George W. Bush: “Precipitous withdrawal from Iraq would embolden our enemies and confirm their belief that America will not stand behind…”

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

Is it in our interest that 25 million people who would have died now live? I think it is. On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you for your hard work and God bless you.

seldom has history offered a greater opportunity to do so much for so many.

Being your President was a high privilege, and the honor of a lifetime.