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Remarks on the Nomination of progress in reading and math. The Nation’s Margaret Spellings To Be Secretary schools are stronger because of Rod Paige’s of Education leadership. I’m grateful for his friendship. I’m grateful for his years of service. November 17, 2004 We’ve made great progress in our schools, and there is more work to do. Margaret Spellings and I are determined to extend the The President. Thank you all. Please be high standards and accountability measures seated. Good morning. I’m proud to an- of the No Child Left Behind Act to all of nounce my nomination of Margaret Spellings America’s public high schools. We must en- to be the Secretary of Education. sure that a high school diploma is a sign of I’ve known Margaret Spellings for more real achievement, so that our young people than a decade. I have relied on her intellect have the tools to go to college and to fill the and judgment throughout my career in pub- jobs of the 21st century. And in all our re- lic service. As Governor of Texas, I called forms, we will continue to stand behind our on her to serve the children of our State as Nation’s teachers, who work so hard for our my chief education adviser, a job she carried children. out with conviction and great results. The issue of education is close to my heart. When I was elected President, I asked her And on this vital issue, there is no one I trust to serve as Assistant to the President for Do- more than Margaret Spellings. Two decades mestic Policy. I’ve benefited from her knowl- ago, as a young aide in the Texas State legisla- edge and experience on many issues, from ture, Margaret dedicated herself to strength- health care to immigration to job training. ening public schools. She went on to help I’m now calling on this energetic reformer lead the Texas Association of School Boards, to serve the children of America by con- to advise two Governors on school reform, tinuing our vital work of improving our Na- and to serve 4 years as my top domestic pol- tion’s public schools. icy adviser right here in the White House. Margaret Spellings has a special passion And now her talent and idealism have for this cause. She believes that every child brought her to the highest education office can learn and that every school can succeed. in the land. Through it all, she has kept her And she knows the stakes are too high to good humor and her perspective on life. She tolerate failure. She believes in high stand- is a devoted, loving mother to Mary and ards and improving the resources nec- Grace, and Laura and I are proud to count essary—and providing the resources nec- her and Robert as good friends. essary to meet those standards. In Margaret I urge the Senate to promptly confirm Spellings, America’s children, teachers, and Margaret Spellings as America’s eighth Sec- parents will have a principled, determined retary of Education. And I look forward to ally in my Cabinet. She has my complete having her in my Cabinet. trust, and she will be an outstanding Sec- Congratulations. retary of Education. With the Senate’s approval, Margaret [At this point, Secretary-designate Spellings Spellings will continue the work of a fine ed- made brief remarks.] ucator and leader, Secretary Rod Paige. As The President. Good job. Secretary of Education, this humble and de-

cent man inspired his Department and im- NOTE: The President spoke at 11:07 a.m. in the plemented the most significant Federal edu- Roosevelt Room at the White House. The tran- cation reform in a generation. Today, thanks script released by the Office of the Press Secretary to the No Child Left Behind Act, students also included the remarks of Secretary-designate of every background are making hopeful Spellings.

