George W. Bush: “This country is in for the long haul, that we believe in freedom, that we understand obligations.”

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

I know campaigns are stressful and taxing.

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

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.