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Bush Articulates U.S. & China Quake Relief Efforts
Sunday, 8 June 2008, 2:26 am | The White House
"This disaster requires a strong response from the Chinese, which is what they're providing, but it also responds [sic] a compassionate response from nations to whom -- that have got the blessings, good blessings of life, and that's us." - Bush. More >>
Bush Compares Afghanistan, Iraq Situation To WW II
Thursday, 29 May 2008, 2:52 pm | The White House
"To win the first war of the 21st century, we need to prevail not just in the battle of arms, but also in the battle of wills. And we need to recognize that the only way America can lose the war on terror is if we defeat ourselves." - George Bush. More >>
Bush Joins Arlington Memorial Day Commemoration
Tuesday, 27 May 2008, 5:45 pm | The White House
I am humbled by those who have made the ultimate sacrifice that allow a free civilization to endure and flourish. It only remains for us, the heirs of their legacy, to have the courage and character to follow their lead -- and to preserve America. More >>
President Bush Attends Division Review Ceremony
Friday, 23 May 2008, 11:14 am | The White House
"Withdrawal from Iraq would embolden al Qaeda & Iran. Withdrawal would signal that America is weak. Withdrawal would be catastrophic. Success in Iraq would deny al Qaeda safe haven & deal a blow to Iran's ambitions to dominate the region." - Bush. More >>
Speaking Of Burma: VOA Interview Of The First Lady
Thursday, 22 May 2008, 12:59 am | The White House
"I want to urge the military rulers to let the United States, let the people of the United States help, because we can help in such a very successful way because of the equipment that we have that's available, that people could use." - Laura Bush. More >>
White House Press Briefing - May 20, 2008
Wednesday, 21 May 2008, 2:36 pm | The White House
"We have multilateral agreement that Iran should not be allowed to have a nuclear weapon, or get the technology to be able to obtain a nuclear weapon, and we're all working towards that goal." But no President should take options off the table. More >>
President Bush At The World Economic Forum, Egypt
Monday, 19 May 2008, 11:48 am | The White House
"Every peaceful nation in the region has an interest in opposing Iran's nuclear weapons ambitions. To allow the world's leading sponsor of terror to gain the world's deadliest weapon would be an unforgivable betrayal of future generations." -- George Bush. More >>
Bush Addresses Members Of The Israeli Knesset
Friday, 16 May 2008, 11:21 am | The White House
"I visited Masada, an inspiring monument to courage and sacrifice. At this historic site, Israeli soldiers swear an oath: 'Masada shall never fall again.' Citizens of Israel: Masada shall never fall again, and America will be at your side." More >>
Bush Honors 60th Anniversary of State of Israel
Friday, 16 May 2008, 11:15 am | The White House
The patriarchs of ancient Israel and the pioneers of modern Israel would marvel at the achievements of this nation... a modern, thriving democracy in the heart of the Middle East... testimony to the truest resource of the Israeli people... brain power. More >>
President Bush Visits Jerusalem - May 14, 2008
Thursday, 15 May 2008, 10:35 am | The White House
"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." - George W. Bush. More >>
Congressional Gold Medal For Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
Wednesday, 7 May 2008, 10:12 am | The White House
I signed a bill ... to honor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi with the Congressional Gold Medal... a fitting tribute to a courageous woman who speaks for freedom for all the people of Burma ... a powerful voice in contrast to the junta that currently rules the country. More >>
First Lady Mrs. Laura Bush's Statement on Burma
Tuesday, 6 May 2008, 12:38 am | The White House
"On Saturday, Cyclone Nargis swept through Burma. The storm affected more than 2 million people, and according to the Burmese media, killed thousands. The aftermath has left cities paralyzed, families separated and houses and businesses destroyed." More >>
President Bush Celebrates National Day of Prayer
Friday, 2 May 2008, 8:10 pm | The White House
George Washington took the oath of office and then added the famous plea, "So help me God." John Adams's wrote a prayer now etched on the fireplace in the State Dining Room, he prayed, "May none but honest and wise men ever rule under this roof." More >>
President Bush Offers $770 Million For Food Crisis
Friday, 2 May 2008, 12:41 am | The White House
Many have expressed concern about the significant increase in global food prices. Today I am calling on Congress to provide an additional $770 million to support food aid and development programs. Other countries have a role to play as well. More >>
President Bush Visits The Economic Club, New York
Monday, 17 March 2008, 10:00 am | The White House
You know, people said, did you talk to the King of Saudi about oil prices? Of course I did. I reminded him two things: One, you better be careful about affecting markets. And secondly, the higher the price of oil, the more capital is going to come. More >>
President Bush Meets With Senator John McCain
Thursday, 6 March 2008, 9:07 am | The White House
John showed incredible courage and strength of character and perseverance in order to get to this moment. And that's exactly what we need in a President: somebody that can handle the tough decisions; somebody who won't flinch in the face of danger. More >>
Press Briefing On Bush State Of The Union Address
Tuesday, 29 January 2008, 4:22 pm | The White House
It is not a retrospective speech in any way, shape or form. It is very forward-looking, very action-oriented, and talking about things that need to be done in this Congress and in this election year; ways in which Republicans and Democrats can work together. More >>
Statement By President Bush On Kenya
Wednesday, 9 January 2008, 12:09 am | The White House
The Government of Kenya has acknowledged that voting irregularities have occurred, and the Orange Democratic Movement has pledged to refrain from further protests that could detract from reconciliation efforts. More >>
President's Radio Address: Travel To Middle East
Tuesday, 8 January 2008, 8:09 am | The White House
"On Tuesday, I will board Air Force One and depart for a trip to the Middle East. This is a region of great strategic importance to the United States, and I'm looking forward to my visit. My first stops will be in the Holy Land," -- George Bush. More >>
President Bush's Message On New Year's Day, 2008
Wednesday, 2 January 2008, 10:08 am | The White House
We move forward with trust in the power of the American spirit, confidence in our purpose, and faith in a loving God who created us to be free. May God bless you, may God bless our troops and their families, and may God bless America. More >>