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Message to the Congress I commend to the Congress the United Transmitting the Japan-United States-Japan Social Security Agreement and States Social Security Agreement related documents. George W. Bush November 17, 2004 The White House, To the Congress of the United States: November 17, 2004. Pursuant to section 233(e)(1) of the Social Security Act, as amended by the Social Secu- Message to the Congress rity Amendments of 1977 (Public Law 95– 216, 42 U.S.C. 433(e)(1)), I transmit here- Transmitting a Report on the with the Agreement between the United Squirrel River in Alaska States of America and Japan on Social Secu- November 17, 2004 rity, which consists of two separate instru- To the Congress of the United States: ments: a principal agreement and an admin- I transmit herewith the enclosed study, istrative arrangement. The Agreement was findings, and report for the Squirrel River signed at Washington on February 19, 2004. in Alaska. The report and my recommenda- The United States-Japan Agreement is tions are submitted pursuant to my authority similar in objective to the social security under Article II, section 3, of the Constitu- agreements already in force with Australia, tion of the United States, and consistent with Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Finland, section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, (WSR) Act, Public Law 90–542, as amended. Korea, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Nor- The Squirrel River suitability study was au- way, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, thorized by Public Law 96–487 (Alaska Na- and the United Kingdom. Such bilateral tional Interest Lands Conservation Act). agreements provide for limited coordination The study conducted by the Bureau of between the United States and foreign social Land Management determined that all 100 security systems to eliminate dual social secu- miles of the river are nonsuitable for inclu- rity coverage and taxation, and to help pre- sion in the National WSR System. Consistent vent the lost benefit protection that can with the study, I recommend that the Con- occur when workers divide their careers be- gress take no action to designate the river. tween two countries. The United States- The withdrawal provided by section 5(a) of Japan Agreement contains all provisions the WSR Act would expire within 3 years mandated by section 233 and other provi- of the date of this message (unless other ac- sions which I deem appropriate to carry out tion is taken by the Congress). Approximately the purposes of section 233, pursuant to sec- 81,501 acres of State-selected lands would be tion 233(c)(4). opened to mineral entry although mineral I also transmit for the information of the potential has been assessed as very low and Congress a report prepared by the Social Se- there are no past or active mining claims. curity Administration explaining the key points of the Agreement, along with a para- George W. Bush graph-by-paragraph explanation of the provi- The White House, sions of the principal agreement and the re- November 17, 2004. lated administrative arrangement. Annexed to this report is the report required by sec- tion 233(e)(1) of the Social Security Act, a Remarks at the Dedication of the report on the effect of the Agreement on in- William J. Clinton Presidential come and expenditures of the United States Center and Park in Little Rock, Social Security program and the number of Arkansas individuals affected by the Agreement. November 18, 2004 The Department of State and the Social Security Administration have recommended President Clinton, Senator Clinton, Presi- the Agreement and related documents to me. dent Carter and Mrs. Carter, President Bush

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and Mother—[laughter]—Governor and ‘‘If Clinton were the Titanic, the iceberg Mrs. Huckabee, distinguished guests, ladies would sink.’’ [Laughter] and gentlemen: Laura and I are really During his Presidency, Bill Clinton seized pleased to be a part of this happy and historic important opportunities on issues from wel- occasion. On this day of dedication, we honor fare to free trade. He was a tireless champion the man from Hope, Arkansas, who became of peace in the Middle East. He used Amer- the 42d President of the United States. Mr. ican power in the Balkans to confront aggres- President, congratulations. sion and halt ethnic cleansing. And in all his This Presidential library chronicles a vivid actions and decisions, the American people era in American history for the benefit of fu- sensed a deep empathy for the poor and the ture generations. It will contribute to the vi- powerless. Shortly before leaving office, tality of this fine city and to the great State President Clinton said, ‘‘Christ admonished of Arkansas. The collections here record the us that our lives will be judged by how we dedication and hard work of thousands who do unto the least of our neighbors.’’ Through- brought talent and idealism to public service. out his career, Bill Clinton has done his best And at the center of that era, at the head to live up to that standard, and Americans of that administration was an able and ener- respect him for it. getic American. President Bill Clinton led At every stage of his remarkable life, Presi- our country with optimism and a great affec- dent Clinton has made and kept countless tion for the American people, and that affec- friends, who share in the joy of this day. And tion has been returned. He gave all to his three people in particular have the largest job, and the Nation gave him two terms. part in this remarkable story. One day more In the early 1990s, the American people than 30 years ago, inside the Yale Law Li- saw a young, well-spoken, relatively unknown brary, a fellow student walked over to Bill Governor rise to national prominence. Yet Clinton and said, ‘‘If you’re going to keep for decades here in Arkansas, the signs of staring at me and I’m going to keep staring destiny were clear. When young William en- back, we ought to at least know each other’s tered a new school in the fourth grade, a name. Mine’s Hillary Rodham. What is classmate recalls, ‘‘He didn’t mean to, but yours?’’ [Laughter] That was a good day for he just took the place over.’’ [Laughter] both of them and the beginning of a partner- When Governor Clinton declared his can- ship unique in American history. So today didacy for President in this city, his close we honor the former first lady of Arkansas, friends were not surprised in the least. the former First Lady of America, the United They’d always known that Bill Clinton’s mo- States Senator from New York, Senator Hil- ment in history would come. lary Rodham Clinton. Arkansas is a State that knows political skill Perhaps the Clintons’ greatest achieve- when you see it. A fellow in Saline County ment is their daughter, who moved into the was asked by his son why he liked Governor White House as a young girl and left as an Clinton so much. He said, ‘‘Son, he’ll look accomplished young lady. It’s not easy to be you in the eye. He’ll shake your hand. He’ll a teenager in the White House, but it’s a hold your baby. He’ll pet your dog—all at lot easier when you have a loving mother and the same time.’’ [Laughter] a loving father that Chelsea Clinton had. Over the years, Bill Clinton showed him- This magnificent Presidential library and self to be much more than a good politician. the American life it celebrates would not His home State elected him the Governor have been possible without the love and sac- in the 1970s, the 1980s, and the 1990s be- rifice of a special lady. Among his heroes, cause he was an innovator, a serious student President Clinton always includes his moth- of policy, and a man of great compassion. er, Virginia Kelley, ‘‘a working woman and In the White House, the whole Nation wit- a widow.’’ Virginia was there when her son nessed his brilliance and his mastery of de- took the oath of office, and we know that tail, his persuasive power, and his persist- she would be incredibly proud of this day. ence. The President is not the kind to give The story that began in a little house on up a fight. His staffers were known to say, Hervey Street in Hope, Arkansas, is the kind

