George W. Bush: “Santanu K. Baruah, of Oregon, to be Administrator of the Small Business Administration, vice Steven C. Preston…”

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.

On behalf of the American people, Laura and I offer our sincere condolences to Betsy and the Wyeth family.

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

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.