George W. Bush
The Public Record
George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the United States, serving from January 20, 2001, to January 20, 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the Governor of Texas from January 17, 1995, until December 21, 2000. His presidency was marked by significant events, including the September 11 attacks in 2001 and the subsequent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Bush's domestic policies included tax cuts, education reform, and Medicare prescription drug benefits.
We have isolated India for 30 years, in the hopes that India would give up its nuclear weapons.
India is an important ally in the war against extremists and radicals.
The United States honors Paul Johnson for his landmark contributions to sharing the lessons of the past so that they may inform the present and shape the future.
The United States honors Ruth Johnson Colvin for her extraordinary efforts to provide hope and opportunity to people everywhere.
The United States honors Norman C. Francis for his leadership, compassion, and commitment to education.
On his watch, the United States military helped the Iraqi people establish a constitutional democracy in the heart of the Middle East.
He understood that the peace of the post-cold-war years was really the calm before the next storm.
The United States honors Natan Sharansky for his contributions to and sacrifices for the cause of democracy and freedom.
When the Pentagon was hit, Secretary Rumsfeld's first instinct was to run toward danger.
The United States honors B.B. King for his lifetime of achievement as one of America's greatest musicians.
The United States honors Joshua Lederberg for his achievements in scientific discovery and his commitment to improving the lives of others.
Mr. Secretary, today your country thanks you for 6 outstanding years at the Department of Defense.
Because of his leadership, America now has an initial capability to track a ballistic missile headed for our country and destroy it before it harms our people.
The United States honors Norman Y. Mineta for a life of selfless and distinguished service to our Nation.
The United States honors William Safire for his uncompromising commitment to his craft and to strengthening our democracy.
He launched the most significant transformation of the Army in a generation.
My administration is committed to helping the democracies on the continent of Africa deal with very significant problems.
I hereby determine that it is important to the national interest that up to $5.215 million be made available from the U.S. Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund for the purpose of meeting unexpected urgent refugee and migration…





