http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/ en-us President George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks. 5 No Copyright President George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks. The White House comments@whitehouse.gov http://www.whitehouse.gov/images/wh-podcast.jpg http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/ George W. Bush White House 43rd President United States of America http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080515-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "Over the past six decades, the Jewish people have established a state that would make that humble rabbi proud. You have raised a modern society in the Promised Land, a light unto the nations that preserves the legacy of Abraham and Isaac and Jacob. And you have built a mighty democracy that will endure forever and can always count on the United States of America to be at your side." President Bush Addresses Members of the Knesset - May 15, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "Over the past six decades, the Jewish people have established a state that would make that humble rabbi proud. You have raised a modern society in the Promised Land, a light unto the nations that preserves the legacy of Abraham and Isaac and Jacob. And you have built a mighty democracy that will endure forever and can always count on the United States of America to be at your side." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080515-1.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 22:45 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-5.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "With every passing year, the bonds of friendship between America and Israel have grown stronger. America stands for peace, and so does Israel. And as we stand in peace, we must understand the realities of the world in which we live. We must be steadfast, and we must be strong in the face of those who murder the innocent to achieve their objectives. And in the long run, we share a powerful belief in a powerful weapon against the terrorists. We believe that the surest way to defeat the enemies of hatred is to advance the cause of hope through the cause of freedom; liberty as the great alternative to tyranny and terror." President Bush Visits Jerusalem - May 14, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "With every passing year, the bonds of friendship between America and Israel have grown stronger. America stands for peace, and so does Israel. And as we stand in peace, we must understand the realities of the world in which we live. We must be steadfast, and we must be strong in the face of those who murder the innocent to achieve their objectives. And in the long run, we share a powerful belief in a powerful weapon against the terrorists. We believe that the surest way to defeat the enemies of hatred is to advance the cause of hope through the cause of freedom; liberty as the great alternative to tyranny and terror." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-5.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 7:53 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-4.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "I'm honored to be representing our country here for the 60th anniversary of the existence of the state of Israel. It's just a great honor, and it's a chance for me to express the enduring friendship of the American people with the Israeli people. It's also an interesting time to come because, you know, here we are in the heart of a thriving democracy and yet that democracy, as are other democracies, are being challenged by extremists and terrorists -- people who use violence to try to advance their dark vision of the world." President Bush Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Olmert - May 14, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I'm honored to be representing our country here for the 60th anniversary of the existence of the state of Israel. It's just a great honor, and it's a chance for me to express the enduring friendship of the American people with the Israeli people. It's also an interesting time to come because, you know, here we are in the heart of a thriving democracy and yet that democracy, as are other democracies, are being challenged by extremists and terrorists -- people who use violence to try to advance their dark vision of the world." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-4.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 8:08 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "So I'm really looking forward to my time here. I want to thank you for giving me a chance to speak to the Knesset. I hear it's quite an experience. It'll be a huge honor to represent my country for your 60th birthday. In the meantime we will continue to work toward a vision of -- where people who are just reasonable and want a chance to live in peace with Israel have that opportunity, and at the same time speak clearly about the forces of terror who murder innocent people to achieve their political objectives, and how the world must stand against them." President Bush Meets with Israeli President Peres - May 14, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "So I'm really looking forward to my time here. I want to thank you for giving me a chance to speak to the Knesset. I hear it's quite an experience. It'll be a huge honor to represent my country for your 60th birthday. In the meantime we will continue to work toward a vision of -- where people who are just reasonable and want a chance to live in peace with Israel have that opportunity, and at the same time speak clearly about the forces of terror who murder innocent people to achieve their political objectives, and how the world must stand against them." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-2.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 5:26 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "Our two nations both faced great challenges when they were founded, and our two nations have both relied on the same principles to help us succeed. We've built strong democracies to protect the freedoms given to us by an Almighty God. We've welcomed immigrants, who have helped us thrive. We've built prosperous economies by rewarding innovation and risk-taking and trade. And we've built an enduring alliance to confront terrorists and tyrants." President Bush Arrives in Israel, Welcomed by President Peres and Prime Minister Olmert - May 14, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Our two nations both faced great challenges when they were founded, and our two nations have both relied on the same principles to help us succeed. We've built strong democracies to protect the freedoms given to us by an Almighty God. We've welcomed immigrants, who have helped us thrive. We've built prosperous economies by rewarding innovation and risk-taking and trade. And we've built an enduring alliance to confront terrorists and tyrants." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080514-1.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 5:42 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080511.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Sunday said, "Laura and I want to wish everybody a happy Mother's Day. It's just a special day to give thanks to our Moms; appreciate the hard work that Moms do. And I understand that for some, however, Mother's Day is a sad day for those who lost their lives in Oklahoma and Missouri and Georgia because of the tornadoes, are wondering whether or not tomorrow will be a bright and hopeful day. We send our prayers to those who lost their lives, the families of those who lost their lives. And the federal government will be moving hard to help. I'll be in touch with the governors to offer all the federal assistance we can." Statement by the President Upon Departure from Crawford, Texas - May 11, 2008 President Bush on Sunday said, "Laura and I want to wish everybody a happy Mother's Day. It's just a special day to give thanks to our Moms; appreciate the hard work that Moms do. And I understand that for some, however, Mother's Day is a sad day for those who lost their lives in Oklahoma and Missouri and Georgia because of the tornadoes, are wondering whether or not tomorrow will be a bright and hopeful day. We send our prayers to those who lost their lives, the families of those who lost their lives. And the federal government will be moving hard to help. I'll be in touch with the governors to offer all the federal assistance we can." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080511.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:20 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080507-4.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "The ties between the people of the United States and the people of Latin America are important to our country. They're important to our prosperity, and they're important to the national security interest of the country. We share a deep bond, a bond between friends and a bond between neighbors. And because of this bond, the United States will, and must, remain committed to making sure that Latin America is a place of opportunity, a place of hope, a place of social justice, a place where basic necessities, like health care and education, are not too much for any child to dream about. Or a place where poverty gives way to prosperity, and a place, above all, where freedom is the birthright of every citizen." President Bush Attends Council of the Americas - May 7, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "The ties between the people of the United States and the people of Latin America are important to our country. They're important to our prosperity, and they're important to the national security interest of the country. We share a deep bond, a bond between friends and a bond between neighbors. And because of this bond, the United States will, and must, remain committed to making sure that Latin America is a place of opportunity, a place of hope, a place of social justice, a place where basic necessities, like health care and education, are not too much for any child to dream about. Or a place where poverty gives way to prosperity, and a place, above all, where freedom is the birthright of every citizen." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080507-4.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 23:34 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080507.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "I just met with the Republican Caucus from the House and I want to share some thoughts with you. First of all, we are committed to a good housing bill that will help folks stay in their house, as opposed to a housing bill that will reward speculators and lenders. There's a House alternative that will do the right thing for the American people when it comes to housing. I will veto the bill that's moving through the House today if it makes it to my desk, and I urge members on both sides of the aisle to focus on a good piece of legislation that is being sponsored by Republican members." President Bush Meets with House Republican Conference - May 7, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I just met with the Republican Caucus from the House and I want to share some thoughts with you. First of all, we are committed to a good housing bill that will help folks stay in their house, as opposed to a housing bill that will reward speculators and lenders. There's a House alternative that will do the right thing for the American people when it comes to housing. I will veto the bill that's moving through the House today if it makes it to my desk, and I urge members on both sides of the aisle to focus on a good piece of legislation that is being sponsored by Republican members." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080507.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 3:19 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-7.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "It's been my pleasure to welcome my friend, the President of Panama. Mr. President, welcome back. It's good to see you, sir. I can't thank you enough for your friendship and your leadership. Under your leadership, relations between the United States and Panama are strong and healthy and vibrant." President Bush Meets with President Torrijos of Panama - May 6, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "It's been my pleasure to welcome my friend, the President of Panama. Mr. President, welcome back. It's good to see you, sir. I can't thank you enough for your friendship and your leadership. Under your leadership, relations between the United States and Panama are strong and healthy and vibrant." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-7.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 4:29 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "Twenty-four years ago, President Ronald Reagan signed a proclamation recognizing Military Spouses Day. And my own judgment is, is that we need to recognize military spouses every day. But this is the time of year that we honor the wives and husbands who support our men and women in uniform. And today, it's my honor to welcome you here to the White House. I can't think of a better place in which to say thanks. Whether you're signed up for military life at the recruiting station or at the altar rail, each person... is a volunteer. And when you married your soldier, sailor, airman, Marine, or Coast Guardsman, you became more than just part of a family -- you became part of our nation's military family." President Bush Commemorates Military Spouse Day - May 6, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "Twenty-four years ago, President Ronald Reagan signed a proclamation recognizing Military Spouses Day. And my own judgment is, is that we need to recognize military spouses every day. But this is the time of year that we honor the wives and husbands who support our men and women in uniform. And today, it's my honor to welcome you here to the White House. I can't think of a better place in which to say thanks. Whether you're signed up for military life at the recruiting station or at the altar rail, each person... is a volunteer. And when you married your soldier, sailor, airman, Marine, or Coast Guardsman, you became more than just part of a family -- you became part of our nation's military family." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-3.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:16 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "I just signed a bill passed by the leaders of the Senate and House who have joined me to honor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi with the Congressional Gold Medal. This is a fitting tribute to a courageous woman who speaks for freedom for all the people of Burma, and who speaks in such a way that she's a powerful voice in contrast to the junta that currently rules the country." President Bush Signs H.R. 4286, Congressional Gold Medal: Daw Aung San Suu Kyi - May 6, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "I just signed a bill passed by the leaders of the Senate and House who have joined me to honor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi with the Congressional Gold Medal. This is a fitting tribute to a courageous woman who speaks for freedom for all the people of Burma, and who speaks in such a way that she's a powerful voice in contrast to the junta that currently rules the country." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080506-1.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:44 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080505-10.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "In America we deeply value the culture and the contribution of Mexican Americans. The United States is a richer place, a more vibrant place because people who have -- claim Mexican heritage now are called United States citizens. And today we honor those Mexican Americans who live in America and we consider ourselves fortunate to have Mexico as a friend and a neighbor." President Bush Honors Cinco de Mayo - May 5, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "In America we deeply value the culture and the contribution of Mexican Americans. The United States is a richer place, a more vibrant place because people who have -- claim Mexican heritage now are called United States citizens. And today we honor those Mexican Americans who live in America and we consider ourselves fortunate to have Mexico as a friend and a neighbor." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080505-10.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 3:08 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080504.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Sunday said, "As we watch the Class of 2008 graduate today, the dark clouds from one year ago have parted and have made way for a brighter future. We'll always hold in our hearts those who lost their lives. But with faith in He who rides above the mighty storm, we go forth with confidence that Greensburg will rise again." President Bush Delivers Commencement Address at Greensburg High School - May 4, 2008 President Bush on Sunday said, "As we watch the Class of 2008 graduate today, the dark clouds from one year ago have parted and have made way for a brighter future. We'll always hold in our hearts those who lost their lives. But with faith in He who rides above the mighty storm, we go forth with confidence that Greensburg will rise again." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080504.pod.a.mp3 Sun, 04 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 16:18 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080502-8.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "I've been -- since I've been your President, I want to remind you we have been through a recession, we have been through a terrorist attack, we have been at war, we have had corporate scandals, we have had major natural disasters, and yet this economy always recovers. We're a resilient economy because we've got good, capable, smart, hardworking people in America. And I know it's tough times, and I know you're having to pay more at the fuel pump than you want, but this economy is going to come on. I'm confident it will." President Bush Discusses Economy, Trade - May 2, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "I've been -- since I've been your President, I want to remind you we have been through a recession, we have been through a terrorist attack, we have been at war, we have had corporate scandals, we have had major natural disasters, and yet this economy always recovers. We're a resilient economy because we've got good, capable, smart, hardworking people in America. And I know it's tough times, and I know you're having to pay more at the fuel pump than you want, but this economy is going to come on. I'm confident it will." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080502-8.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:02:54 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-10.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "And so during Asia Pacific American Heritage Month, we thank you all for helping make America a better place. We thank you for loving our country the way you do. Thank you for being great contributors to the life of our fellow citizens." President Bush Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month - May 1, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "And so during Asia Pacific American Heritage Month, we thank you all for helping make America a better place. We thank you for loving our country the way you do. Thank you for being great contributors to the life of our fellow citizens." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-10.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 15:32 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-5.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "The American people are generous people and they're compassionate people. We believe in a timeless truth: To whom much is given, much is expected. And so therefore at home we are working to ensure that the neediest among us can cope with the rising food prices. And with the new international funding I'm announcing today, we're sending a clear message to the world: that America will lead the fight against hunger for years to come." President Bush Discusses Food Aid - May 1, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "The American people are generous people and they're compassionate people. We believe in a timeless truth: To whom much is given, much is expected. And so therefore at home we are working to ensure that the neediest among us can cope with the rising food prices. And with the new international funding I'm announcing today, we're sending a clear message to the world: that America will lead the fight against hunger for years to come." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-5.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 4:49 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "On this day, Americans come together to thank our Creator for our nation's many blessings. We are a blessed nation. And on this day, we celebrate our freedoms, particularly the freedom to pray in public and the great diversity of faith found in America. I love being the President of a country where people feel free to worship as they see fit. And I remind our fellow citizens, if you choose to worship or not worship, and no matter how you worship, we're all equally American." President Bush Celebrates National Day of Prayer - May 1, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "On this day, Americans come together to thank our Creator for our nation's many blessings. We are a blessed nation. And on this day, we celebrate our freedoms, particularly the freedom to pray in public and the great diversity of faith found in America. I love being the President of a country where people feel free to worship as they see fit. And I remind our fellow citizens, if you choose to worship or not worship, and no matter how you worship, we're all equally American." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/05/20080501-1.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 27:07 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080430-6.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "Welcome to the White House. It's an honor to recognize the Super Bowl Champs, the New York Football Giants." President Bush Welcomes Super Bowl XLII Champion New York Giants to White House - April 30, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Welcome to the White House. It's an honor to recognize the Super Bowl Champs, the New York Football Giants." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080430-6.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 13:43 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080430.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "Good teachers hear a call. Good teachers are empathetic souls. And really the best teachers have a special intuition -- and I suspect a little potential -- the ability to see potential and the ability to have the patience necessary to watch it grow. I want to thank you for nurturing young minds. I thank you for providing such wonderful examples. And I thank you for inspiring the imaginations and unleashing the talents of our nation's young." President Bush Welcomes 2008 National and State Teachers of the Year to the White House - April 30, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Good teachers hear a call. Good teachers are empathetic souls. And really the best teachers have a special intuition -- and I suspect a little potential -- the ability to see potential and the ability to have the patience necessary to watch it grow. I want to thank you for nurturing young minds. I thank you for providing such wonderful examples. And I thank you for inspiring the imaginations and unleashing the talents of our nation's young." