George W. Bush

Gregory B. Jaczko, of the District of Columbia, to be a Member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the term of five years expiring June 30, 2008, vice Greta Joy Dicus, term expired.

Jeffrey Robert Brown, of Illinois, to be a Member of the Social Security Advisory Board for a term expiring September 30, 2008, vice Bradley D. Belt, resigned.

It's our honor to come today to pay our respects for those in Indonesia who suffered under this tremendous disaster.

We're showing the compassion of our Nation in the swift response.

I look forward to working with the Indonesian Government to help those who need food and medicine and water and shelter to get their lives back in order.

The devastation in the region defies comprehension.

After all, we ran together.

The American people are generous and compassionate people.

I think it's important, as we head into a new session, to confront problems.

I'm proud Laura is here too as we sign the condolence book.

But the greatest source of America's generosity is not our Government; it's the good heart of the American people.

May God bless the people of Indonesia.

We're also committed to helping the Indonesian Government and the people of Indonesia.

I mean, we were able to find common ground.

There's no doubt in my mind we can accomplish big things for our country.

Our Nation has committed military assets and made an initial commitment of $350 million for disaster relief.

We're here to ask our fellow citizens to join in a broad humanitarian relief effort.

This is a compassionate country, and we will help, and we will help in a way where the aid makes a difference.

Serving this great country is an unbelievable honor.

I ask every American to contribute as they are able to do so.

Seniors have nothing to fear when they hear talk about reforming the Social Security system.

Laura and I are saddened by the passing of Bob Matsui.

Bob Matsui was a dedicated public servant and a good and decent man who served with distinction and integrity in the U.S. House of Representatives for more than 25 years.

A third-generation Japanese American, Bob was interned along with his family during World War II.

Laura and I send our condolences to all whose hearts are filled with grief this New Year's Day.