In addition, unemployment benefits should be temporary in nature to encourage a return to work as quickly as possible.
George W. Bush
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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.
I recommend that the Senate give early and favorable consideration to the Agreement and give its advice and consent to accession.
I fully believe that when people look back at this period of history, they will say, thank goodness the United States and Great Britain stood strong.
All Americans have a responsibility and obligation to be good stewards of our environment.
The United States of America and the Republic of India enjoy a strategic and economic partnership unequalled in our history.
I propose to suspend Bolivia's designation as a beneficiary country under the Andean Trade Preference Act, as amended.
I appreciate your determination and your desire to have a Palestinian state, and I share that desire with you.
There is a firm determination on your part and on my part to give the Palestinians a place where there can be dignity and hope.
Our mission is your mission: a country that is strong and capable and a country where people can live in peace.
I have watched very carefully your initial statements upon being sworn in as President, and it—your statement impressed me.
It is my honor to welcome the President of Lebanon here to the Oval Office.
It shall be the policy of the United States to provide for the appropriately expedited recruitment and selection of spouses of members of the Armed Forces for appointment to positions in the competitive service of the Federal civil service…
I proposed that the Federal Government reduce the risk posed by these troubled assets and supply urgently needed money so banks and other financial institutions can avoid collapse and resume lending.
On this day, we honor our country's Gold Star Mothers and remember their sons' and daughters' noble service and great sacrifice.
Trade between participating countries with the United States is up 23 percent.
You've been a very strong and courageous leader, and you have been a friend.
The Colombia free trade agreement will be good for Colombia, it will be good for America.
Nothing is more central to a functioning democracy than free and fair elections.