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080430.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 20:48 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080429-5.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "I am pleased to welcome volunteers from around the United States who have given of their time to help those who need help, and we're sure glad you're here. Those of you today who perform acts of kindness do so out of love, and you do so out of a desire not to be recognized -- but anyway, you're going to be recognized. We have the opportunity today to thank you, and the opportunity today to celebrate the difference that volunteers have made all across America." President Bush Discusses National Volunteer Week - April 29, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "I am pleased to welcome volunteers from around the United States who have given of their time to help those who need help, and we're sure glad you're here. Those of you today who perform acts of kindness do so out of love, and you do so out of a desire not to be recognized -- but anyway, you're going to be recognized. We have the opportunity today to thank you, and the opportunity today to celebrate the difference that volunteers have made all across America." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080429-5.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 11:07 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080429-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "Mr. Ambassador, thank you so very much for coming to the Oval Office, and thank you so much for serving the cause of peace. You've been given a very difficult job, which is to help coordinate world -- the world's efforts to help this young democracy succeed, and I want to assure you that the United States government and I personally support you in everything you're going to do." President Bush Meets with Ambassador Eide, Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Afghanistan - April 29, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "Mr. Ambassador, thank you so very much for coming to the Oval Office, and thank you so much for serving the cause of peace. You've been given a very difficult job, which is to help coordinate world -- the world's efforts to help this young democracy succeed, and I want to assure you that the United States government and I personally support you in everything you're going to do." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080429-3.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 2:27 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080429-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "In all these issues, the American people are looking to their leaders to come together and act responsibly. I don't think this is too much to ask even in an election year. My administration will reach out to Congress. We will work to find areas of agreement so that we can deal with the economic pressures that our American taxpayers and American families are feeling. I ask Congress to do its part by sending me sensible and effective bills that I can sign, instead of issuing or sending bills that simply look like political statements. We can work together. We can help Americans weather this difficult period. We can keep our country moving forward." Press Conference by the President - April 29, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "In all these issues, the American people are looking to their leaders to come together and act responsibly. I don't think this is too much to ask even in an election year. My administration will reach out to Congress. We will work to find areas of agreement so that we can deal with the economic pressures that our American taxpayers and American families are feeling. I ask Congress to do its part by sending me sensible and effective bills that I can sign, instead of issuing or sending bills that simply look like political statements. We can work together. We can help Americans weather this difficult period. We can keep our country moving forward." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080429-1.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 48:36 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080428-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "It is my honor to welcome the U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum here to Washington. First of all, I want to thank my friend, President Lula, for encouraging this forum to go forward. It's an indication of the importance that we both place on our bilateral relations. Brazil is a very powerful, very important country in our neighborhood, and it's really important for this administration and future administrations to work closely with the Brazilian government, like it is important for our respective business communities to work closely together." President Bush Meets with U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum - April 28, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "It is my honor to welcome the U.S.-Brazil CEO Forum here to Washington. First of all, I want to thank my friend, President Lula, for encouraging this forum to go forward. It's an indication of the importance that we both place on our bilateral relations. Brazil is a very powerful, very important country in our neighborhood, and it's really important for this administration and future administrations to work closely with the Brazilian government, like it is important for our respective business communities to work closely together." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080428-2.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:38 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080428.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "We've had a good discussion about a variety of issues. We discussed bilateral relations between Guatemala and the United States, which are very strong. We are friends. We treat each other with respect. Our objective with U.S. foreign policy is to have a neighborhood that is peaceful and prosperous, where social justice is important; want to achieve social justice through good health policy, good education policy, good judicial policy. The United States is pleased to help this government as best as we possibly can help the average citizen get a good education and have good health care." President Bush Meets with Guatemalan President Alvaro Colom - April 28, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "We've had a good discussion about a variety of issues. We discussed bilateral relations between Guatemala and the United States, which are very strong. We are friends. We treat each other with respect. Our objective with U.S. foreign policy is to have a neighborhood that is peaceful and prosperous, where social justice is important; want to achieve social justice through good health policy, good education policy, good judicial policy. The United States is pleased to help this government as best as we possibly can help the average citizen get a good education and have good health care." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080428.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 6:59 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080425-9.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "I think the thing that I would start with was how appreciative people in Africa were of the fact that total strangers cared about their lives. You see, if you are a mother who is holding a baby that is sick because of a mosquito bite, it creates a lot of hopelessness, and you really wonder whether anybody cares. And the fact that total strangers would come together -- in Boys and Girls Clubs, or basketball teams, or singers -- and care about them really lifts their spirits." President Bush Visits Northwest Boys & Girls Club in Hartford, Connecticut - April 25, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "I think the thing that I would start with was how appreciative people in Africa were of the fact that total strangers cared about their lives. You see, if you are a mother who is holding a baby that is sick because of a mosquito bite, it creates a lot of hopelessness, and you really wonder whether anybody cares. And the fact that total strangers would come together -- in Boys and Girls Clubs, or basketball teams, or singers -- and care about them really lifts their spirits." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080425-9.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 2:41 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080425-5.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "On this day, we remember those who died from malaria. In other words, an awareness day is one in which you recognize the consequences, in this case, of this disease. And so we mourn the loss of life, especially and including the children who have needlessly died on the continent of Africa and elsewhere. They died because of a mosquito bite. This is a day of hope, however, as well. And the reason it is, because nations once trapped in fear because of malaria are now tackling malaria head on. And they're doing so with our help." President Bush Discusses Malaria Awareness Day - April 25, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "On this day, we remember those who died from malaria. In other words, an awareness day is one in which you recognize the consequences, in this case, of this disease. And so we mourn the loss of life, especially and including the children who have needlessly died on the continent of Africa and elsewhere. They died because of a mosquito bite. This is a day of hope, however, as well. And the reason it is, because nations once trapped in fear because of malaria are now tackling malaria head on. And they're doing so with our help." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080425-5.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 16:29 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080425.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "We want to make sure everyone who's eligible for a check gets one on a timely basis. This money is going to help Americans offset the high prices we're seeing at the gas pump and at the grocery store, and it will also give our economy a boost to help us pull out of this economic slowdown. I'm pleased that the Treasury Department has worked quickly to get the money into the hands of the American people. Starting Monday, the effects of the stimulus will begin to reach millions of households across our country." President Bush Discusses Economic Stimulus Rebate Checks - April 25, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "We want to make sure everyone who's eligible for a check gets one on a timely basis. This money is going to help Americans offset the high prices we're seeing at the gas pump and at the grocery store, and it will also give our economy a boost to help us pull out of this economic slowdown. I'm pleased that the Treasury Department has worked quickly to get the money into the hands of the American people. Starting Monday, the effects of the stimulus will begin to reach millions of households across our country." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080425.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:58 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-11.