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of story that inspires people from every back- in our future. And Americans continued to ground, all over America. In this great Na- like the man that he so clearly liked. tion, it is always possible for a child to go One man’s journey from Hope, Arkansas, as far as their talent and vision can take them. to the White House, the story told in this Visitors to this place will be reminded of the library, is an American story. It’s a story of great promise of our country, and the dreams talent recognized early and lifelong friend- that came true in the life of our 42d Presi- ships and hard work that was rewarded. The dent. The William J. Clinton Presidential Li- boy who shook the hand of John F. Kennedy brary is a gift to the future by a man who in the Rose Garden has shaken the hands always believed in the future. And today we of many young people and inspired them thank him for loving and serving America. with his idealism. And this library will carry God bless. that message into the future. Americans look to our former Presidents NOTE: The President spoke at 12:20 p.m. In his as elder statesmen. In the case of President remarks, he referred to Gov. Mike Huckabee of Clinton, the elder statesman is about one Arkansas and his wife, Janet. month younger than I am. [Laughter] His public service came early, and his service to America has not ended. So on this special Remarks at a Presidential Luncheon afternoon I ask you to join me in a toast: in Little Rock To the past and to the future of our Nation’s November 18, 2004 42d President. God bless you. Thank you all. Mr. President, thank you very much, sir. Senator Clinton and Chelsea, NOTE: The President spoke at 2:20 p.m. in a pavil- Mother and Dad—it works every time when ion at the William J. Clinton Presidential Center I say ‘‘Mother,’’ you know? [Laughter] Presi- and Park. In his remarks, he referred to former President Ernesto Zedillo of Mexico; and former dent Zedillo and Prime Minister Peres and Foreign Minister Shimon Peres of Israel. A tape distinguished guests: Laura and I are really was not available for verification of the content pleased to be with you this afternoon. Thanks of these remarks. for such gracious hospitality. It is our honor to join in dedicating this magnificent library. The tour was fantastic. The people of Arkan- sas are going to love having the library here. The people of America are going to love Digest of Other coming here. It’s really well done. White House Announcements I know many here today were involved in creating this impressive library. I want to thank you for contributing and helping. And The following list includes the President’s public schedule and other items of general interest an- I know many here who served in the adminis- nounced by the Office of the Press Secretary and tration that is chronicled here. All of you not included elsewhere in this issue. were drawn to the talent and the vision and the energy of President Bill Clinton. Today we recognize the first person from November 13 Arkansas to serve as the Chief Executive of In the morning, the President had an intel- our country, the first in his party to win re- ligence briefing. election since Franklin Roosevelt, and a lead- er who filled the White House with energy November 15 and with joy. In the morning, the President had an intel- During 8 eventful years, Bill Clinton ap- ligence briefing and met with the National plied tremendous gifts to the service of this Security Council. country and for the cause of peace, and we’re In the afternoon, in the State Dining grateful for his service. Americans trusted Room, the President hosted a lunch for their future to a man who deeply believed newly elected Members of the House of

