George W. Bush

I call upon families, schools, child health professionals, faith-based and community organizations, and State and local governments to reach out to our Nation's young people.

Under this bipartisan agreement, the Treasury Secretary would be authorized to remove troubled assets in stages.

Fire Prevention Week is an opportunity to call attention to the importance of fire safety, especially in the home, and to honor our Nation's firefighters for their heroism.

We're authorizing the use of fees for noise mitigation projects.

Jim is a man of intellect, integrity, and commitment.

We're increasing compensation for attorneys representing indigent defendants.

This legislation supports the preservation of our cultural heritage.

Today the Senate confirmed General David D. McKiernan as commander of U.S. Forces, Afghanistan.

His work as my Deputy National Security Adviser, as United States Ambassador to Albania, and in three previous assignments to Turkey make him superbly qualified to represent the United States to our friend and NATO ally.

I am pleased that the Senate confirmed Jim Jeffrey to be the United States Ambassador to Turkey.

I congratulate General McKiernan on his confirmation and commend the Senate for its quick action on this important nomination.

And the general's job is to work with obviously not only our troops, but the thousands of troops from NATO countries there to provide the security so the progress continues.

The bill the Senate passed is essential to the financial security of every American.

I applaud the Senate for its strong bipartisan vote in favor of the financial rescue plan.

It's very important for us to pass this piece of legislation so as to stabilize the situation so that it doesn't get worse and that our fellow citizens lose wealth and work.

The American people expect, and our economy demands, that the House pass this good bill this week and send it to my desk.

I signed into law H.R. 2608, S. 171, S. 2339, and S. 3241.

Whatever the troops applauded, it was the best sound in the world.

I am proud to be your Commander in Chief.

We reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that our Nation's promise extends to all our citizens.

I congratulate the Senate on passing the United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act, H.R. 7081.

Our Nation is grateful for your dedication to our men and women in uniform.

Morale is the greatest single factor in a successful war.

They are our finest citizens, and we owe them a debt that can never be repaid.

I'm proud to be your Commander in Chief.