George W. Bush: “Every life matters to the American people.”

I know campaigns are stressful and taxing.

what America does for itself has made it strong--but what America does for others has made it great.

Today, we remember your loss, we share your sorrow and we honor the men and women that you have loved so long and so well.

The American economy has consistently proven its strength and resilience in the face of shocks such as natural disasters, high energy prices, and the terrorist attacks of September 11.