George W. Bush: “I have signed into law S. 1680, the 'Defense Production Reauthorization Act of 2003'.”

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

To you and the honored dead, our country is forever grateful.

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.

You will have an Almighty God to comfort you.