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Richard Bruce "Dick" Cheney[1] (born January 30, 1941) served as the 46th Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009 in the administration of George W. Bush. He briefly served as Acting President of the United States on two occasions during which Bush underwent medical procedures. Cheney was raised in Casper, Wyoming. He began his political career as an intern for Congressman William A. Steiger, eventually working his way into the White House during the Nixon and Ford administrations, where he served the latter as White House Chief of Staff. In 1978, Cheney was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Wyoming; he was reelected five times, eventually becoming House Minority Whip. Cheney was selected to be the Secretary of Defense during the presidency of George H. W. Bush, holding the position for the majority of Bush's term. During this time, Cheney oversaw the 1991 Operation Desert Storm, among other actions. Out of office during the Clinton presidency, Cheney was chairman and CEO of Halliburton Company from 1995 to 2000. Cheney joined the Bush administration in 2000, after Bush selected him as his running mate. After becoming Vice President, Cheney remained a very public, influential and controversial figure.
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1. White House Rejects Cheney's Criticism on Afghanistan
October 22, 2009
Former Vice President Dick Cheney speaks at the Center For Security Policy dinner at Union Station in Washington, 21 Oct 2009The White House has rejected former Vice President Dick Cheney's criticism that President Barack Obama is indecisive on Afghanistan.In a speech in Washington late Wednesday, Cheney said President Obama appears "afraid" to make a decision regarding the war in Afghanistan. Cheney said the White House "must stop dithering while America's armed forces are in danger." At the White House Thursday, presidential spokesman Robert Gibbs said what Cheney calls "dithering," Preside... (read more)
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2. Cheney Criticizes Probe of Bush-Era CIA Interrogators
August 30, 2009
Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney says the Obama administration's decision to open a criminal probe of U.S. interrogators in the war on terror is politically motivated and detrimental to America's national security.Former Vice President Dick Cheney in Washington (File)In an interview on U.S. television, Cheney was blunt when asked about the Justice Department's decision to investigate Central Intelligence Agency operatives who interrogated terror suspects during the former Bush administration."I think it is a terrible decision," he said.Cheney was speaking on Fox News Sunday, days after ... (read more)
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3. Cheney Criticizes Obama Over CIA Probe
August 25, 2009
Former US VP Dick Cheney (File)President Barack Obama for allowing the Justice Department to investigate CIA interrogations of terrorism suspects under the Bush administration.In a statement dated Monday, Cheney called the decision a reminder of why so many Americans have doubts about the Obama administration's ability to handle national security.Cheney said the interrogations carried out by the Central Intelligence Agency saved lives and prevented terrorist attacks. He said the employees involved deserve gratitude and do not deserve to be the "targets of political investigations or prosecutio... (read more)
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4. Wash Post: Cheney to 'Forthrightly Express' Views of Bush Administration in New Book
August 13, 2009
Former US VP Dick Cheney (File photo)A U.S. newspaper says former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney believed his former boss, then-President George W. Bush, relied less on his advice in his second term and sought a more conciliatory public position. The Washington Post says Cheney, who has been described as the most powerful U.S. vice president, has said "the statute of limitations has expired" on many of his secrets. It quotes his authorized biographer, Stephen Hayes, as saying Cheney said he has strong feelings about what happened in the Bush administration and that he does not hav... (read more)
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5. House Committee to Investigate CIA Briefings for Congress
July 18, 2009
A key U.S. House of Representatives committee has launched an investigation of CIA briefings given to Congress. The senior Republican on the House Intelligence Committee has accused Democrats of aiming to use the investigation, which would likely include a probe of former Vice President Dick Cheney's involvement, for political purposes.In a statement, intelligence panel chairman Silvestre Reyes, a Texas Democrat, said the investigation will seek to learn whether congressional intelligence committees were kept fully and currently informed as required by law in various briefings the CIA gave to ... (read more)
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6. US Legislators Decry Secret Bush-Era Program
July 12, 2009
Vice President Dick Cheney Senate Democrats are denouncing the former Bush administration's handling of a secret U.S. counter-terrorism program and its failure to inform Congress about the project for nearly eight years, allegedly on orders from former Vice President Dick Cheney. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairwoman Dianne Feinstein says she learned of the Central Intelligence Agency program last month from CIA Director Leon Panetta."Congress should have been told," said Dianne Feinstein. "We should have been briefed before the commencement of this kind of sensitive program.&nb... (read more)
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7. Every Tom Dick And Harry Has A Domain Name
June 17, 2009
What's in a domain name?
