Political Quotes

George W. Bush: “We want mothers to be able to raise their sons and daughters in a peaceful environment so they can realize the hopes and…”

On the recordSeptember 16, 2008
We want mothers to be able to raise their sons and daughters in a peaceful environment so they can realize the hopes and dreams of a better world.
Said by
George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks Following a Meeting With Multi-National Force—Iraq Former Commander General David H. Petraeus

Share

More from George W. Bush

Jul 1, 2025

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

huffpost.com
Jul 2, 2025

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.

nbcnews.com
Nov 22, 2025

If any voters came hoping for a kind word and a hug, they’d have to settle for the kind word.

theatlantic.com
Jul 7, 2025

We are grateful to the first responders and volunteers who are working to find the missing and comfort the grieving at Camp Mystic and along the Guadalupe.

huffpost.com

Other voices in this conversation