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Representatives. Later, he met with Senate to be members of the Board of Directors of Majority Leader and Speaker of the the Corporation for National and Commu- House of Representatives J. nity Service. to discuss legislative priorities. The President announced his intention to The President announced his intention to nominate D. Jeffrey Hirschberg and Ken- nominate Jonathan Steven Adelstein to be a neth Y. Tomlinson (Chairman) to be mem- Commissioner of the Federal Communica- bers of the Broadcasting Board of Governors. tions Commission. The President announced his intention to The President announced his intention to appoint John Salamone as a member of the nominate Harold Jennings Creel, Jr., to be Board of Trustees of the Christopher Colum- a Commissioner of the Federal Maritime bus Fellowship Foundation. Commission. The President announced his intention to nominate Patricia Cushwa to be a member of the U.S. Parole Commission. November 16 The President announced his intention to In the morning, the President had separate nominate Michael V. Dunn to be a Commis- sioner of the Commodity Futures Trading telephone conversations with President Commission. Umar Hasan Ahmad al-Bashir of Sudan and The President announced his intention to Dr. John Garang de Mabior, Chairman of nominate Tony Hammond to be a Commis- the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement, to sioner of the Postal Rate Commission. discuss the peace process in Sudan. He also The President announced his intention to had an intelligence briefing. nominate Albert Henry Konetzni, Jr., to be The White House announced that the a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Com- President will visit Ottawa, Canada, from No- mission. vember 30 to December 1 to meet with The President announced his intention to Prime Minister Paul Martin of Canada. nominate Dallas Tonsager to be a member The President declared a major disaster in of the Farm Credit Administration Board. Delaware and ordered Federal aid to supple- The President announced his intention to ment State and local recovery efforts in the nominate Raymond Thomas Wagner, Jr., to area struck by severe storms, tornadoes, and be a member of the Internal Revenue Serv- flooding from the remnants of Hurricane ice Oversight Board. Jeanne on September 28 to October 2. The President announced his intention to The President declared a major disaster in nominate Jay T. Snyder to be a member of Alaska and ordered Federal aid to supple- the U.S. Advisory Commission on Public Di- ment State and local recovery efforts in the plomacy. area struck by a severe winter storm, tidal The President announced his intention to surges, and flooding on October 18–20. nominate Ernest J. Wilson III to be a mem- ber of the Board of Directors of the Corpora- tion for Public Broadcasting. The President announced his intention to November 17 nominate Sharon Tucker to be a member of In the morning, the President had an intel- the Board of Trustees of the Harry S. Tru- man Scholarship Foundation. ligence briefing. Later, in the Oval Office, The President announced his intention to he had a breakfast meeting with congres- nominate Laurie Stenberg Nichols, Edward sional leaders to discuss legislative priorities. Alton Parrish, and Charles P. Ruch to be At the meeting, he congratulated Senator members of the Board of Trustees of the Harry Reid of Nevada on his selection as new Scholarship and Excellence Senate minority leader. in Education Foundation. Later in the morning, the President par- The President announced his intention to ticipated in a photo opportunity with Shauna nominate Jacob Joseph Lew and Mimi Mager Fleming, founder, A Million Thanks.

