George W. Bush: “This is the first regular appropriations act for the Department of Homeland Security.”

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.

Violence and vitriol must be purged from the public square. Members of other political parties are not our enemies; they are our fellow citizens.

Government does have a role to play in health care, but a robust private market is critical to ensuring that health care is affordable and accessible for all Americans.