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President Bush Participates in Briefing at Emergency Operations Center
President George W. Bush speaks with federal, state and local officials at the Louisiana Emergency Operations Center in Baton Rouge, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, where he was briefed in the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. Gustav was a Category 2 storm when it made landfall Monday, in Cocodrie, La. At the request of Gov. Bobby Jindal, center, President Bush Tuesday issued a Major Disaster Declaration for 34 of the state's parishes. Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden listens at right. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush speaks with federal, state and local officials at the Louisiana Emergency Operations Center in Baton Rouge, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, where he was briefed in the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. Gustav was a Category 2 storm when it made landfall Monday, in Cocodrie, La. At the request of Gov. Bobby Jindal, center, President Bush Tuesday issued a Major Disaster Declaration for 34 of the state's parishes. Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden listens at right. White House photo by Eric Draper Full Story
Vice President Dick Cheney is greeted by President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev for meetings at the Summer Presidential Palace Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Vice President Cheney thanked the President for his country's contributions in the fight against global terrorism, and said, "America deeply appreciates Azerbaijan's contributions to the cause of peace and security, both in this volatile region and internationally. And we support the people of Azerbaijan in their efforts, often in the face of great challenges, to strengthen democracy, the rule of law, and respect for human rights, and to build a prosperous, modern, independent country that can serve as a pillar of moderation and stability in this critical part of the world." White House photo by David Bohrer
Vice President Dick Cheney and President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev stand together Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, before their meetings at the Summer Presidential Palace in Baku, Azerbaijan. White House photo by David Bohrer
Vice President Dick Cheney meets with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the Summer Presidential Palace in Baku, Azerbaijan. Said the Vice President, "The U.S. and Azerbaijan have many interests in common. We both seek greater stability, security and cooperation in the vital region of the world. We share the goal of energy security for ourselves and for the international community. And we are both devoted to the cause of peace." White House photo by David Bohrer
Vice President Dick Cheney and President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev take in a view of the Caspian Sea Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, from the balcony of the Summer Presidential Palace in Baku, Azerbaijan. White House photo by David Bohrer
Vice President Dick Cheney and Mrs. Lynne Cheney are escorted by First Deputy Prime Minister of Azerbaijan Mr. Yagub Eyyubov, right, upon their arrival to Heydar Aliyev International Airport Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, in Baku, Azerbaijan. The visit to Baku is the first stop on a multi-day trip to the Caucasus region followed by visits to Ukraine and Italy. White House photo by David Bohrer
President George W. Bush is greeted by Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden after arriving in Louisiana Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008. The President met with federal, state and local officials at the Louisiana State Emergency Operations Center for a briefing in the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush stands with workers inside the Louisiana State Emergency Operations Center Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, in Baton Rouge. Speaking to all those who came to the aide in the wake of Hurricane Gustav, the President said, "I want to thank all the volunteers and the faith-based community that always rises up in a challenge like this. They listen to that universal call to love a neighbor. And that's happening here in Louisiana again." White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush greets military personnel who assisted with Hurricane Gustav emergency response during his briefing Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, at the Louisiana State Emergency Operations Center in Baton Rouge. Acknowledging the response and coordination efforts, the President said, "State government, the local government and the federal government were able to work effectively together." White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush speaks with federal, state and local officials at the Louisiana Emergency Operations Center in Baton Rouge, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, where he was briefed in the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. Gustav was a Category 2 storm when it made landfall Monday, in Cocodrie, La. At the request of Gov. Bobby Jindal, center, President Bush Tuesday issued a Major Disaster Declaration for 34 of the state's parishes. Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden listens at right. White House photo by Eric Draper
 
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