George W. Bush: “The greatest gift a citizen of this country can give those of us entrusted with political office is to pray for us.”

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.

We know our words cannot help, but we believe the prayers of so many Americans will.

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.

The actions taken by my Administration in response to the financial crisis have laid the groundwork for a return to economic growth and job creation.