He’s confident, on top of his game, and has the energy and ambitions of a first term president.

In his 2005 State of the Union address, President Bush proposed a simple agenda that is full to the brim of an attribute that should be present on this campus, common sense.

While Democrats sat quietly, Bush was interrupted with applause 66 times and received 44 standing ovations.

President Bush spoke to the American public about the opportunity to concentrate on the future, and cited President Theodore Roosevelt’s revelation that we are not building this nation for one generation alone.

“Over the next several months, on issue after issue, let us do what Americans have always done, and build a better world for our children and our grandchildren,” said Bush.

Those opposing the reduction or elimination of almost 150 government programs, or in denial that Social Security is a problem now, may either be ignorant or not committed to generations now and those that follow.

Instead of wasting valuable tax dollars on government programs that we’d have to wish into working, why not put the American innovative mind and tax dollars together to get results now and tomorrow? It’s common sense.

Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid’s attack on the president’s plans, that called them “dangerous” and said they would take away benefits from retirees, seemed to be yet another desperate cry for help from the Democrats.

Their huge problem with the continued tax cuts is further evidence of a miserable misunderstanding of capitalism.

If American workers get to keep more of the dollars they earn, then it’s a natural boost in economy.

Tax cuts benefit not only the top percentages of wealthy Americans, but small business owners nationwide.

This encourages transactions among businesses and fuels the spending habits of the consumer.

These two components when put together are the pistons of the basic American economic machine.

These ideals have been laid down in Republican administrations for years, but take years to visibly affect the status of our economy.

The prosperity that Clinton experienced during his two terms of bliss was the result of the Reagan administration.

The economic downfall we witnessed at the beginning of the 21st century was the same effect, except from Clinton’s regime.

Democrats conveniently leave those facts out of their argument and praise the “Roaring 90s” economy.

Bush’s plan on how to spend American money is simple.

It’s because we effectively use the money we already have in place. Simple, because it points out that Americans should be able to keep their dollar to benefit themselves and their fellow countrymen.

And it’s because it speaks to Americans after a bitter division of politics, and encourages non partisan action by Congress that would benefit Americans’ future.

Although I may speak poorly about the Democrats’ skewed views the issues at hand, I will once again assert my firm belief that we are an American people before we are a Republican or a Democrat.

I think it is wise to help our nation patch itself and secure its keystones so that we may continue to, whether we like it or not, be the world’s main aid to help all people in need and extend an olive branch and an arrow if needed.

Bush’s invitation for Democrats and Republicans to pass measures for Social Security and help cut taxes is a key to the survival of the American adventure.

Human nature tends to focus on the negatives.

Social Security will run out just as we are in the fight of our life against radical Muslim terrorists.

Yet, there is hope. Americans have always been known for their spirit of innovation, freedom and independence.

Ourpresident has confidence in us as a people who have prospered and have continued to prosper.

John Steinbeck once wrote, “We now face the danger, which in the past, has been the most destructive to the humans.

Success, plenty, comfort and ever-increasing leisure: no dynamic people have ever survived these dangers.”

We must be aware, be strong and have faith in our leadership and more importantly each other to strengthen our economy, our nation and our world.

These are beliefs that if we have confidence in each othern we can make the American adventure continue a long, long time.