JENNA SCHUETTE | arts & culture editor
President Bush delivered his last State of the Union address Monday night. Bush unfolded new and continuing policies that he hoped Congress would work on alongside him. His address covered many aspects of American life, from healthcare to national security.
In regards to domestic policy, Bush stated his belief that Americans should have access to more choices of affordable health care. He proposed a $300 million education Pell Grant for Kids of underprivileged homes.
On the topic of foreign policy and security, Bush asked Congress to renew legislation allowing the government to monitor suspected terrorist communications and stated, “we will stay on the offense, we will keep up the pressure.”
Bush also announced the addition of 3,200 Marines in Afghanistan. He promised a new policy in Iraq of “return on success,” which would bring troops home as soon as progress is implemented.
The President discussed a proposition to double U.S. aid for HIV and AIDS to $30 billion over the next five years. He stated that it is in the country’s national interest to use its influence to build a free world and expressed support for Sudan, Cuban, Zimbabwe, Belarus and Burma.
He ended his speech by thanking the military and their families who have served in the war during his terms. He called America “a force for hope in the world” and encouraged Congress to continue to trust and serve the people of America. 
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