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "These service members are focused on what you have to give than what you've lost. I appreciate the spirit of those in the Soldier Ride. I thank my fellow citizens for supporting our troops. I appreciate the fact that the families have stood by those who wear the uniform. I appreciate your loved ones who are here today to cheer you on. The riders represent the spirit of the strongest military in the world, and the greatest country on Earth. I'm thankful that we have brave men and women like you who step forward to protect America. I'm proud to be your Commander-in-Chief." President Bush Welcomes Members of Wounded Warrior Soldier Ride to White House - April 24, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "These service members are focused on what you have to give than what you've lost. I appreciate the spirit of those in the Soldier Ride. I thank my fellow citizens for supporting our troops. I appreciate the fact that the families have stood by those who wear the uniform. I appreciate your loved ones who are here today to cheer you on. The riders represent the spirit of the strongest military in the world, and the greatest country on Earth. I'm thankful that we have brave men and women like you who step forward to protect America. I'm proud to be your Commander-in-Chief." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-11.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:46 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-10.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "Mr. President, I appreciate a chance to talk about peace. I assured the President that a Palestinian state is a high priority for me and my administration -- a viable state, a state that doesn't look like Swiss cheese, a state that provides hope. It's in -- I believe it's in Israel's interest and the Palestinian people's interest to have leaders willing to work toward the achievement of that state.” President Bush Meets with President Abbas of the Palestinian Authority - April 24, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "Mr. President, I appreciate a chance to talk about peace. I assured the President that a Palestinian state is a high priority for me and my administration -- a viable state, a state that doesn't look like Swiss cheese, a state that provides hope. It's in -- I believe it's in Israel's interest and the Palestinian people's interest to have leaders willing to work toward the achievement of that state.” http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-10.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 6:12 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "Over the past seven years we have worked to strengthen the public school system. In other words, we haven't given up on public schools; quite the contrary, we've tried to help them succeed by passing the No Child Left Behind Act. In some circles it's controversial. I don't think it should be controversial, however, to demand high standards for every child. I don't think it should be controversial to insist upon accountability to see if those children are meeting those standards. And I don't think it should be viewed as controversial to say to a public school, if children are falling behind, here's supplementary services to help that individual child catch up.” President Bush Attends White House Summit on Inner-City Children and Faith-Based Schools - April 24, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "Over the past seven years we have worked to strengthen the public school system. In other words, we haven't given up on public schools; quite the contrary, we've tried to help them succeed by passing the No Child Left Behind Act. In some circles it's controversial. I don't think it should be controversial, however, to demand high standards for every child. I don't think it should be controversial to insist upon accountability to see if those children are meeting those standards. And I don't think it should be viewed as controversial to say to a public school, if children are falling behind, here's supplementary services to help that individual child catch up.” http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080424-2.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 29:28 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080423-8.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "I love it when people can say, I have a idea, and I am going to apply all my talent and all my effort to see the idea come to fruition. It is what made us great in the past, it's what makes us great today, and what is going to make us great in the future. And I hope you take great pride in the contributions that you're making to your community, your family and your nation." President Bush Discusses National Small Business Week - April 23, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I love it when people can say, I have a idea, and I am going to apply all my talent and all my effort to see the idea come to fruition. It is what made us great in the past, it's what makes us great today, and what is going to make us great in the future. And I hope you take great pride in the contributions that you're making to your community, your family and your nation." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080423-8.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 21:02 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080423-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "Dr. DeBakey has an impressive resume, but his truest legacy is not inscribed on a medal or etched into stone. It is written on the human heart. His legacy is the unlost hours with family and friends who are still with us because of his healing touch. His legacy is grandparents who lived to see their grandchildren. His legacy is holding the fragile and sacred gift of human life in his hands -- and returning it unbroken." President Bush Attends Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony for Dr. Michael Ellis DeBakey - April 23, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Dr. DeBakey has an impressive resume, but his truest legacy is not inscribed on a medal or etched into stone. It is written on the human heart. His legacy is the unlost hours with family and friends who are still with us because of his healing touch. His legacy is grandparents who lived to see their grandchildren. His legacy is holding the fragile and sacred gift of human life in his hands -- and returning it unbroken." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080423-3.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 19:33 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080422-10.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "First of all, it's good to be back in Baton Rouge, home of the LSU Tiger [sic] National Championship football team. I had the honor of welcoming the team and Coach Les Miles to the White House, and it was a great honor for me and I enjoyed it. And I do want to congratulate the good folks of Louisiana for supporting a football team that brought great credit to the game." Remarks by the President Upon Arrival - April 22, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "First of all, it's good to be back in Baton Rouge, home of the LSU Tiger [sic] National Championship football team. I had the honor of welcoming the team and Coach Les Miles to the White House, and it was a great honor for me and I enjoyed it. And I do want to congratulate the good folks of Louisiana for supporting a football team that brought great credit to the game." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080422-10.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 2:40 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080422-7.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "So there are some hurdles, but this city has come a long way -- to the point where I felt very comfortable hosting the international conference with the President of Mexico and the Prime Minister of Canada. And I will tell you that not only did the leaders feel welcomed in New Orleans and feel comfortable in New Orleans and feel relaxed in New Orleans, but so did the delegations they brought with them. New Orleans is a great city to host a meeting or host a convention; they know what they're doing down here. The city is recovered, it's on its feet and it's bouncing back and it is an honor to be back here." President Bush Meets with Community Leaders in New Orleans - April 22, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "So there are some hurdles, but this city has come a long way -- to the point where I felt very comfortable hosting the international conference with the President of Mexico and the Prime Minister of Canada. And I will tell you that not only did the leaders feel welcomed in New Orleans and feel comfortable in New Orleans and feel relaxed in New Orleans, but so did the delegations they brought with them. New Orleans is a great city to host a meeting or host a convention; they know what they're doing down here. The city is recovered, it's on its feet and it's bouncing back and it is an honor to be back here." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080422-7.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 3:00 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080422-5.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "One of the things -- people ask, well, does it make sense for Mexico, Canada and the United States to meet? Absolutely, it makes sense. We're neighbors. A prosperous neighborhood is in our interests, a secure neighborhood is in our interests, and we share common values. So I'm not surprised we've had good meetings -- plus we like each other. It's easy to work with leaders who are straightforward and honest, tell you what's on their mind, and who care deeply about the people of their countries and who are problem solvers. That's how I have found this meeting and the previous meetings we've held." President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Calderon of Mexico and Prime Minister Harper of Canada - April 22, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "One of the things -- people ask, well, does it make sense for Mexico, Canada and the United States to meet? Absolutely, it makes sense. We're neighbors. A prosperous neighborhood is in our interests, a secure neighborhood is in our interests, and we share common values. So I'm not surprised we've had good meetings -- plus we like each other. It's easy to work with leaders who are straightforward and honest, tell you what's on their mind, and who care deeply about the people of their countries and who are problem solvers. That's how I have found this meeting and the previous meetings we've held." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080422-5.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 51:39 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-8.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "I want to thank the U.S. Chamber for hosting this reception in honor of the North American Leaders' Summit between Canada, the United States and Mexico. And for all of you here from Canada and Mexico, welcome to New Orleans, one of America's greatest cities." President Bush Attends United States Chamber of Commerce Reception - April 21, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "I want to thank the U.S. Chamber for hosting this reception in honor of the North American Leaders' Summit between Canada, the United States and Mexico. And for all of you here from Canada and Mexico, welcome to New Orleans, one of America's greatest cities." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-8.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 9:31 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-6.