George W. Bush: “Today we call on Americans to exercise this responsibility with special care and vigilance.”

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

If any voters came hoping for a kind word and a hug, they’d have to settle for the kind word.

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

America has gone more than seven years without another terrorist attack on our soil. This is a tribute to those who toil night and day to keep us safe.