* First, the transcript. Alternately, read the BBC condensed versions.
* Post analysis of the speech as a balancing act. The NYTimes analysis sees it as an insight into the president. Time uses the word "peacemaker." The LATimes sees him appealing to the base.
* Worries about militarization along the border.
* Canadians fear backlash.
* CBS finds a mixed reaction.
* Various quotes.
* A review by Tom Shales.
* Finally BAGnewsNotes on Bush and the (Mexican) flag.