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "We've had a very long and very good discussion on a variety of issues. U.S. and Mexican relations are very important. And sometimes we in America take those relations for granted, but we share a large border, we share the same values, we've got people on both sides of the border, we've got friends and family members. And it is fitting that you and I have this kind of conversation." President Bush Meets with President Calderon of Mexico - April 21, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "We've had a very long and very good discussion on a variety of issues. U.S. and Mexican relations are very important. And sometimes we in America take those relations for granted, but we share a large border, we share the same values, we've got people on both sides of the border, we've got friends and family members. And it is fitting that you and I have this kind of conversation." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-6.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 12:11 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-5.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "Canada and the United States have got a very unique and important relationship, and I really appreciate the chance to spend time with you and visit about these -- about the issues of concern." President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Harper of Canada - April 21, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "Canada and the United States have got a very unique and important relationship, and I really appreciate the chance to spend time with you and visit about these -- about the issues of concern." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-5.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 4:29 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "We celebrate the enduring and close partnership between our countries. Mexico and the United States are working together to build a future of prosperity and opportunity for people on both sides of the border. And at this ceremony, we also celebrate the comeback of a great American city. You know, I chose New Orleans for our meetings with Mexico and Canada because I wanted to send a clear signal to the people of my country that New Orleans is open for business, and it's a good place to visit, and that after the devastation of Katrina, it's become a hopeful city." President Bush Attends Opening of Mexican Consulate - April 21, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "We celebrate the enduring and close partnership between our countries. Mexico and the United States are working together to build a future of prosperity and opportunity for people on both sides of the border. And at this ceremony, we also celebrate the comeback of a great American city. You know, I chose New Orleans for our meetings with Mexico and Canada because I wanted to send a clear signal to the people of my country that New Orleans is open for business, and it's a good place to visit, and that after the devastation of Katrina, it's become a hopeful city." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080421-2.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 8:48 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080419-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Saturday said, "We've had great visits. And this is an important visit for me to get to know you. I heard about your background -- I admire your strength of character, and this is an important visit to strengthen the relationship between our two countries and I believe we have done so. ...A good relationship is based upon common values, and our countries share common values -- values of the rights of each individual to live in a free society. We believe in human dignity and justice." President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Lee Myung-Bak of the Republic of Korea - April 19 2008 President Bush on Saturday said, "We've had great visits. And this is an important visit for me to get to know you. I heard about your background -- I admire your strength of character, and this is an important visit to strengthen the relationship between our two countries and I believe we have done so. ...A good relationship is based upon common values, and our countries share common values -- values of the rights of each individual to live in a free society. We believe in human dignity and justice." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080419-1.pod.a.mp3 Sat, 19 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 28:10 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-10.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "The purpose of good policy in Washington should be to unleash the entrepreneurial spirit of the country. You can't make somebody an entrepreneur from government, but you can create an environment which encourages risk-taking, enables people to keep more of what they earn, let somebody stay more in the shop than in the courthouse, helps people help their workers." President Bush Attends America's Small Business Summit 2008 - April 18, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "The purpose of good policy in Washington should be to unleash the entrepreneurial spirit of the country. You can't make somebody an entrepreneur from government, but you can create an environment which encourages risk-taking, enables people to keep more of what they earn, let somebody stay more in the shop than in the courthouse, helps people help their workers." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-10.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 27:26 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-7.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "The Department requires strong leadership at a time when our housing market is experiencing a period of challenge and uncertainty. In seeking to fill this important Cabinet post I looked for a leader with an impressive background in finance; someone who understands the important role the housing market plays in the broader economy. I sought a reformer who would act aggressively to help Americans obtain affordable mortgages, and I sought a -- and be able to keep their homes. I sought a consensus-builder who's earned the respect of Republicans and Democrats, who can get things done. I found these qualities and much more in Steve Preston." President Bush Announces Nomination of Steve Preston as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development - April 18, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "The Department requires strong leadership at a time when our housing market is experiencing a period of challenge and uncertainty. In seeking to fill this important Cabinet post I looked for a leader with an impressive background in finance; someone who understands the important role the housing market plays in the broader economy. I sought a reformer who would act aggressively to help Americans obtain affordable mortgages, and I sought a -- and be able to keep their homes. I sought a consensus-builder who's earned the respect of Republicans and Democrats, who can get things done. I found these qualities and much more in Steve Preston." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-7.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 6:34 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "This is a prayer breakfast. And this is a perfect place for me to say how much I appreciate the prayers of the people for me and Laura. I can't thank our fellow citizens enough for taking time out of their lives to lift us up for prayer. I have finally begun to understand the story of the calm and the rough seas... I believe in my heart of hearts that it's because of the prayers of my fellow citizens. And today with the trust in the Lord's wisdom and goodness, I offer prayers of my own: for each gathered in the room, for the safety and success of the Holy Father's visit, and for God's continued blessings on our great land." President Bush Attends National Catholic Prayer Breakfast - April 18, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "This is a prayer breakfast. And this is a perfect place for me to say how much I appreciate the prayers of the people for me and Laura. I can't thank our fellow citizens enough for taking time out of their lives to lift us up for prayer. I have finally begun to understand the story of the calm and the rough seas... I believe in my heart of hearts that it's because of the prayers of my fellow citizens. And today with the trust in the Lord's wisdom and goodness, I offer prayers of my own: for each gathered in the room, for the safety and success of the Holy Father's visit, and for God's continued blessings on our great land." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080418-1.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 16:08 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080417-4.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "Appreciate our special relationship with Britain, and I believe that the actions we've taken are making it stronger. We spent time talking about the terrorists and extremists. I would remind my fellow citizens that just days after the Prime Minister took office, his country was attacked by murderers and extremists. And he handled the situation brilliantly. Prime Minister Brown understands our enemies remain determined to strike our countries and to kill our people. He and I share a determination, a fierce determination, that these evil men must be stopped and that we can defeat their hateful ideology by the spreading of liberty and freedom." President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom - April 17, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "Appreciate our special relationship with Britain, and I believe that the actions we've taken are making it stronger. We spent time talking about the terrorists and extremists. I would remind my fellow citizens that just days after the Prime Minister took office, his country was attacked by murderers and extremists. And he handled the situation brilliantly. Prime Minister Brown understands our enemies remain determined to strike our countries and to kill our people. He and I share a determination, a fierce determination, that these evil men must be stopped and that we can defeat their hateful ideology by the spreading of liberty and freedom." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080417-4.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 31:36 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080417.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "These are practical ways to help protect our environment. And one way to thank you is to have the Administrator present awards to you. You set a great example for people around the country and you set a great example for the government -- we're focused on conserving and protecting our environment. I don't know if you know this or not, but in -- we created the Northwestern Hawaii Island Marine National Monument, which is the largest single conservation area in our nation's history and the largest protected marine area in the world. And we did so because there are more than 7,000 species in the monument, and a quarter of them exist nowhere else on the Earth. And the good news is, Laura went over to dedicate the monument and did a fabulous job." President Bush Welcomes Recipients of the President's Environmental Youth Awards to White House - April 17, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "These are practical ways to help protect our environment. And one way to thank you is to have the Administrator present awards to you. You set a great example for people around the country and you set a great example for the government -- we're focused on conserving and protecting our environment. I don't know if you know this or not, but in -- we created the Northwestern Hawaii Island Marine National Monument, which is the largest single conservation area in our nation's history and the largest protected marine area in the world. And we did so because there are more than 7,000 species in the monument, and a quarter of them exist nowhere else on the Earth. And the good news is, Laura went over to dedicate the monument and did a fabulous job." