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Gov. Gregoire to deliver Democratic response to President's radio address Saturday

For Immediate Release: November 23, 2005

OLYMPIA - Nov. 23, 2005 - Gov. Chris Gregoire has been selected to deliver the Democratic response to President George W. Bush�s weekly radio address Saturday.

In her national address the governor will call for more help for low income heating assistance, a commitment to a sound national energy policy, and a new focus on American values of affordable, accessible health care, solid educational opportunities and good jobs.

�American values are basic and clear,� Gov. Gregoire said. �I�m concerned that the Republicans who control Washington, D.C. have a disconnect about the needs of the families of Washington State.�

Gov. Gregoire�s address will be aired at 8:06 a.m. Pacific Time on radio stations coast to coast. The address will be carried on affiliates of ABC, AP, C-SPAN, NBC/Mututal/Westwood One, NPR, UPI, USA, American Urban Radio Network, Armed Forces Radio Network and Standard News Radio.

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