George W. Bush: “Governor Bush will lead the delegation.”

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.

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

Being your President was a high privilege, and the honor of a lifetime.

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