Jan 17, 2005
I want you to know how grateful I am for your service and sacrifice and how proud I am to be your Commander in Chief.
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.
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Jan 17, 2005
It is such a pleasure to be with the courageous men and women of the United States Armed Forces.
Jan 17, 2005
The road ahead will be difficult and dangerous, but we can proceed with courage and with confidence.
Jan 17, 2005
And my call to you all is that as you enjoy the great freedoms of America and as you enjoy yourself at this Inauguration, I hope you take away the lesson of helping somebody in need.
Jan 17, 2005
Today Laura and I went by and we were able to thank some of the men and women who wear our Nation's uniform for their service to our country, for their sacrifice for our freedoms.
Jan 17, 2005
We're grateful to you, and we are grateful to your families who love and support you.
Jan 17, 2005
Through your service and sacrifice in the war on terror, you are making America safer.
Jan 16, 2005
Alma Powell is one of the finest people Laura and I are privileged to know.
Jan 16, 2005
He had studied the founding documents and found no exceptions to the promise of freedom.
Jan 16, 2005
He has become a great friend, and I appreciate all he has done for our wonderful country.
Jan 16, 2005
We need our children to know how great the struggle for racial justice in our society has been.
Jan 13, 2005
We must continue to do everything we can to support efforts to build democratic futures for the people of the region.
Jan 13, 2005
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was a visionary American and a dedicated leader who believed deeply in liberty and dignity for every person.
Jan 13, 2005
I encourage all Americans to observe this day with appropriate activities and programs that honor the memory and legacy of Dr. King.
Jan 13, 2005
The elections coming up in Iraq are a significant achievement for the Iraqi people.
Jan 13, 2005
Our journey toward justice and equality has not always been an easy one, and it is not over.
Jan 13, 2005
However long the journey, our destination is set: liberty and justice for all.
Jan 13, 2005
Pell Grants are key to making sure more low-income Americans are able to pursue and realize their dreams.
Jan 13, 2005
Dr. King's dream inspired our Nation with what he called 'a certain kind of fire that no water could put out.'
Jan 13, 2005
This is a time not only to celebrate freedom, but to pay tribute to our men and women in uniform.
Jan 13, 2005
We're fighting them abroad so that we don't have to fight them here at home.
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