Your business. What your business is about. How people will see your business. Whether or not people will opt to do business with you. All that, in your domain name.
Domain names are important because it is what people will initially look up even before they enter your website. One glance is all it takes for visitors to either enter your site or ignore it totally.
Why not create your own creative and catchy domain name instead of buying that first available name you saw online? Sounds difficult? Not really. Below are some pointers to guide you in getting... (read more)
Author: Michael Cheney
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8. Cheney Says Harsh Interrogation Was 'The Right Thing to Do'
May 21, 2009
Former US Vice President Dick CheneyFormer U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney has defended the Bush administration's use of harsh interrogation methods, saying they were necessary to get information from terrorists and save American lives.In a speech Thursday at the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, Cheney said President Barack Obama and other officials have largely "mischaracterized" the previous administration's approval of such techniques. He said they were "essential," "justified," "successful," and the "right thing to do." President Obama has said the Bush-approved simulated drow... (read more)
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9. Cheney Re-Emerges in National Debate Over Torture
May 15, 2009
Former VP Dick Cheney stops to greet passers-by outside CBS television studios in Washington, 10 May 2009Former Vice President Dick Cheney has found himself in an unusual position in recent weeks-at the center of a media debate over interrogation tactics used during the Bush administration. In the process, Mr. Cheney has emerged as one of President Barack Obama's main critics on national security policy. "If I don't speak out then where do we find ourselves? Then the critics have free run and there isn't anybody there on the other side to tell the truth," he said.Mr. Cheney used his ap... (read more)
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10. Battle Lines in Torture Debate Harden
May 12, 2009
Former Vice President Dick Cheney and several religious leaders are the latest to add their voices to the national debate over harsh interrogation techniques used on some terrorism suspects during the Bush administration. The political battle lines in the torture debate seem to be hardening.This photo provided by CBS shows former VP Dick Cheney appearing on the CBS news show in Washington, 10 May 2009Former Vice President Dick Cheney told the CBS program Face the Nation that harsh questioning techniques authorized during the Bush administration helped to stop terrorist attacks that were in th... (read more)
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11. Clinton: Cheney 'Not Reliable' on Interrogation Issue
April 22, 2009
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney, (File)Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has questioned the credibility of former Vice President Dick Cheney who has defended the use of harsh interrogation methods on suspected terrorists. The controversial interrogation issue came up as Secretary Clinton testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee.Secretary Clinton was pressed by committee Republicans about President Obama's decision to leave the door open to possible prosecution of former Bush administration officials involved in formulating legal justifications for harsh interrogation techniq... (read more)
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12. Bush To Tell RNC McCain Should Be Next Commander In Chief
September 02, 2008
President George Bush will tell delegates at the Republican National Convention Tuesday evening that John McCain's understanding of the lessons of September 11th terror attacks and his support for the Iraq War make him prepared to be the nation's next commander-in- chief.President Bush, right, speaks on the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. Sitting with him, Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters, left, and Vice President Dick Cheney, 02 Sep 2008 In excerpts of his remarks released by the White House, Mr. Bush, who will speak to delegates via satellite, is to say the United States must stay on t... (read more)
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13. Bush Encouraged by Early Reports of Gustav Aftermath
September 02, 2008
U.S. President George Bush says there are "encouraging signs" that Hurricane Gustav did less damage to America's oil infrastructure than Hurricane Katrina three years ago. VOA White House Correspondent Scott Stearns has the story.President Bush, right, speaks on the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav. Sitting with him, Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters, left, and Vice President Dick Cheney, 02 Sep 2008 President Bush met with more than a dozen senior aides including the secretaries of the interior, transportation, and energy for a first look at Hurricane Gustav's impact on oil facilities a d... (read more)
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14. Some Questions to Reveal that Who Should be The Next US President
August 21, 2008
Do you think George Bush knows how much a bus pass costs? When was the last time you think Dick Cheney pulled out an envelope full of coupons to save a few bucks at the grocery store? Does he even know what a grocery store is? I do not want to bash the President. But what I want to do is explain why so many of our national politicians aren't ready to tackle the everyday problems the average American faces – simply because they have no idea what they are.
