George W. Bush

I think the evidence is going to become more and more clear that the economy is—it's not as hopeful as we'd like.

It's important for me to explain my position.

In this great land called America, no child will be left behind.

We must confront the scandal of illiteracy in America.

Our goal is to improve public education.

In America, no child will be left behind, not one single child.

Testing every child every year is the way to stop the cycle.

I think that there is consensus on a couple of things: One, accountability is the cornerstone for reform; and secondly, in order for there to be an accountability system that's got merit, there has to be a consequence.

I've always said that public schools, the common schools, issues related to public schools are not a Republican issue or Democrat issue; it's an American issue.

I can't tell you what a pleasure it is.

Making sure every child is educated is of national importance.

Parents ought to be given different options.

This administration is going to seek the good in everybody.

It is an honor of a lifetime, and it is our privilege to share this together.

I've told the leadership that they should be expecting a strong education reform package, a tax relief package, and a Medicare and Social Security reform package and a package to help pay the folks in the military more money.

As we go about our work, there is no excuse for arrogance and never a reason for disrespect toward others.

I want it said of us, at the end of our service, that promises made were promises kept.

I'm going to ask Congress to spend money on teacher training to make sure that our teachers have got the tools necessary to teach children to read.

We're going to make sure every child has the opportunity to learn to read.

It is my conviction that taxpayer funds should not be used to pay for abortions or advocate or actively promote abortion, either here or abroad.

This is an American issue, and the most fundamental of all American issues.

It’s time to move on.

I want to thank the family members who are here.

We are here to make progress. We are not here just to mark time.

Democrats are just as patriotic about their country as Republicans.