George W. Bush: “We need a plan to lengthen unemployment benefits; we need a plan to shorten the recession.”

I have confidence in the promise of America because I know the character of our people.

America has gone more than seven years without another terrorist attack on our soil. This is a tribute to those who toil night and day to keep us safe.

I'm really happy to be back in this great state.

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.