George W. Bush: “It means a lot to me, and it means a lot to the people whose lives you're protecting.”

We are heartbroken by the loss of life and the agony so many are feeling.

This tax relief has been a key factor in promoting the economic growth and job creation of recent years, and it should be made permanent.

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

The creativity, ingenuity, and resourcefulness of the American people is our country's greatest strength.