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080417.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 14:13 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080416-6.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "Over the past seven years, my administration has taken a rational, balanced approach to these serious challenges. We believe we need to protect our environment. We believe we need to strengthen our energy security. We believe we need to grow our economy. And we believe the only way to achieve these goals is through continued advances in technology. So we've pursued a series of policies aimed at encouraging the rise of innovative as well as more cost-effective clean energy technologies that can help America and developing nations reduce greenhouse gases, reduce our dependence on oil, and keep our economies vibrant and strong for decades to come." President Bush Discusses Climate Change - April 16, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Over the past seven years, my administration has taken a rational, balanced approach to these serious challenges. We believe we need to protect our environment. We believe we need to strengthen our energy security. We believe we need to grow our economy. And we believe the only way to achieve these goals is through continued advances in technology. So we've pursued a series of policies aimed at encouraging the rise of innovative as well as more cost-effective clean energy technologies that can help America and developing nations reduce greenhouse gases, reduce our dependence on oil, and keep our economies vibrant and strong for decades to come." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080416-6.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 18:09 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080416.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "This is your first trip to the United States since you ascended to the Chair of Saint Peter. You will visit two of our greatest cities and meet countless Americans, including many who have traveled from across the country to see with you and to share in the joy of this visit. Here in America you'll find a nation of prayer. Each day millions of our citizens approach our Maker on bended knee, seeking His grace and giving thanks for the many blessings He bestows upon us. Millions of Americans have been praying for your visit, and millions look forward to praying with you this week." President Bush Welcomes His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI to White House - April 16, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "This is your first trip to the United States since you ascended to the Chair of Saint Peter. You will visit two of our greatest cities and meet countless Americans, including many who have traveled from across the country to see with you and to share in the joy of this visit. Here in America you'll find a nation of prayer. Each day millions of our citizens approach our Maker on bended knee, seeking His grace and giving thanks for the many blessings He bestows upon us. Millions of Americans have been praying for your visit, and millions look forward to praying with you this week." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080416.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 34:05 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414-6.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "We're here tonight to commemorate the 265th birthday of Thomas Jefferson, here in a room where he once walked and in a home where he once lived. In this house, President Jefferson spread the word that liberty was the right of every individual. In this house, Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark off on the mission that helped make America a continental nation. ...With a single sentence, Thomas Jefferson changed the history of the world. After countless centuries when the powerful and the privileged governed as they pleased, Jefferson proclaimed as a self-evident truth that liberty was a right given to all people by an Almighty." President and Mrs. Bush Commemorate 265th Birthday of Thomas Jefferson - April 14, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "We're here tonight to commemorate the 265th birthday of Thomas Jefferson, here in a room where he once walked and in a home where he once lived. In this house, President Jefferson spread the word that liberty was the right of every individual. In this house, Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark off on the mission that helped make America a continental nation. ...With a single sentence, Thomas Jefferson changed the history of the world. After countless centuries when the powerful and the privileged governed as they pleased, Jefferson proclaimed as a self-evident truth that liberty was a right given to all people by an Almighty." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414-6.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 37:37 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "I welcome you as stars on the football field, and I welcome you as soon-to-be sailors and Marines who have a major responsibility to protect the United States from harm and spread the great blessings of liberty so we can have peace. I cannot wait to be able to say to you someday, 'I'm proud to be your Commander-in-Chief.' And so I welcome you to the Rose Garden. I congratulate you on being fine football players. More importantly, I congratulate you on being patriotic Americans." President Bush Presents Commander-In-Chief's Trophy to the United States Naval Academy Football Team - April 14, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "I welcome you as stars on the football field, and I welcome you as soon-to-be sailors and Marines who have a major responsibility to protect the United States from harm and spread the great blessings of liberty so we can have peace. I cannot wait to be able to say to you someday, 'I'm proud to be your Commander-in-Chief.' And so I welcome you to the Rose Garden. I congratulate you on being fine football players. More importantly, I congratulate you on being patriotic Americans." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414-2.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 8:44 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "I do want to say something about trade. There's big disappointment around this table about the action the Speaker took on the Colombia free trade agreement. This free trade agreement is good for American workers and it's good for American consumers. And this free trade agreement is in our national interests. Yet that bill is dead unless the Speaker schedules a definite vote. This is a unprecedented move and it's not in our country's interest that we stiff an ally like Colombia, and that we don't encourage our goods and services to be sold overseas." President Bush Meets with Cabinet, Discusses Economy, Colombia Free Trade Agreement - April 14, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "I do want to say something about trade. There's big disappointment around this table about the action the Speaker took on the Colombia free trade agreement. This free trade agreement is good for American workers and it's good for American consumers. And this free trade agreement is in our national interests. Yet that bill is dead unless the Speaker schedules a definite vote. This is a unprecedented move and it's not in our country's interest that we stiff an ally like Colombia, and that we don't encourage our goods and services to be sold overseas." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080414.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 2:59 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080410-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "I want to say a word to our troops and civilians in Iraq. You've performed with incredible skill under demanding circumstances. The turnaround you have made possible in Iraq is a brilliant achievement in American history. And while this war is difficult, it is not endless. And we expect that, as conditions on the ground continue to improve, they will permit us to continue the policy of return on success. The day will come when Iraq is a capable partner of the United States. The day will come when Iraq is a stable democracy that helps fight our common enemies and promote our common interests in the Middle East. And when that day arrives, you'll come home with pride in your success, and the gratitude of your whole nation." President Bush Discusses Iraq - April 9, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "I want to say a word to our troops and civilians in Iraq. You've performed with incredible skill under demanding circumstances. The turnaround you have made possible in Iraq is a brilliant achievement in American history. And while this war is difficult, it is not endless. And we expect that, as conditions on the ground continue to improve, they will permit us to continue the policy of return on success. The day will come when Iraq is a capable partner of the United States. The day will come when Iraq is a stable democracy that helps fight our common enemies and promote our common interests in the Middle East. And when that day arrives, you'll come home with pride in your success, and the gratitude of your whole nation." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080410-2.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 17:14 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409-4.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "We spent a lot of time talking about the neighborhood. But before I get to a couple of countries in the neighborhood, I do want to say, one, how much I appreciate your firm stance against extremists and radicals who use the tactics of murder and intimidation to advance their ideologies. Singapore is a very strong ally in the war against the extremists." President Bush Meets with Senior Minister Goh of Singapore - April 9, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "We spent a lot of time talking about the neighborhood. But before I get to a couple of countries in the neighborhood, I do want to say, one, how much I appreciate your firm stance against extremists and radicals who use the tactics of murder and intimidation to advance their ideologies. Singapore is a very strong ally in the war against the extremists." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409-4.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 16:39:22 -0400 3:35 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "I'm about to sign a piece of legislation that will help give prisoners across America a second chance for a better life. This bill is going to support the caring men and women who help America's prisoners find renewal and hope." President Bush Signs H.R. 1593, the Second Chance Act of 2007 - April 9, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I'm about to sign a piece of legislation that will help give prisoners across America a second chance for a better life. This bill is going to support the caring men and women who help America's prisoners find renewal and hope." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409-2.