American Voices

Bush In Jordan

November 30, 2006 | ISSUE 42•48

President Bush is winding down a diplomatic tour with a visit to Jordan to meet with King Abdullah II and Iraq Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. What do you think?

  • It makes sense to hold such a summit in Jordan. After all, the number of Bush effigies per capita are slightly lower there than the rest of the Middle East.

    Phil Watson
    Park Guide

  • Hopefully, Bush has learned a great deal on this big, long travel trip. For example, he has probably learned where Jordan is. Or at least that Jordan is a country in the world.

    Vic West
    Building Superintendent

  • Extravagant meals, five-star hotels, vibrant cultural entertainment—the president is finally getting an accurate picture of what's going on on the ground.

    Brianna McCoy
    Candy Maker

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