George W. Bush

I look forward to working with each of these strong leaders in combating terrorism and protecting the American people.

I proposed the National Parks Centennial Initiative to put America's national parks on track for another century of conservation, preservation, and enjoyment.

I will harness the power of markets, the creativity of entrepreneurs, and draw upon the best scientific research.

The National Parks Centennial Initiative will enhance our national parks during the decade leading up to their 100th anniversary in 2016.

This record funding increase would lead to an additional $450 million over 2006 levels in operating funds and signature projects and programs for 2008.

America is on the verge of technological breakthroughs that will enable us to live our lives less dependent on oil.

There is a natural greenhouse effect that contributes to warming…And the National Academy of Sciences indicates that the increase is due in large part to human activity.

I really love being with our park rangers.

My Administration is committed to cutting our Nation's greenhouse gas intensity…by 18 percent over the next 10 years.

I fully hope the citizens groups who are concerned about the parks beat a hasty trail to the Congress.

Advancing new technologies that will enable us to do two things – strengthen our economy, and at the same time, be better stewards of the environment.

I want to thank Dirk for seeing through the completion or near completion of about 6,600 such projects.

Our national parks are really one of America's great treasures.

Today I am pleased to announce my decision to create a Department of Defense Unified Combatant Command for Africa.

Africa Command will enhance our efforts to bring peace and security to the people of Africa and promote our common goals of development, health, education, democracy, and economic growth in Africa.

This new command will strengthen our security cooperation with Africa and create new opportunities to bolster the capabilities of our partners in Africa.

Both of us, the Iraqis and the U.S. and coalition forces, have got to get this plan in place as quickly as possible.

The Federal deficit is declining and on a path to elimination.

The U.S. economy is strong.

The status quo wasn't acceptable.

Our priority is to protect the American people.

My highest priority is the security of our Nation.

We can balance the budget in 5 years without raising taxes.

Congress needs to make sure that when they spend the people's money, there's transparency and an up-or-down vote for each item.

I am optimistic about the future of our country.