George W. Bush: “And now, as an expression of our own hope for peace in this Christmas season, we will light the National Tree.”

I have decided that it is necessary to include these rules of origin.

History will remember him as among the finest public servants of his generation – a patriot who brought integrity, high intelligence, and seriousness of purpose to every position.

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

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.