George W. Bush

On principle, every family, every farmer, and small-business person should be free to pass on their life's work to those they love.

On principle, no one in America should have to pay more than a third of their paycheck to the Federal Government.

On principle, our Tax Code should reward hard work and overtime by men and women struggling to enter the middle class.

It is time for the United States Congress to give Americans some good economic news: tax relief for everyone who pays income taxes.

On principle, our Tax Code should honor family.

My tax relief plan is also a tax reform plan.

I intend to nominate three individuals to serve in my administration.

I assured him, and will continue to do so, that the United States stands ready to help in any way that the governments involved need.

St. Patrick's Day pays tribute to an incredible hero and to the rich cultural heritage of the Emerald Isle.

St. Patrick's Day is also a time to honor the contributions of Irish Americans to our Nation's history and way of life.

We accept this crystal of shamrocks, not just as a symbol of Ireland but as a symbol of a strong friendship between our nations.

Ireland's most precious gift to the world has been the Irish.

I am pleased to send warm greetings to those celebrating St. Patrick's Day.

We are thankful, first, for all that Ireland and the Prime Minister have done to further the cause of peace in Northern Ireland.

America is proud to call Ireland a friend, not just on Saint Patrick's Day but on every day.

The peace that holds today in Northern Ireland is no small measure a tribute to the Prime Minister and his courageous leadership.

The world is also thankful for the thousands of peacekeepers Ireland sends to other troubled corners of the globe.

The United States is proud of our strong ties of trade and investment and proud that they have contributed to the strong economy that you have led.

The United States will remain unwavering in our support of peace.

I had a good meeting, and I'll have one tomorrow, as well.

I think we ought to get rid of labor union and corporate soft money.

The actual choice is probably between progress and a return to violence.

I want to maintain the strength of parties, and not to weaken them.

I am committed to working with the Congress to ensure that fair and balanced campaign finance reform legislation is enacted.

The Good Friday agreement remains the best hope for lasting peace for the people of Northern Ireland.