George W. Bush: “An educated child is one much more likely to realize his or her dreams.”

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.

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.

On behalf of the American people, Laura and I offer our sincere condolences to Betsy and the Wyeth family.

If any voters came hoping for a kind word and a hug, they’d have to settle for the kind word.