I know I speak for all Americans when I reaffirm our unshakeable commitment to our country's most precious heritage—serving the cause of peace and freedom in the world.

There can be no sadder duty for one who holds the office I hold than to pay tribute to Americans who have given their lives in the service of their country.

I am very proud to congratulate the United States Army Reserve on its Diamond Anniversary.

As a free people, we've never allowed intimidation to stop us from doing what we know to be right.

Let us here in their presence serve notice to the cowardly, skulking barbarians in the world that they will not have their way.

Our nation has also been a wise steward of our natural resources.

If our farmers and ranchers develop strong safety habits while at work, in the home, in recreational pursuits, and while driving on the road, our safety record will improve further.

I applaud the progress that this nation has made in protecting and enhancing the quality of the environment.

One thing your confirmation process clearly did was to highlight this Agency's critical role.

The European Community, our largest overseas trading partner, will be essential to that effort.

I herewith report four new deferrals of budget authority totaling $31,441,000 and one revision to a previously reported deferral, increasing the amount deferred by $6,000,000.

Job-a-thons are the finest American traditions of neighbor helping neighbor.