George H.W. Bush

Desert Storm proved once more that America's strength of character begins in the heart of every individual.

The young men and women we've welcomed home from the Gulf return to a Nation far different than the one they left.

Let the annual return of this day forever refresh our recollections of these rights, and an undiminished devotion to them.

Desert Storm marked the end of an era of self-doubt and lingering uncertainty about America's staying power and sense of purpose.

I am pleased to announce that the United States will sign an environmental protection protocol to the Antarctic treaty.

Put simply, he ensured that I received the unfettered advice of our key national security members.

Today, here in the White House, we honor 10 Americans, 10 of the hundreds of thousands of heroes who answered the call.

On the eve of this Fourth of July—and the 50th anniversary of this monument—let us express our undiminished devotion to the ideals of Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt.

Without Lincoln, I don't believe we would be a whole nation today.

Your objective was clear. It was the liberation of Kuwait.

The protection of the Antarctic environment is an important international responsibility.

I believe the environmental protection measures included in this protocol will ensure the protection of this natural resource for generations.

I also support the restrictions on mineral activity in the Antarctic, as provided for in this protocol.

Today we salute Hap and all the others here today and all the rest who built Mount Rushmore.

His love of democracy was matched only by his faith in human nature.

A visit to Mount Rushmore is a moment of communion with the very soul of America.

Our challenges are enormous. But remember, this is America, and here, great things are possible.

Washington sought not the security of power but the power to secure America's independence, to build a nation devoted to freedom and human dignity.

Mr. President, America, your ally, shares your pride.

Mr. President, as valued partners, Korea and the United States together shall usher in a free, new, peaceful, and prosperous Pacific era in the 21st century.

We finally had time, after all the planning and talking, to get you out on the White House tennis court.

Through our meetings this morning, Mr. President, I can reaffirm that we are indeed living in a great era of change.

Korea's success stands as a testament to the resolve of the Korean people.

The United States remains today fully committed to protecting the peace and security of Korea, even as Korea assumes a leading role in its own defense.

So, let us raise our glasses to President and Mrs. Roh, to the proud Republic of Korea, and to the lasting friendship between the people of Korea and the United States of America.