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Record of Achievement President George W. Bush’s first term has been among the most consequential and successful in modern times.-- Click here for more...

Africa is a continent of challenge and promise. The President is committed to helping African nations meet these challenges and fulfill that promise with policies and initiatives designed to extend liberty, prosperity and peace on the continent.

Discuss the Economy Tomorrow Treasury Secretary John Snow will take your questions about the economy tomorrow at 2:30pm.
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Barney Cam II: Barney ReloadedWatch "Barney Cam II: Barney Reloaded," the highly anticipated sequel to last year's holiday blockbuster video "Barney Cam."

Barney Cam II Will be Released Today! Barney is back and better than ever in the holiday movie event of the year. Barney Cam II will be released today at 11am. Can't wait til then?

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The First Dog What's up with the President's Scottish Terrier, Barney? We'll keep you posted on his happenings. Click here for the latest.....

25 Years of Service...

White House Pastry Chef Roland Mesnier is retiring after 25 years at the White House.
-- Click here to learn more about his desserts and his career...

Do Not CallThe Federal Communications Commission has joined with the Federal Trade Commission to create a National Do Not Call Registry, a tool that will help ensure that telemarketers respect the privacy of our nation's citizens.

The White House recently hosted the Annual Easter Egg Roll. Secretary Mel Martinez read to children from the book "The Little Red Rabbit that Wanted Red Wings". Click here for more.

Easter Roll 2004 Update The 2004 White House Easter Egg Roll was held Monday until the rain forced the event to close a couple hours early. Click here to watch the opening ceremony and some of the Easter book readings.

The Growing Economy America's economy is strong and getting stronger, and the President's jobs and growth plan is working.

September 29, 2004
Margaret Spellings on Ask the White House

September 26, 2004
Education: The Promise of America

September 22, 2004
Fact Sheet: America's Teachers: Fulfilling the Promise of No Child Left Behind

August 24, 2004
No Child Left Behind discussed on "Ask the White House"

June 21, 2004
President's Education Policies Discussed on "Ask the White House"

May 12, 2004
President Bush Discusses No Child Left Behind & "Reading First"

May 11, 2004
President Bush Visits Butterfield Junior High in Van Buren, Arkansas

May 4, 2004
Charter Schools Discussed on Ask the White House

April 30, 2004
President Bush Signs Indian Education Executive Order

April 21, 2004
President Bush Announces 2004 National/State Teachers of the Year

April 6, 2004
President Announces New Education Intiatives for Stronger Workforce

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Education: The Promise of America
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Educating America: The President's Initiatives for High School, Higher Education and Job Training
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Early Childhood Development Guide "Good Start, Grow Smart"
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A Quality Teacher in Every Classroom: Improving Teacher Quality and Enhancing the Profession
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Click the map for more about education reform in your state.

Early Childhood Education Initiative

Quality Teacher in Every Classroom

U.S. Department of Education

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

National Endowment for the Humanities

President's Trip to the U.K.

At the invitation of Her Majesty The Queen, the President traveled to the United Kingdom to affirm the broad and historic alliance shared by the United States and Great Britain.

1At the invitation of Her Majesty The Queen, the President traveled to the United Kingdom to affirm the broad and historic alliance shared by the United States and Great Britain.

The President's Challenge President Bush visited the YMCA in Dallas to highlight his HealthierUS initiative designed to help Americans, especially children, live longer, better, and healthier lives.

On December 3, President Bush signed into law the Healthy Forests Restoration Act of 2003 to reduce the threat of destructive wildfires while upholding environmental standards and encouraging early public input during review and planning processes. More...

Day Two
Click here for a full recap of day two at the G8 summit and to learn more about the summit in Evian, France.

Ghosts of the White House Americans have long enjoyed telling ghost stories. There are some great ghost stories here at the White House as well. Click here for more...

President Bush toured Inspiration Rock in the Coronado National Forest near Tucson, Arizona, to promote the need for healthy forests.

A Season of StoriesFirst Lady Laura Bush selected "A Season of Stories" combining the wonder of the season with the magic of classic children's stories that have shaped American culture.

Current Threat Level

The Department of Homeland Security in consultation with the Homeland Security Council, has made the decision to move the national threat level from a High risk of terrorist attack to an Elevated risk or level Yellow.

President Bush Reaffirms Commitments in Iraq
After a meeting at the Pentagon on Monday, President Bush reiterated the U.S. commitment in Iraq: to take every measure necessary to assure the safety of personnel and Iraqi citizens, to transfer sovereignty to an Iraqi government as quickly as possible and to provide a full accounting for the cruel and disgraceful abuse of Iraqi detainees.

