The Bush administration today offered to talk directly to North Korea and recognize its sovereignty in a push to keep it from testing the nuclear bombs.

The president traveled to Georgia from Moscow where he joined Russian President Vladimir Putin for a parade to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Allied victory in World War II.

The trip may require some careful diplomacy as well, since Russia has objected to the president visiting the Baltic nations.

it would detract from and undermine our efforts.

The Bush administration wants to open up as much as 58-and-a-half million acres of remote land to road building, logging and other commercial activity that would reverse an order back in 2001 by President Clinton to limit development.

Our economy is the envy of the world, unfortunately our schools are not.

The topics, two issues close to the president's heart: Social Security reform and energy policy.

He's expected to focus on Social Security and his energy plan.

Mr. Bush rarely held conferences in his first term. They have, however, become more frequent since his reelection.

Mr. Bush says the new law will help end abuse of bankruptcy laws. People who can afford to will have to repay some of what they owe.

Laura and I offer our congratulations to Pope Benedict XVI. He's a man of great wisdom and knowledge. He's a man who serves the lord. We join with our fellow citizens and millions around the world who pray for continued strength and…

The House has approved legislation that makes it more difficult for people to wipe out their debts through bankruptcy.