George W. Bush: “I am pleased to accept the recommendations of Secretary Gates for several key positions in our Nation's Armed Forces.”

Those who have lost their precious children are facing a grief no parents should ever know.

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

You've showed the great strength of America through your work—and that is your good heart.

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