A Call for Fairness The Senate has a Constitutional responsibility to hold an up or down vote on judicial nominees and to do so within a reasonable time after nomination.
Find out more.

During President Bush's first two years in office, only 53% of appeals court nominees were confirmed compared to a rate of over 90% during the same period for the last 3 Presidencies.

Happy Fourth of July! Have a Bush administration picnic with recipes from the White House and the Cabinet, watch the fireworks and look at July 4 photos on our special Independence Day page.

Kenya State VisitWhite House Chief Usher Gary Walters and his staff discussed the menu, flowers, and arrangements of the October 6 State Dinner.

Third Season of Tee-Ball
President Bush kicked-off the third season of tee-ball at the White House Sunday, June 22. Click here for more information.
Video Backgrounder

Kids Want to Know is a new, interactive feature on Whitehousekids.gov where White House officials provide video answers to what kids from all over the USA want to know about the President of the United States. Kids Want to Know answers kid's questions about the President Bush, the White House, U.S. history, and the First Family pets, Barney, Spot and India.

Click here to watch the latest edition of Kids Want to Know.

Vice President's Office
The Vice President's Office in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building is called the Vice President's Ceremonial Office. Take a video tour with the Vice President...

Vice President's Office
The Vice President's Office in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building is called the Vice President's Ceremonial Office. Take a video tour with the Vice President...

Improving and Modernizing Medicare
The President called for Congresss to act on the 38th Anniversary of Medicare Wednesday. The President's goal is to give seniors more choices and better benefits under Medicare -- including a long-awaited prescription drug benefit. Click here to hear the President's remarks.

The New $20 BillThe most secure currency in U.S. history was introduced on October 9, as a newly redesigned, colorful $20 bill was issued by the Federal Reserve System.

America's Park of the Week
Park of the Week, a newly launched National Park Service web site, will highlight recreational opportunities and park improvements of a National Park each week. Click herefor this week's Park of the Week, Juan Bautista De Anza National Historic Trail in Arizona and California, and find out how to enjoy one of America's National Parks.

Pennsylvania Avenue Project
Jorge Alverez, Project Engineer, speaks to our White House Kids reporter on progress on the historic renovation of Pennsylvania Avenue.

Iraq ReconstructionHumanitarian and reconstruction resources are helping to improve the daily lives of the Iraqi people. USAID Mission Director Lew Lucke spoke about the progress on "Ask the White House."

FEMA on Hurricane Recovery on Monday
FEMA director Mike Brown talks with Neal Vickers, Alabama Radio Network on October 4th. Click here for more . . .

The White House hosted its second "Radio Day" on January 21, 2004 as an opportunity for local and national radio hosts to interview White House officials and Cabinet members.

The Holy Month of Ramadan During this month, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset every day. It's a time to strengthen family and community ties.

President Ronald Reagan renewed America's confidence and restored our Nation. President Reagan has left us, but he has left us stronger and better. More...

State of the Union 2004
President Bush delivered the State of the Union Address.
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The New Budget On February 2, President Bush released his Fiscal Year 2005 budget, a plan to help make America a more secure, more prosperous, and more hopeful country.

Batter Up
This is the fourth year of the President's White House Tee Ball Initiative. Click here for more...

American Innovation On April 26, 2004, President Bush announced a series of specific measures to inspire a new generation of American innovation - policies. Click here for more information.

President Bush and Prime Minister Allawi Press Conference
The President said, "I''m honored to stand with the Prime Minister of a free and sovereign Iraq."

Thanksgiving 2003
Almost 400 years ago, after surviving their first winter at Plymouth, the Pilgrims celebrated a harvest feast to give thanks. George Washington proclaimed the first National Day of Thanksgiving in 1789, and Abraham Lincoln revived the tradition during the Civil War.
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Live Webcast Today at 3pm Live Webcast of 2003 Presidential Early Career Awards will begin at 3pm (Eastern Time). Click here to watch Webcast.

New Pages, New Features We add new features to the White House web site all the time. To see the latest on whitehouse.gov, click here.

Visit our Featured Pages
Over the years, we've produced special pages to highlight White House traditions and customs or to better organize our web site. Here are a few of those pages.

Email the White House... Q: Tony from Vacaville, CA
Tax breaks are great for families with children living at home, but what about the parents and families working to put their kids through college?
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The Greatest Generation The official dedication of the World War II Memorial was held over Memorial Day weekend. Click here to see 360 degree tours of the Memorial, watch the President's remarks and learn about the new Memorial.

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