George W. Bush: “Translating medical research into practical life-improving changes is a critical function of the Surgeon General.”

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

We look forward to working with him and the National Archives to build a world-class Presidential library and museum that will be an important resource for scholars and the general public.

Violence and vitriol must be purged from the public square. Members of other political parties are not our enemies; they are our fellow citizens.

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.