George W. Bush: “The inaugural is a celebration of our democracy.”

The actions taken by my Administration in response to the financial crisis have laid the groundwork for a return to economic growth and job creation.

We learned that bravery is more common than we imagined, emerging with sudden splendor in the face of death.

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

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.