George W. Bush: “I'm looking forward to my trip overseas.”

We know our words cannot help, but we believe the prayers of so many Americans will.

The actions taken by my Administration in response to the financial crisis have laid the groundwork for a return to economic growth and job creation.

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.

This is not mere nostalgia, it is the truest version of ourselves.