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 8:21 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409.html President George W. Bush MRS. BUSH: "We are replacing the Scarlet Oak that fell earlier -- actually, I think it was before Christmas, that was planted by Benjamin Harrison, I think in 1898, I believe, is when it was planted. And so now we're replacing it. And we've invited descendants of Benjamin Harrison to come help us plant it. So we see all the family members over here, and three -- two great-great-grandsons, and one great-grandson of Benjamin Harrison who are here with us." President and Mrs. Bush Participate in Commemorative Tree Planting - April 9, 2008 MRS. BUSH: "We are replacing the Scarlet Oak that fell earlier -- actually, I think it was before Christmas, that was planted by Benjamin Harrison, I think in 1898, I believe, is when it was planted. And so now we're replacing it. And we've invited descendants of Benjamin Harrison to come help us plant it. So we see all the family members over here, and three -- two great-great-grandsons, and one great-grandson of Benjamin Harrison who are here with us." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080409.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:40 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080408-4.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "I just had a fascinating opportunity to discuss Afghanistan with eight governors. I started off the meeting by telling them I was a governor once. And... they were then telling me their stories, their concerns. First of all, they universally thanked the American people for standing with them as this new democracy takes hold." President Bush Meets with Afghanistan Provincial Governors - April 8, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "I just had a fascinating opportunity to discuss Afghanistan with eight governors. I started off the meeting by telling them I was a governor once. And... they were then telling me their stories, their concerns. First of all, they universally thanked the American people for standing with them as this new democracy takes hold." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080408-4.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:46 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080408-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "The Medal of Honor is America's highest decoration for military valor. Over the years, many who have received the medal have given their lives in the action that earned it. The name of Petty Officer Michael Anthony Monsoor will now be among them. In September 2006, Michael laid down his life for his brothers in arms. Today, we remember the life of this faithful Navy SEAL. And on behalf of a grateful nation, we will present Michael Monsoor's family with the Medal of Honor that he earned." President Bush Attends Medal of Honor Ceremony for Petty Officer Michael A. Monsoor, U.S. Navy - April 8, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "The Medal of Honor is America's highest decoration for military valor. Over the years, many who have received the medal have given their lives in the action that earned it. The name of Petty Officer Michael Anthony Monsoor will now be among them. In September 2006, Michael laid down his life for his brothers in arms. Today, we remember the life of this faithful Navy SEAL. And on behalf of a grateful nation, we will present Michael Monsoor's family with the Medal of Honor that he earned." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080408-3.pod.a.mp3 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 14:14 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-11.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "Winning requires very strong leadership -- that's what it takes. After eight years of welcoming national champs there's always one common denominator, and that is it requires a strong leader to motivate people toward a common goal. And that's exactly what you have in Coach Les Miles. ...I appreciate you understanding that once you're a champ on the field, means you have a responsibility to be a champ off the field, as well." President Bush Welcomes 2007 NCAA Football Champion Louisiana State University Tigers to the White House - April 7, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "Winning requires very strong leadership -- that's what it takes. After eight years of welcoming national champs there's always one common denominator, and that is it requires a strong leader to motivate people toward a common goal. And that's exactly what you have in Coach Les Miles. ...I appreciate you understanding that once you're a champ on the field, means you have a responsibility to be a champ off the field, as well." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-11.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 9:56 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-6.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "I just had a fascinating discussion with fellow citizens who happen to be small business owners, people who run small businesses. And I'm talking about a variety of small businesses. We got a meat packer, an apple processor, we've got a grinder, a large equipment manufacturer, education man. We got a lot of folks from different backgrounds and different states, all of whom were talking about the effects of the pro-growth economic package that was passed by the Congress and how that package is causing them to make capital investments that they might not have made in the year 2008." President Bush Meets with Small and Mid-Size Business Owners to Discuss Economic Stimulus Package - April 7, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "I just had a fascinating discussion with fellow citizens who happen to be small business owners, people who run small businesses. And I'm talking about a variety of small businesses. We got a meat packer, an apple processor, we've got a grinder, a large equipment manufacturer, education man. We got a lot of folks from different backgrounds and different states, all of whom were talking about the effects of the pro-growth economic package that was passed by the Congress and how that package is causing them to make capital investments that they might not have made in the year 2008." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-6.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 2:57 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "In a few minutes, I will sign a letter to Congress that will transmit legislation implementing the United States' free trade agreement with Colombia. This agreement will advance America's national security interests in a critical region. It will strengthen a courageous ally in our hemisphere. It will help America's economy and America's workers at a vital time. It deserves bipartisan support from the United States Congress." President Bush Discusses Colombia Free Trade Agreement - April 7, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "In a few minutes, I will sign a letter to Congress that will transmit legislation implementing the United States' free trade agreement with Colombia. This agreement will advance America's national security interests in a critical region. It will strengthen a courageous ally in our hemisphere. It will help America's economy and America's workers at a vital time. It deserves bipartisan support from the United States Congress." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080407-1.pod.a.mp3 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 11:13 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080406-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Sunday said, "We spent a lot of time in our relationship trying to get rid of the Cold War. It's over. It ended. And the fundamental question in this relationship is, could we work together to put the Cold War in the past? And I fully recognize there are people in America and Russia that think the Cold War still exists. And sometimes that makes relations difficult. But it's very important for leaders to think strategically and not get stuck in the past, and be willing to advance agendas. And so we worked very hard over the past years to find areas where we can work together, and find ways to be agreeable when we disagree. And I think we've done a pretty good job of it. And I want to thank you for your openness, as well. It's been a remarkable relationship." President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Putin of Russia - April 6, 2008 President Bush on Sunday said, "We spent a lot of time in our relationship trying to get rid of the Cold War. It's over. It ended. And the fundamental question in this relationship is, could we work together to put the Cold War in the past? And I fully recognize there are people in America and Russia that think the Cold War still exists. And sometimes that makes relations difficult. But it's very important for leaders to think strategically and not get stuck in the past, and be willing to advance agendas. And so we worked very hard over the past years to find areas where we can work together, and find ways to be agreeable when we disagree. And I think we've done a pretty good job of it. And I want to thank you for your openness, as well. It's been a remarkable relationship." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080406-3.pod.a.mp3 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 32:57 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080406-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Sunday said, "Thank you for meeting with me and my delegation. And I'm looking forward to getting to know you, so we'll be able to work through common problems and find common opportunities." President Bush Meets with President-Elect Dmitry Medvedev of Russia - April 6, 2008 President Bush on Sunday said, "Thank you for meeting with me and my delegation. And I'm looking forward to getting to know you, so we'll be able to work through common problems and find common opportunities." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080406-1.pod.a.mp3 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 1:45 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080406.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Sunday said, "...It's going to be a very interesting meeting. This is the final meeting that we will have as Presidents of our respective countries. We have met a lot over the past years, and I've come to, you know, respect you. I respect the fact that you love your country. You've been a strong leader. You're not afraid to tell me what's on your mind. And when it's all said and done, we can shake hands." President Bush Meets with President Putin of Russia - April 6, 2008 President Bush on Sunday said, "...It's going to be a very interesting meeting. This is the final meeting that we will have as Presidents of our respective countries. We have met a lot over the past years, and I've come to, you know, respect you. I respect the fact that you love your country. You've been a strong leader. You're not afraid to tell me what's on your mind. And when it's all said and done, we can shake hands." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080406.pod.a.mp3 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 2:52 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080405-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Saturday said, "All in all, it's been an honor to be with you. I'm so grateful for your government and for the people of your country for welcoming me and Laura, and I look forward to future visits." President Bush Meets with Croatian Prime Minister Sanader - April 5, 2008 President Bush on Saturday said, "All in all, it's been an honor to be with you. I'm so grateful for your government and for the people of your country for welcoming me and Laura, and I look forward to future visits." