George W. Bush: “Many did not survive the fury of the storm.”

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

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

To you and the honored dead, our country is forever grateful.

History will remember him as among the finest public servants of his generation – a patriot who brought integrity, high intelligence, and seriousness of purpose to every position.