I know the American people are tired of business as usual and politics as usual.
The issue isn't politics. The issue is people.
You sent me to Washington to get our Government and economy moving after years of paralysis in policy.
The alliance of Turkey and the United States is stronger today because of the personal leadership of the late President.
We are deeply saddened over the passing of President Turgut Ozal of Turkey.
I wanted first to do my weekly broadcast with the American people.
This is not about deficit spending. We have offered a plan to cut the deficit.
The spirit of service is embodied in the people of America.
All three of these people have distinguished themselves through public service throughout their careers.
We're looking at a number of options.
I don't know whether to say yes or no.
I think we'll talk about a lot of things today, many things.
The world needs a strong Japan.
I stressed to the Prime Minister that I am particularly concerned about Japan's growing global current account and trade surpluses.
I am very pleased that William Taylor, Tara O'Toole, and Judith Winston will be taking positions in my administration.
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
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.
