http://www.wikio.com/search=Sarah Thomas Wikio - Sarah Thomas http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=63078232 Bush Welcomes 72 New U.S. Citizens (SARAH ABRUZZESE, 7/04/08, NY Times) On his last Fourth of July in office, President Bush welcomed 72 men and women on Friday as they prepared to take the oath of citizenship at the annual Independence Day ceremony at Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson. Addressing the honorees, who hailed from 30 countries, Mr. Bush spoke of the path to citizenship, Jefferson’s legacy and the ideals of the Declaration of Independence , written 232 years ago. “When you raise your hands and take the oath, you will complete an incredible journey,” Mr. Bush said. “That journey has taken you from many different countries; it’s now made you one people. From this day forward, the history of the United States will be part of your heritage. The Fourth of July will be part of your Independence Day. And I will be honored to call you a fellow American.” His remarks were interrupted at several points by protesters, some of whom shouted, “Impeach Bush.” As members of the audience of about 3,000 urged the demonstrators to be quiet, Mr. Bush addressed the disturbances, saying, “We believe in free speech in the United States of America.” MORE: President Bush Attends Monticello's 46th Annual Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization Ceremony (George W. Bush, Monticello, Charlottesville, Virginia, 7/04/08) In a life full of accomplishments, Thomas Jefferson was especially proud of the Declaration of Independence. Looking back 232 years later, it's easy to forget how revolutionary Jefferson's draft was. (Audience interruption.) At the time, some dismissed it as empty rhetoric. They believed the British Empire would crush the 13 colonies in the field of battle. And they believed a nation dedicated to liberty could never survive the world ruled by kings. (Audience interruption continues.) Today we know history had other plans. After many years of war, the United States won its independence. The principles that Thomas Jefferson enshrined in the Declaration became the guiding principles of the new nation. And at every generation, Americans have rededicated themselves to the belief that all men are created equal, with the God-given right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness . (Applause.) Thomas Jefferson understood that these rights do not belong to Americans alone. They belong to all mankind. And he looked to the day when all people could secure them. On the 50th anniversary of America's independence, Thomas Jefferson passed away. But before leaving this world, he explained that the principles of the Declaration of Independence were universal. In one of the final letters of his life, he wrote, "May it be to the world, what I believe it will be -- to some parts sooner, to others later, but finally to all -- the Signal of arousing men to burst the chains, and to assume the blessings and security of self-government." We honor Jefferson's legacy by aiding the rise of liberty in lands that do not know the blessings of freedom. And on this Fourth of July, we pay tribute to the brave men and women who wear the uniform of the United States of America. (Applause.) We also honor Jefferson's legacy by welcoming newcomers to our land. And that is what we're here to celebrate today. (Audience interruption.) Throughout our history, the words of the Declaration have inspired immigrants from around the world to set sail to our shores. (Interruption continues.) These immigrants have helped transform 13 small colonies into a great and growing nation of more than 300 [sic] people. They've made America a melting pot of cultures from all across the world. They've made diversity one of the great strengths of our democracy. And all of us here today are here to honor and pay tribute to that great notion of America. (Applause.) Those of you taking the oath of citizenship at this ceremony hail from 30 different nations. You represent many different ethnicities and races and religions. But you all have one thing in common -- and that is a shared love of freedom. This love of liberty is what binds our nation together, and this is the love that makes us all Americans. One man with special appreciation for liberty is Mya Soe from Burma. As a member of the Shan ethnic group, Mya faced discrimination and oppression at the hands of Burma's military junta. When he tried to reach local villagers -- when he tried to teach local villagers how to read and write the Shan language, the regime interrogated him and harassed him. In 2000, he left a life of fear for a life of freedom. He now works as a painter in the Charlottesville community. Today we welcome this brave immigrant as a citizen-to-be of the United States of America. (Applause.) I'm sure there are other stories like Mya's among you. But we must remember that the desire for freedom burns inside every man and woman and child. More than two centuries ago, this desire of freedom was -- had inspired the subjects of a mighty empire to declare themselves free and independent citizens of a new nation. Today that same desire for freedom has inspired 72 immigrants from around the world to become citizens of the greatest nation on Earth -- the United States of America. (Applause.) I congratulate you. I welcome you. I wish you all a happy Fourth of July. Thanks for inviting me. May God bless you, and may God continue to bless the United States of America. (Applause.) Posted by Orrin Judd (July 4, 2008 8:07 PM) Sat, 05 Jul 2008 01:07:39 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=63078232 2008-07-05T01:07:39Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=63171054 Western Nevada College has named 252 students to the Spring 2008 Dean's List. Eligible students must complete at least 12 credits for the semester with a 3.5 or higher grade point average. 