George W. Bush: “Nobody wants to be the war President.”

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.

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

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 are grateful to the first responders and volunteers who are working to find the missing and comfort the grieving at Camp Mystic and along the Guadalupe.