George W. Bush: “I want people working.”

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.

The battles waged by our troops are part of a broader struggle between two dramatically different systems.

Today, we remember your loss, we share your sorrow and we honor the men and women that you have loved so long and so well.

It has been the privilege of a lifetime to serve as your President.