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In the afternoon, the President met with November 19 members of the Commission on the Intel- In the morning, the President had an intel- ligence Capabilities of the United States Re- ligence briefing. Later, he and Mrs. Bush garding Weapons of Mass Destruction, who traveled to Santiago, Chile, arriving in the updated him on the Commission’s progress. evening. Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President and Mrs. Bush presented the National Medal of Arts awards and the Na- tional Humanities Medal awards. The President announced the following re- Nominations cipients of the National Medal of Arts for Submitted to the Senate 2004: the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Ray Bradbury, Carlisle Floyd, Frederick The following list does not include promotions of ‘‘Rick’’ Hart, Anthony Hecht, John Ruthven, members of the Uniformed Services, nominations Vincent Scully, and Twyla Tharp. to the Service Academies, or nominations of For- The President announced the following re- eign Service officers. cipients of the National Humanities Medal for 2004: Marva Collins, Gertrude Submitted November 16 Himmelfarb, Hilton Kramer, Madeleine L’Engle, Harvey Mansfield, John Searle, Jonathan Steven Adelstein, Shelby Steele, and the U.S. Capitol Histor- of South Dakota, to be a member of the Fed- ical Society. eral Communications Commission for a term The President announced his intention to expiring June 30, 2008 (reappointment). appoint as Counsel to the President. Harold Jennings Creel, Jr., of South Carolina, to be a Federal Maritime Commissioner for the term expiring June 30, 2009 (reappointment). November 18 Patricia Cushwa, In the morning, the President had an intel- of Maryland, to be a Commissioner of the ligence briefing. Later, he and Mrs. Bush U.S. Parole Commission for a term of 6 traveled to Little Rock, AR. years, vice Janie L. Jeffers. In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush traveled to the Bush Ranch in Michael V. Dunn, Crawford, TX. of Iowa, to be a Commissioner of the Com- The President announced that the fol- modity Futures Trading Commission for the lowing individuals will serve as the leadership remainder of the term expiring June 19, of the 2005 Presidential Inaugural Com- 2006, vice James E. Newsome, resigned. mittee: Jeanne L. Phillips, Chairman, Greg Carolyn L. Gallagher, Jenkins, Executive Director, and Bill and of Texas, to be a Governor of the U.S. Postal Kathy DeWitt, Brad Freeman, and Mercer Service for the remainder of the term expir- and Gabrielle Reynolds, Cochairs. ing December 8, 2005, vice Erensta Ballard, The President announced that the fol- resigned, to which position she was ap- lowing individuals will serve as members of pointed during the last recess of the Senate. the 2005 Presidential Inaugural Finance Committee: Nancy and Rich Kinder, Dawn Louis J. Giuliano, and Al Hoffman, Dawn and Roland Arnall, of New York, to be a Governor of the U.S. Marcie and Bruce Benson, Sue Ellen and Joe Postal Service for a term expiring December Canizaro, Germaine and Jim Culbertson, 8, 2009, vice Albert Casey, to which position Marilyn and Sam Fox, Martha and Dwight he was appointed during the last recess of Schar, and Patty and Roger Williams. the Senate.

