George W. Bush: “It is the policy of the Federal Government to spend taxpayer dollars effectively, and more effectively each year.”

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.

Being your President was a high privilege, and the honor of a lifetime.

I hereby find that the furnishing of defense articles and defense services to the Southern African Development Community will strengthen the security of the United States and promote world peace.

seldom has history offered a greater opportunity to do so much for so many.