George W. Bush: “John L. Withers II, of Maryland, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Counselor, to be Ambassador…”

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

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

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

For eight years, it has been my honor to serve as your President. The first decade of this new century has been a period of consequence—a time set apart.