During my Illinois mayoral campaign this year, I held seven town hall meetings with topics ranging from improving education to accessing... (read more)
Author: bobby james
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15. Cheney: Russian Aggression Must Not Go Unanswered
August 11, 2008
U.S. Vice President Richard CheneyU.S. Vice President Dick Cheney says Russian aggression against Georgia must not go unanswered. A Cheney spokeswoman said the vice president spoke by telephone Sunday to Georgian President Mikhail Saakashvili. He expressed U.S. solidarity with the Georgian people and their democratically elected government.The spokeswoman said Cheney praised the Georgian president for his government's restraint and offer of a cease-fire and withdrawal of Georgian forces from South Ossetia.Cheney said further Russian aggression would have serious consequences for U.S.-Russian r... (read more)
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16. Cheney Aide, Former Justice Official Testify on Interrogation
June 26, 2008
U.S. lawmakers Thursday questioned the chief of staff to Vice President Dick Cheney and a former Justice Department official about the Bush administration's approval of harsh interrogation techniques used on suspected terrorists. VOA's Dan Robinson reports from Capitol Hill, it was the first appearance by Cheney aide David Addington before a congressional committee.David AddingtonCritics of the Bush administration and numerous media reports have described Addington as the driving force behind legal justifications the Justice Department issued allowing tough interrogation techniques.In nearly ... (read more)
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17. Cheney Offers Home to Satan
April 14, 2008
Vice President Dick Cheney has a new house guest at Number One Observatory Circle. Lucifer, otherwise known as Satan, Prince of Darkness, has moved in temporarily with the Vice President and his family.
"It is, hopefully, not a permanent situation," said the Vice President, "I"m just helping an old buddy out. With the climate changes going on, hell has frozen over, and he has no comfortable place to stay. I feel guilty about it. Maybe a few of our current policies led to the change, but you can't really tell."
"Dick is really thoughtful to put me up like this," said Satan. "I remembe... (read more)
Author: Ken Caudill
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18. Cheney Says Hamas Trying to 'Torpedo' Mideast Peace Talks
March 24, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney says Hamas, with support form Iran and Syria, is trying to hinder peace negotiations between Palestinians and Israelis.
Speaking to reporters in Jerusalem Monday, Cheney said there is evidence that Iran and Syria are supporting Hamas. He accused the two nations of doing everything they can to, in his words, "torpedo" the peace process.
Cheney spoke after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert for breakfast. The vice president is to travel to the Turkish capital of Ankara later today for the last stop on his nine-day regional tour.
Cheney is expected to ask ... (read more)
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19. Cheney Says US Committed to Mideast Peace Process
March 23, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney says the Bush administration is dedicated to moving forward the Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
In a meeting with Israeli President Shimon Peres in Jerusalem Sunday, Cheney said the United States is also involved in dealing with threats it sees emerging in the region. He said these include threats to both Israel and the United States.
Mr. Peres referred to Iran as a threat to Israel. He said no one can claim that remarks Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad makes against Israel are less serious than they seem.
