George W. Bush: “This was a storm that covered 90,000 square miles.”

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.

Congratulations on becoming our President.

what America does for itself has made it strong--but what America does for others has made it great.

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.