We're in the process of dreaming big dreams for the American people but dreams that will be accomplished.
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 a responsibility to be good stewards of our air and our water and our land.
On behalf of all Americans, I congratulate the Iraqi people and their new leaders.
We're fighting the terrorists abroad so we do not have to face them here at home.
Hydrogen can be produced from domestic energy sources, which means it has the potential to dramatically cut our dependence on foreign oil.
A free Iraq in the heart of the Middle East will be a powerful blow to the terrorists and a beacon of liberty for people across that region.
America's economy is strong, and we need to keep it strong in an increasingly competitive world.
I believe the United States, in order to make sure our people have got a standard of living that improves, must be a leader in the world, must not fear competition.
The new Iraqi Government will assume growing responsibility for their nation's security.
We must also ensure that all immigrants assimilate into our society and learn our customs, our values, and our language.
America does not have to choose between being a welcoming society and being a lawful society.
The new Government has a responsibility to deploy the growing strength of the Iraqi security forces to defeat the terrorists and insurgents and establish control over the militias.
The Iraqis are showing the world that democracy is worth the wait, that liberty is worth the sacrifice, and that freedom is the future of every man, woman, and child on this Earth.
I proudly signed the No Child Left Behind Act, which changed the way people should view education.
I want to thank all the brave Americans, both in our military and the diplomatic corps, who have served the cause of freedom in Iraq over the past 3 years.
And this historic achievement by determined Iraqis will make America more secure.
Our message to the American people is, don't fear the future because we intend to shape the future.





