George W. Bush: “Robert J. Conrad, Jr., of North Carolina, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Fourth Circuit, vice James Dickson…”

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

We learned that bravery is more common than we imagined, emerging with sudden splendor in the face of death.

We are heartbroken by the loss of life and the agony so many are feeling.

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