George W. Bush: “And it was just a special day and a wonderful day, and we're mighty blessed.”

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.

What America does for itself has made it strong--but what America does for others has made it great.

For eight years, it has been my honor to serve as your President. The first decade of this new century has been a period of consequence—a time set apart.

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