Duct Tape Blues

Wolfowitz, Social Security and new high in Oil prices (March 16, 2005)

In another nomination sure to draw fire from our European allies President Bush nominates Paul Wolowitz, a major player in the invasion of Iraq, for World Bank President.

Bush nominates Wolfowitz
Reuters news service

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Despite the low polls, Bush continues to lobby for overhauling Social Security. During his speech to press reporters today he said "I'm actually enjoying myself on these trips," and pledged, "I will continue to talk about Social Security for the next period of time."
Bush continues uphill battle
Washington Post
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Oil surges to new high as investors get concerned over demand exceeding the supply of oil. The rise in oil prices was also aggravated by falling gasoline inventories.
>Oil prices spike
Bloomberg