Bush Vows to Stay Course on Economy, Iraq

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Bush Vows to Stay Course on Economy, Iraq
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By RON FOURNIER, AP Political Writer

KALAMAZOO, Mich. - President Bush (news - web sites), winding his way by bus through job-strapped Michigan and Ohio, acknowledged Monday that the region is still in the throes of an ailing economy while warning that Democratic challenger John Kerry (news - web sites) is not the steady leader America needs.

Looking to show equal parts empathy and determination, Bush told Republican-friendly audiences that "when the president speaks, he better mean what he says," and also said that in time of war, "what the country needs is a leader who speaks clearly."

The reference was to Kerry, whom the Bush campaign has tried to portray as a candidate who lacks conviction and merely says what is politically expedient. As Bush campaigned, Kerry unveiled new ads that tout his "lifetime of service and strength."

Bush pointed out that the economy is showing signs of growth nationwide, "but lags in Michigan, I understand that." The president added: "I understand that Michigan still suffers."

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Bush told Republican-friendly audiences that "when the president speaks, he better mean what he says," and also said that in time of war, "what the country needs is a leader who speaks clearly."

LOL, I guess that means we need Kerry to be president. Thanks for the endorsement bushie.