The White House of USA

On Thursday, June 26, 2008, the President signed into law: H.R. 3179, H.R. 3913, S. 1245 and S. 2516.

The White House announced today the President’s appointment of 14 White House Fellows, selected by the President’s Commission on White House Fellowships, to participate in America’s most prestigious fellowship program for leadership development and public service. The 2008-2009 Class of White House Fellows represents a highly distinguished group of men and women exemplifying a diverse cross-section of professions including medicine, education, business, and science technology. Additionally, three branches of the military are represented among the newly appointed Fellows. The list of the 2008-2009 Class and their biographies are included below.

President Bush on Thursday said, “Groups like yours have harnessed a power that no government bureaucracy can match. So when I came to Washington, my goal was to ensure that government made you a full partner in our efforts to serve those in need. And the results have been uplifting. And that’s what we’re here to talk about today. It’s an opportunity to celebrate your achievements, to thank you for your life-changing work, and to look ahead to ways that you will extend your record of compassion in the years to come.”

President Bush on Thursday said, “Groups like yours have harnessed a power that no government bureaucracy can match. So when I came to Washington, my goal was to ensure that government made you a full partner in our efforts to serve those in need. And the results have been uplifting. And that’s what we’re here to talk about today. It’s an opportunity to celebrate your achievements, to thank you for your life-changing work, and to look ahead to ways that you will extend your record of compassion in the years to come.”

President Bush on Thursday said, “The 4th of July is fast approaching, and Democratic leaders in Congress have scheduled another recess. Americans are concerned that Congress may leave town with a lot of important business that hasn’t been completed.”