State of the Union Addresses

"State of the Union Addresses" by George W. Bush is a compilation of speeches that show the president's main goals for the country, both at home and around the world, during his time in office in the early 2000s. Covering the period after the September 11 attacks to the end of his time as president, these addresses focus on the problems and plans the United States dealt with, like keeping the country safe, improving schools, healthcare, and the economy. The first speech, given on February 27, 2001, presents President Bush’s ideas about government, money, and what he thought was important, emphasizing an active style of leading with attention to education and helping others. It points out problems the country faced, like job losses and struggling schools, while also mentioning the nation’s good points, such as a balanced budget and a strong military. Bush stresses working together in government, asking Congress to find solutions that help all Americans, especially with funding for education and changes to health care, setting the stage for the talks and suggestions in later speeches.