05/09/2003
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...
"Today the Iraqi people reached an important milestone in their journey on democracy."
"Today, Americans celebrate our country's natural beauty and renew our commitment to be good stewards of our air, water, and land."
"Our message to the American people is, don't fear the future because we intend to shape the future."
"A free Iraq in the heart of the Middle East will be a powerful blow to the terrorists and a beacon of liberty for people across that region."