George W. Bush

Each year on Labor Day, we recognize the dedicated men and women of our Nation's workforce.

America can compete economically with any nation as long as the rules are fair.

America is the most innovative Nation in the world because our free enterprise system unleashes the talent and creativity of our people.

My Administration remains committed to fostering an environment where innovation succeeds and opportunity thrives.

American workers are vital to our Nation's economic prosperity.

The economy grows when Americans have more of their own money in their pockets to save, spend, or invest.

Our economy has now added jobs for 36 straight months.

Our economic expansion is lifting the lives of millions of our citizens.

We owe you more than just thanks; we owe you the support of the Federal Government.

Victory in Iraq will be a crushing defeat to our enemies who have staked so much on the battle there.

Our military forces make this Nation strong; they make this Nation safe; and they make this Nation proud.

May God bless our veterans.

Their image has changed. Now you feel they're there to protect you.

The enemy is doing in the global war on terror, so that the public can clearly understand what we're fighting, how we're fighting, why we're fighting, and most importantly, why we are winning.

As veterans, all of you stepped forward when America needed you most.

My budget for this year provides more than $80 billion for veterans.

If we leave, they will follow us.

Freedom is universal, that there is an Almighty, and the great gift of that Almighty to each man and woman in this world is the desire to be free.

I appreciate Bob Corker's understanding of the role of government in our economy.

America must be the world leader in new technology.

Democracy yields the peace.

In any democracy, he expects healthy debate and he expects criticism.

The spirit of hope, coupled with the hard work of the people of the region and the volunteers is self-evidence, and all that coupled together will make for a stronger region.

Government should not fear faith; government ought to welcome the good works of faith-based and community-based organizations to help make this country as strong as it possibly can be.

It is important for people to hear from their Commander-in-Chief, especially in a time of war, to understand the choices, developments, and consequences of victory and defeat.