George W. Bush: “America's commitment to the freedom agenda is strong.”

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.

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

I applaud your Governor's response to that tragedy.

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