Cuts to an Indian housing program that George W. Bush praised won't affect Indian Country because the money isn't being used, the president's re-election campaign says.

Bush touted the Indian Home Loan Guarantee Program at a campaign stop last week and said it was "working." He failed to mention that cut he's seeking or that his administration has reduced or flat-lined other Indian housing programs.

The National Indian Housing Council says Bush's cuts will have an impact because more Native Americans are looking for home loans.

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Bush praises federal housing program for Indians but plans cuts (AP 8/16)

Relevant Links:
Bush-Cheney campaign - http://www.georgewbush.com
National American Indian Housing Council - http://naihc.net

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