George W. Bush

Our country will remain the most vibrant, hopeful, and dynamic around the globe.

Governor Palin is a proven reformer who is a wise steward of taxpayer dollars and champion for accountability in government.

The American people are the most industrious, enterprising, and productive in the world.

I applaud Senator McCain for selecting Governor Palin.

And, Mr. President, I can't thank you enough, on behalf of the American people, for your compassion and your leadership.

Their determined efforts add to the strength and vitality of our country and build a brighter future for America.

By selecting a working mother with a track record of getting things done, Senator McCain has once again demonstrated his commitment to reforming Washington.

In America, all citizens have an opportunity to forge their own paths forward, and their success is limited only by the size of their dreams.

I send greetings to all Americans celebrating Labor Day 2008.

It's time for them to own their failure. It's time for us to change America.

We measure progress by how many people can find a job that pays the mortgage; whether you can put a little extra money away at the end of each month.

It is such an honor to welcome a man I've come to admire a lot to the Oval Office, President Kikwete of Tanzania.

Our government should work for us, not against us. It should help us, not hurt us.

These talented and innovative workers provide for their families and play a vital role in building a more prosperous future for our country.

It is that promise that has always set this country apart—that through hard work and sacrifice, each of us can pursue our individual dreams but still come together as one American family.

That's the promise of America—the idea that we are responsible for ourselves, but that we also rise or fall as one nation.

We are more compassionate than a government that lets veterans sleep on our streets and families slide into poverty.

Laurel and I will never forget our trip to your country.

Thank you for the invitation.

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you here to the Oval Office.

Many innocent lives of children—women and children are being saved.

There the issue was really to express their appreciation to you and to the people of the United States for the generous support that you have been extending to our country.

The terrorist threat that led to the declaration on September 14, 2001, of a national emergency continues.

I have determined that it is necessary to continue in effect after September 14, 2008, the national emergency with respect to the terrorist threat.

Russia's actions in recent weeks have clearly cast grave doubts on its intentions, its purposes, and its reliability as an international partner.