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080405-2.pod.a.mp3 Sat, 05 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 5:50 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080405-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Saturday said, "Croatia is a very different place than it was just a decade ago. The Croatian people have overcome war and hardship to build peaceful relations with your neighbors, and to build a maturing democracy in one of the most beautiful countries on the face of the Earth. (Applause.) Americans admire your courage and admire your persistence. And we look forward to welcoming you as a partner in NATO." President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Sanader of Croatia in Zagreb, Croatia - April 5, 2008 President Bush on Saturday said, "Croatia is a very different place than it was just a decade ago. The Croatian people have overcome war and hardship to build peaceful relations with your neighbors, and to build a maturing democracy in one of the most beautiful countries on the face of the Earth. (Applause.) Americans admire your courage and admire your persistence. And we look forward to welcoming you as a partner in NATO." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080405-1.pod.a.mp3 Sat, 05 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 25:10 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080404-6.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "We are so proud of our relationship, Mr. President. We share common values. We believe in human rights and human dignity. We believe there's a Creator that has given every man, woman and child on the face of the Earth the great gift of freedom. We believe markets are capable of unleashing the entrepreneurial spirit of our peoples. We understand that freedom requires sacrifice." President Bush and President Mesic of Croatia Exchange Toasts - April 4, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "We are so proud of our relationship, Mr. President. We share common values. We believe in human rights and human dignity. We believe there's a Creator that has given every man, woman and child on the face of the Earth the great gift of freedom. We believe markets are capable of unleashing the entrepreneurial spirit of our peoples. We understand that freedom requires sacrifice." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080404-6.pod.a.mp3 Sat, 05 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 8:18 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080404.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Friday said, "First of all, I want to congratulate the government, yourself, for hosting a very successful NATO summit. It's not easy to host as many automobiles, body guards, world leaders, hanger-oners as you did. And yet you did it, and you organized well. Everybody who came to the summit was most impressed. I really do want to thank you. And I want to thank the people of Bucharest for their patience. I apologize for the inconvenience, but I do think it was a good sign, it was important for your country to be the host of this important event. And it was a very successful summit." President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Popescu-Tariceanu of Romania - April 4, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "First of all, I want to congratulate the government, yourself, for hosting a very successful NATO summit. It's not easy to host as many automobiles, body guards, world leaders, hanger-oners as you did. And yet you did it, and you organized well. Everybody who came to the summit was most impressed. I really do want to thank you. And I want to thank the people of Bucharest for their patience. I apologize for the inconvenience, but I do think it was a good sign, it was important for your country to be the host of this important event. And it was a very successful summit." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080404.pod.a.mp3 Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 8:29 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080403-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Thursday said, "Since the end of the Cold War, NATO has welcomed 10 liberated nations to its ranks. These countries have brought new ideas, new enthusiasm and new vigor. NATO's embrace of these new members has made Europe stronger, safer and freer. These countries have made our Alliance more relevant to the dangers we confront in the new century." President Bush Attends North Atlantic Council Summit Meeting - April 3, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "Since the end of the Cold War, NATO has welcomed 10 liberated nations to its ranks. These countries have brought new ideas, new enthusiasm and new vigor. NATO's embrace of these new members has made Europe stronger, safer and freer. These countries have made our Alliance more relevant to the dangers we confront in the new century." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080403-3.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 3:35 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080402-4.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "Mr. Secretary, thank you for your time. Thank you for organizing the Bucharest summit. I appreciate your service very much to the cause of real peace, and I want to thank you for your briefing. I'm, like you, optimistic that this is going to be a very successful summit." President Bush Meets with NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer - April 2, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Mr. Secretary, thank you for your time. Thank you for organizing the Bucharest summit. I appreciate your service very much to the cause of real peace, and I want to thank you for your briefing. I'm, like you, optimistic that this is going to be a very successful summit." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080402-4.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 5:08 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080402-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "I appreciate very much our discussions we had on NATO enlargement. Romania and the United States agree that our Alliance must continue to be open to new members that share our values and to make tough choices to reform, and countries that are willing to address our security needs jointly." President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Basescu of Romania - April 2, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I appreciate very much our discussions we had on NATO enlargement. Romania and the United States agree that our Alliance must continue to be open to new members that share our values and to make tough choices to reform, and countries that are willing to address our security needs jointly." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080402-3.pod.a.mp3 Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 27:31 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080402-2.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Wednesday said, "Building a strong NATO Alliance also requires a strong European defense capacity. So at this summit, I will encourage our European partners to increase their defense investments to support both NATO and EU operations. America believes if Europeans invest in their own defense, they will also be stronger and more capable when we deploy together. I have confidence that NATO is ready for the challenges of the 21st century because I have confidence in the courage of allies like Romania. The Romanian people have seen evil in their midst -- and they've seen evil defeated. They value freedom because they've lived without it. And this hard experience has inspired them to fight and sacrifice for the liberty of others." President Bush Visits Bucharest, Romania, Discusses NATO - April 2, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Building a strong NATO Alliance also requires a strong European defense capacity. So at this summit, I will encourage our European partners to increase their defense investments to support both NATO and EU operations. America believes if Europeans invest in their own defense, they will also be stronger and more capable when we deploy together. I have confidence that NATO is ready for the challenges of the 21st century because I have confidence in the courage of allies like Romania. The Romanian people have seen evil in their midst -- and they've seen evil defeated. They value freedom because they've lived without it. And this hard experience has inspired them to fight and sacrifice for the liberty of others." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080402-2.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 29:09 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080401-3.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "So we're very excited for you, and we're excited about your future. And we wish you all the very best. Thank you for your gracious hospitality. Thank you for letting us come by your beautiful school. And may God bless you, and wish you all the very best." President Bush Views HIV/AIDS Skit - April 1, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "So we're very excited for you, and we're excited about your future. And we wish you all the very best. Thank you for your gracious hospitality. Thank you for letting us come by your beautiful school. And may God bless you, and wish you all the very best." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080401-3.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 8:15 http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080401-1.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Tuesday said, "I am proud to be sitting next to a leader who has strong convictions and a lot of courage. We come with a message for the people of Ukraine. Your sovereign nation has a friend and a solid partner in the United States. Our nations have built our friendship on the love of liberty. Our people believe that freedom is the gift of an Almighty to every man, woman and child. And President Yushchenko and I understand that democracies are the best partners for peace and security in every part of the world." President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Viktor Yushchenko of Ukraine - April 1, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "I am proud to be sitting next to a leader who has strong convictions and a lot of courage. We come with a message for the people of Ukraine. Your sovereign nation has a friend and a solid partner in the United States. Our nations have built our friendship on the love of liberty. Our people believe that freedom is the gift of an Almighty to every man, woman and child. And President Yushchenko and I understand that democracies are the best partners for peace and security in every part of the world." http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/04/20080401-1.pod.a.mp3 Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 26:29 http://staging.eop.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080331.html President George W. Bush President Bush on Monday said, "Laura and I are on our way to a very important NATO summit, and members of the United States Congress are on their way back to Washington. And they have a lot of work to do. Congress needs to pass FISA reform. ...Congress needs to pass legislation to modernize the Federal Housing Administration. ...Congress needs to act urgently to approve the Colombian Free Trade Agreement..." President Bush Departs for NATO Summit - March 31, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "Laura and I are on our way to a very important NATO summit, and members of the United States Congress are on their way back to Washington. And they have a lot of work to do. Congress needs to pass FISA reform. ...Cong