Bush Speechwriter Crafts Bush Voice For Speeches
William McGurn rises before dawn with coffee to shape messages that sound like President Bush. He studies Lincoln FDR JFK and Reagan, aiming to write sentences that Bush could utter naturally and directly. He began as chief writer in January after taking over from Mike Gerson.
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McGurn Takes Bush Speechwriter Role Amid Family Life
William McGurn, aged 46, becomes chief speechwriter for President Bush after leaving the Wall Street Journal. He cites Lincoln and FDR as inspirations and notes his new routine includes early mornings and home writing on his Mac. He and wife Julie have adopted three Chinese daughters, including Lucy, age 2.
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Villaraigosa Aims to Win Los Angeles Black Support
Los Angeles and California politics frame Antonio Villaraigosa's bid for mayor as he seeks substantial black votes to unseat Mayor James Hahn. Endorsements from Rep. Maxine Waters and council member Bernard Parks highlight a shifting coalition as the May 17 runoff nears.
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