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Alberto R. Gonzales, Jay T. Snyder, of Texas, to be Attorney General, vice John of New York, to be a member of the U.S. Ashcroft, resigned. Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy for a term expiring July 1, 2007 (reappoint- Tony Hammond, ment). of Virginia, to be a Commissioner of the Post- al Rate Commission for a term expiring Octo- Kenneth Y. Tomlinson, ber 14, 2010 (reappointment). of Virginia, to be a member of the Broad- D. Jeffrey Hirschberg, casting Board of Governors for a term expir- of Wisconsin, to be a member of the Broad- ing August 13, 2007 (reappointment). casting Board of Governors for a term expir- ing August 13, 2007 (reappointment). Kenneth Y. Tomlinson, of Virginia, to be Chairman of the Broad- Albert Henry Konetzni, Jr., casting Board of Governors (reappointment). of New York, to be a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a term expiring Dallas Tonsager, June 30, 2009, vice Richard A. Meserve, re- of South Dakota, to be a member of the signed. Farm Credit Administration Board, Farm Jacob Joseph Lew, Credit Administration for a term expiring of New York, to be a member of the Board May 21, 2010, vice Michael M. Reyna, term of Directors of the Corporation for National expired. and Community Service for a term expiring October 6, 2008, vice Arthur J. Naparstek, Sharon Tucker, term expired. of Georgia, to be a member of the Board of Trustees of the Harry S. Truman Scholar- Mimi Mager, ship Foundation for a term expiring Decem- of the District of Columbia, to be a member ber 10, 2005, vice E. Gordon Gee, term ex- of the Board of Directors of the Corporation pired. for National and Community Service for a term expiring December 27, 2007, vice Mark Raymond Thomas Wagner, Jr., D. Gearan, term expired. of Missouri, to be a member of the Internal Laurie Stenberg Nichols, Revenue Service Oversight Board for a term of South Dakota, to be a member of the expiring September 14, 2009 (reappoint- Board of Trustees of the Barry Goldwater ment). Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation for a term expiring March 3, Ernest J. Wilson III, 2010, vice Donna Dearman Smith, term ex- of Maryland, to be a member of the Board pired. of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting for a term expiring January 31, Edward Alton Parrish, 2010 (reappointment). of Virginia, to be a member of the Board of Trustees of the Barry Goldwater Scholar- Jennifer M. Anderson, ship and Excellence in Education Founda- of the District of Columbia, to be an Asso- tion for a term expiring April 17, 2008, vice ciate Judge of the Superior Court of the Dis- Hans Mark, resigned. trict of Columbia for the term of 15 years, Charles P. Ruch, vice Steffen W. Graae, retired. of South Dakota, to be a member of the Board of Trustees of the Barry Goldwater A. Noel Anketell Kramer, Scholarship and Excellence in Education of the District of Columbia, to be an Asso- Foundation for a term expiring August 11, ciate Judge of the District of Columbia Court 2010, vice Niranjan Shamalbhai Shah, term of Appeals for the term of 15 years, vice John expired. Montague Steadman, retired.

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Withdrawn November 16 Released November 15 Ann C. Rosenthal, Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- of Iowa, to be a member of the Board of retary Scott McClellan Directors of the National Institute of Build- ing Sciences for a term expiring September Released November 16 7, 2003, vice Steve M. Hays, term expired, Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- and for a term expiring September 7, 2006 retary Scott McClellan (reappointment), which were sent to the Sen- ate on June 12, 2003. Statement by the Press Secretary on the President’s upcoming visit to Ottawa, Canada Lawrence T. Di Rita, Statement by the Press Secretary on disaster of Michigan, to be an Assistant Secretary of assistance to Delaware Defense, vice Victoria Clarke, which was sent to the Senate on November 21, 2003. Statement by the Press Secretary on disaster assistance to Alaska Submitted November 17 Announcement on the appointment of Ste- A. Wilson Greene, phen J. Hadley as National Security Adviser of Virginia, to be a member of the National Museum and Library Services Board for a Released November 17 term expiring December 6, 2009 (reappoint- Transcript of a press briefing by Press Sec- ment). retary Scott McClellan Katina P. Strauch, Statement by the Press Secretary expressing of South Carolina, to be a member of the sympathy to the family of Margaret Hassan National Museum and Library Services Board for a term expiring December 6, 2009, Released November 18 vice Elizabeth J. Pruet, term expiring. Transcript of a press gaggle by Press Sec- retary Scott McClellan Statement by the Press Secretary on the elec- tion process in Ukraine

Released November 19 Checklist Statement by the Press Secretary announcing that the President signed S. 2986 of White House Press Releases

The following list contains releases of the Office of the Press Secretary that are neither printed as items nor covered by entries in the Digest of Other White House Announcements. Acts Approved Released November 13 by the President Statement by Dr. Jonathan Reiner, Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at NOTE: No acts approved by the President were George Washington University Hospital, on received by the Office of the Federal Register the Vice President’s medical evaluation during the period covered by this issue.

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