We are deeply saddened over the passing of President Turgut Ozal of Turkey.

The alliance of Turkey and the United States is stronger today because of the personal leadership of the late President.

I stressed to the Prime Minister that I am particularly concerned about Japan's growing global current account and trade surpluses.

I think the spirit at which both sides bring to this leaves me, at least, with confidence we'll work our way through this in good shape

I think we'll talk about a lot of things today, many things.

All three of these people have distinguished themselves through public service throughout their careers.

I don't know whether to say yes or no.

I am very pleased that William Taylor, Tara O'Toole, and Judith Winston will be taking positions in my administration.

The world needs a strong Japan.

We're looking at a number of options.

Our good friends, like Japan, for some time have urged us to do this.

I believe in the need for strong Federal action to keep the economy going toward recovery and to create jobs.

I am prepared to do that.

Let's work together.

Dan Mica has done an excellent job on the Board of International Broadcasting, and I expect he will continue as Chairman to promote the cause of democracy abroad.

I intend to fully and aggressively push the crime bill, which did not pass the Congress last year.

I determine that it is in the national interest for the Export-Import Bank of the United States to extend a loan in the amount of $78,232,982 to the People's Republic of China.

I say that not to be either political or unduly critical but to point out that one of the great challenges of this age for every advanced nation, everyone, is to fully develop the capacities of all of its people and then find work for them…