George W. Bush: “I believe that if we were to leave before this country had an opportunity to stabilize, it would confirm their sense…”

To you and the honored dead, our country is forever grateful.

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

I hereby find that the furnishing of defense articles and defense services to the Southern African Development Community will strengthen the security of the United States and promote world peace.

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.