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Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:01:44 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62716548 2008-07-02T09:01:44Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62668106 The 14th annual Essence Music Festival presented by Coca-Cola will celebrate another momentous year in New Orleans this July 4, 5 and 6 with the biggest names in entertainment and the nation’s most influential speakers, artists, authors and leaders. The Essence Music Festival is the nation’s largest annual gathering of African-American music and culture; featuring [...] Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:06:35 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62668106 2008-07-01T20:06:35Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62619388 Jack P. Shepherd's girlfriend Lauren Shippey is expecting a baby. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:09:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62619388 2008-07-01T15:09:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62545473 Sign me up: his middle name is nothing to be ashamed of. Barack Muammar Obama or Barack Yasser Obama—now, those would be problems. But who’s afraid of the big fat Hussein? Hussein, Hussein, Hussein… “Hu-Hu-Hussein, goodbye, Hu-Hu-Hussein don’t cry…” Emily Nordling has never met a Muslim, at least not to her knowledge. But [...] Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:11:45 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62545473 2008-07-01T00:11:45Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62505487 While many newspapers ride the blurred lines between campaigning for Barack Obama and reporting news about him the New York Times is making it clear that they have no desire to hide behind such pretense. Their “in the bag” effort on behalf of Barack Obama has become so blatant and transparent that they are now [...] Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:45:30 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62505487 2008-06-30T17:45:30Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62484680 A COLD-blooded clairvoyant who shot his solicitor dead over a grudge has lashed out at the judge who in Melbourne sentenced him to at least 24 years' jail. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62484680 2008-06-30T15:00:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62501676 A COLD-blooded clairvoyant who shot his solicitor dead over a grudge has lashed out at the judge who in Melbourne sentenced him to at least 24 years' jail. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62501676 2008-06-30T15:00:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62406532 You know, I am not a terribly religious person... I do not go to church every Sunday (and, in fact, have not been in quite some time), I have a hard time narrowing down what my beliefs exactly are (outside... Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:41:42 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62406532 2008-06-30T00:41:42Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62405662 A Highland couple has emerged as the prime suspects in a &#163300,000 art heist at the house of Billy Connolly's neighbour. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:00:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62405662 2008-06-29T23:00:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62403847 POLITICAL PERSPECTIVES The latest stories from NEWSWEEK magazine Politics: True or False Candidates Think Flip-Flopping is the Only Way to Win Elections. BY EVAN THOMAS Recent Supreme Court Decisions Show… BY STUART TAYLOR JR. The Voters of Appalachia… BY STEVE TUTTLE Politics: True or False Evangelicals Are Crucial to Winning the 2008 Election. BY LISA MILLER Summertime Blues Sometimes big events shake the nation’s sense of [...] Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:16:54 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62403847 2008-06-29T22:16:54Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62378507 I have to say, there is no other way to explain this other then its downright creepy: Emily Nordling has never met a Muslim, at least not to her knowledge. But this spring, Ms. Nordling, a 19-year-old student from Fort Thomas, Ky., gave herself a new middle name on Facebook.com…, mimicking her boyfriend and shocking her [...] Sun, 29 Jun 2008 16:11:02 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62378507 2008-06-29T16:11:02Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62374750 Emily Nordling has never met a Muslim, at least not to her knowledge. But this spring, Ms. Nordling, a 19-year-old student from Fort Thomas, Ky., gave herself a new middle name on Facebook.com, mimicking her boyfriend and shocking her father.... Sun, 29 Jun 2008 13:57:09 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62374750 2008-06-29T13:57:09Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62361438 Obama Supporters Take His Middle Name as Their Own By JODI KANTO http://goatmilk.wordpress.com/2008/06/29/become-hussein-for-obama/R Emily Nordling has never met a Muslim, at least not to her knowledge. But this spring, Ms. Nordling, a 19-year-old student from Fort Thomas, Ky., gave herself a new middle name on Facebook.com, mimicking her boyfriend and shocking her father. “Emily Hussein Nordling,” her entry now [...] Sun, 29 Jun 2008 10:54:37 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62361438 2008-06-29T10:54:37Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62352388 A growing band of supporters of Senator Barack Obama are expressing solidarity with him by informally adopting his middle name, Hussein. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 09:38:18 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62352388 2008-06-29T09:38:18Z http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62344875 Obama volunteers from Columbus, Ohio, who have adopted the middle name Hussein include J. T. Marcum, left, Aaron Barclay, Alex Enderle, Norm Shoemaker and Chelsey McCune. They use the name on the Internet and in greeting one another. Obama... Sun, 29 Jun 2008 07:28:09 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/Sarah+Thomas?rinfoid=62344875 2008-06-29T07:28:09Z