George W. Bush

America's economy is on solid footing.

The ultimate success in Iraq is for the Iraqis to secure their country.

Our country is also safer because of the historic changes that have come around the world in places like Afghanistan.

We have a vital interest in the success of a free Iraq.

I transmit herewith the 'U.S. Ocean Action Plan,' a report and statement of proposals prepared by the Council on Environmental Quality in response to the Commission on Ocean Policy's final recommendations.

It shall be the policy of the United States to coordinate the activities of executive departments and agencies regarding ocean-related matters.

The Act strengthens the intelligence and counterterrorism capabilities of the United States.

I have signed into law S. 2845, the 'Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004'.

The executive branch shall construe provisions of the Act that purport to require consultation with the Congress as calling for, but not mandating, such consultation.

Nobody is going to take away your check.

Citizens can actually affect policy in Washington.

People who own something have a stake in the future of their country.

Now is the time to confront Social Security.

Now is the time to solve problems and not pass them on.

I strongly believe that the role of Government is to create an environment that encourages capital flows and job creation through wise fiscal policy.

Now is the time to deal with it.

In all we do, we've got to make sure the economy grows.

I intend to make this a priority issue as I stand before Congress.

This is a priority issue for not only me but for a lot of people in the Senate.

I told him we're going to take this issue on seriously with the Congress.

Excessive regulations can prevent the creation and growth of new small businesses and the jobs they create.

We need to ensure that every student graduates from high school with the skills and knowledge to succeed in college and the workplace.

Lawsuit abuse is not a talking point anymore.

I look forward to working with him over the next 4 years to make the world a better place for all.

Our Nation is on track for sustained economic growth because of the resilience and determination of the American people and the pro-growth policies of this Administration.