Laura and I were saddened to learn of the death of Madame Chiang Kai-shek.
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.
Islam is a peaceful religion, and people who practice the Islamic faith have made great contributions to our Nation and the world.
I send greetings to Muslims in the United States and around the world observing the holy month of Ramadan.
Madame Chiang was a close friend of the United States throughout her life.
The world has a clear interest in a democratic Iraq because free nations do not breed the ideologies of terror.
A free Iraq will serve as an example and an inspiration to advocates of reform and progress throughout the Middle East.
Pornography can have debilitating effects on communities, marriages, families, and children.
On behalf of the American people, I extend condolences to Madame Chiang's family members and many admirers around the world.
I call upon public officials, law enforcement officers, parents, and all the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate programs and activities.
Generations of Americans will always remember and respect her intelligence and strength of character.
I came to this office to solve problems, not to pass them on to future Presidents and to future generations.
Terrorists declared war on the United States of America, and war is what they got.
Together, my country, with Australia, is promoting greater economic opportunity.
Today, Saddam Hussein's regime is gone, and no one should mourn its passing.
America and Australia are helping the people of both those nations to defend themselves, to build the institutions of law and democracy.
In my judgment, Australia has made a significant contribution to peace and freedom.
We will not tire. We will not stop until this danger to civilization is removed.
Neil Vincent Wake, of Arizona, to be United States District Judge for the District of Arizona.
Carol Kinsley, of Massachusetts, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service.
We have a duty to keep our commitment to America's seniors by strengthening and modernizing Medicare.
I think one of the—somebody in the Australian media... asked me about torture or some—it's alleged allegations of torture. It's ridiculous, utterly ridiculous.
Our nations must also confront the immediate threat of proliferation.
We made progress on a broad agenda, an agenda that will help make America more secure and more prosperous.





