George W. Bush

Here at home, it can be easy to overlook the bravery shown by Iraqi troops and Iraqi civilians who are in the fight for freedom.

America's enduring presence and perseverance on that continent aided the rise of democracy.

As security improves, more Iraqis are stepping forward to defend their democracy.

But by standing with the Iraqi people as they build their democracy, we will deliver a devastating blow to Al Qaida.

The surge was designed to help bring security to Iraq.

They have an elected government in a sovereign country.

I think that this was a catastrophic natural disaster that we all know is going to take some time to -- for the Gulf Coast to recover.

The immediate goal in Iraq is to bring security and stability.

Continued spending restraint is a critical element for accomplishing a balanced budget.

Today's deficit estimate release by the Congressional Budget Office is good news for American taxpayers.

Balancing the budget requires keeping the economy strong, keeping tax rates low, and keeping spending in check.

Nothing makes me more proud to say that I am your Commander in Chief.

Helping Iraq stand up a functioning democracy is critical to the safety of the American people.

We will support our troops, we'll support our commanders, and we will give them everything they need to succeed.

Helping democracies of the Middle East stand up to violent Islamic extremists is the reasonable path toward a safer world for the American people.

A free Iraq will not transform into a perfect democracy overnight, but it will be a massive defeat for Al Qaeda and a source of hope for the rest of the Middle East.

A free Iraq will be a massive defeat for Al Qaida, it will be an example that provides hope for millions throughout the Middle East.

We agree our veterans deserve the full support of the United States Government.

So long as we remain true to our ideals, we will defeat the extremists in Iraq.

I wish I didn't have to say that, but an enemy that attacked us on September the 11th, 2001, declared war on the United States of America.

Critics of the Korean War argued that America should not intervene to save South Korea from communist invasion, but today South Korea is a strong, democratic ally of the United States.

I recognize that history cannot predict the future with absolute certainty.

As long as I'm Commander in Chief, we will fight to win.

It's an honor to stand with the men and women of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

To strengthen our energy security, environmental protection and economic sustainability, our governments finalized a Trilateral Agreement for Cooperation in Energy Science and Technology.