Earlier today, Cheney attended an E... (read more)
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20. Cheney in Saudi Arabia for Talks with King Abdullah
March 21, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney is expected to talk with Saudi King Abdullah about ways to stabilize the world's oil market.
Cheney arrived in Saudi Arabia Friday after an unannounced visit to Afghanistan.
U.S. officials say Cheney will also encourage Saudi Arabia to increase formal ties with Iraq to counter Iran's growing regional influence.
Saudi Arabia and several other Arab states have yet to send ambassadors to Baghdad.
On Thursday in Afghanistan, Cheney met with Afghan President Hamid Karzai. The two officials urged NATO countries to step up their commitment to help Afghanistan fight ex... (read more)
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21. Cheney in Afghanistan for Talks with Afghan President Karzai
March 20, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney is in Afghanistan on an unannounced visit to meet with Afghan President Hamid Karzai.
Lea Anne McBride, a spokeswoman for Cheney, said President Bush asked the vice president to meet with Mr. Karzai in advance of a NATO summit next month.
Cheney is also expected to meet with U.S. troops stationed in Afghanistan.
U.S., NATO and Afghan forces are struggling to contain a bloody Taliban insurgency in the southern and eastern parts of Afghanistan.
This week, the United States assigned 3,200 Marines to a seven-month-long mission in Kandahar province - a Taliban stron... (read more)
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22. Cheney to Meet Oman's Sultan for Talks on Iran
March 19, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney meets the ruler of Oman Wednesday to discuss concerns about Iran's growing influence in the Middle East.
Oman is the second stop on Cheney's nine-day tour of the region. He began with a previously unannounced two-day visit to Iraq.
U.S. officials say Iran will be high on the agenda of Cheney's talks with Oman's Sultan, Sheikh Qaboos bin Said. They say Omanis are concerned about escalating tensions between Iran and the world community over Iran's nuclear program and its activities in Iraq.
U.S. officials say Cheney will thank Oman for its cooperation in the war ... (read more)
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23. Cheney, in Baghdad, Says US Support for Iraq Unwavering
March 17, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, who is in Baghdad, says U.S. support for Iraq is unwavering.
Cheney made the comment following talks with Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. The two discussed Iraq's security improvements and other issues.
The U.S. vice president arrived unannounced in Baghdad earlier Monday. He met first with the top U.S. commander in Iraq, General David Petraeus. Shortly after Cheney arrived, an explosion rocked Baghdad, but few details were given about the incident.
Cheney's stop in Iraq is part of a Middle East tour that will take him to Oman, Saudi Arabia, Israel, the West B... (read more)
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24. US Vice President Dick Cheney Visits Baghdad
March 17, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney is in Baghdad Monday, just days ahead of the fifth anniversary of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq.
Cheney is expected to meet with Iraqi leaders and U.S. military officials while in Baghdad.
The vice president's unannounced stop in Iraq is part of a Middle East tour that will take him to Oman, Saudi Arabia, Israel, the West Bank and Turkey.
During his 10-day tour he will cover many issues, including advancing the Mideast peace process, the situations in Lebanon and Syria, Iran's rising influence in the region and soaring gasoline prices in the United States.
U.S.... (read more)
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25. US Vice President Cheney Heads to Middle East
March 16, 2008
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney is heading Sunday to the Middle East for visits to Oman, Saudia Arabia, Israel, the West Bank, and Turkey.
U.S officials say Mr. Cheney's talks will cover Iraq, the situations in Lebanon and Syria, Iran's rising influnce in the region, violence in Gaza, and soaring gasoline prices in the United States.
He is expected to encourage Saudi Arabia to step up diplomatic ties with Iraq.
Cheney also is expected to encourage Israel and the Palestinians to move forward with a peace deal.
In Turkey, the U.S. vice president is expected to discuss Turkey's recent i... (read more)
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