George W. Bush: “On this day, we honor the life of Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, and celebrate the rich history of the Emerald Isle.”

Those who have lost their precious children are facing a grief no parents should ever know.

Is it in our national interests that 25 million people who would have died now live? I think it is, and so do you.

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

Is it in our interest that 25 million people who would have died now live? I think it is. On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you for your hard work and God bless you.