George W. Bush: “America and Italy are standing together as proud friends and strong allies in the cause of freedom.”

I have confidence in the promise of America because I know the character of our people.

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

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.

I applaud your Governor's response to that tragedy.