Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Discusses the American Competitiveness Initiative - May 19, 2006- May 19, 2006 President Bush on Friday said, "When our nation leads and remains the most productive place in the world, it means a higher standard of living for our people. It means better wages, better quality of life. It means you're more likely to realize your dream. If we wall ourselves off and stagnate as an economy, it's going to be harder for the American Dream to continue to renew itself."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060519-4.html President Bush Discusses Border Security and Immigration Reform in Arizona - May 18, 2006- May 18, 2006 President Bush on Thursday said, "Our country is a country of laws, and we've got to enforce our laws. But we're also a nation of immigrants. And we've got to remember that proud tradition, as well, which has strengthened our country in many ways. These are not contradictory goals to remember our heritage and uphold our laws. America can be a lawful society and a welcoming society at the same time."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060518-18.html President Bush Welcomes WNBA Champion Sacramento Monarchs to the White House - May 16, 2006- May 16, 2006 President Bush on Tuesday said, "It's one thing to be called "champs" on the court -- it's another thing to be called "champs" in life. One of the things you've done is you've set a great example for young women athletes. ... So it's great to be able to play basketball as well as you play, but it's also really important to know that you're setting a good example for people."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060516-3.html President Bush and Prime Minister John Howard of Australia Participate in Joint Press Availability - May 16, 2006- May 16, 2006 President Bush on Tuesday said, "The Prime Minister is capable of not only seeing the problems for today; he's capable of looking down the road. And I appreciate his advice and his judgment on national security matters, as well as in talking about issues like energy and trade. We've got a good relationship with Australia and we intend to keep it that way."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060516-1.html President Bush Welcomes Prime Minister Howard of Australia in Arrival Ceremony at the White House - May 16, 2006- May 16, 2006 President Bush on Tuesday said, "Australia and the United States share timeless values. On opposite sides of the Pacific, our peoples created lands of opportunity and offered millions the hope of new beginnings. As frontier peoples, we cherish the spirit of discovery. We believe that men and women who dream big and work hard can create a better world."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060516.html President Bush Attends Annual Peace Officers' Memorial Service - May 15, 2006- May 15, 2006 President Bush on Monday said, "Every year on this day our nation flies flags at half staff in grateful memory of the officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. I emphasize the word "grateful," because we're a grateful nation for those who are willing to serve and to protect us all."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060515-1.html President Bush Addresses the Nation on Immigration Reform - May 15, 2006- May 15, 2006 In a Live Address to the Nation, President Bush said, "We're a nation of laws, and we must enforce our laws. We're also a nation of immigrants, and we must uphold that tradition, which has strengthened our country in so many ways. These are not contradictory goals. America can be a lawful society and a welcoming society at the same time. We will fix the problems created by illegal immigration, and we will deliver a system that is secure, orderly, and fair."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060515-8.html President Bush Presents White House Trees to Prime Minister Howard at Australian Embassy - May 14, 2006- May 14, 2006 President Bush on Sunday said, "It's wonderful to be here with our dear friends, the Howards. I think it is interesting that we're planting two trees, and this is a symbol of our enduring friendship. I can't thank you enough, John, for your strong support of the liberty agenda, deep desire for the world to be a peaceful place."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060514.html President Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Presents President's Volunteer Service Awards - May 12, 2006- May 12, 2006 President Bush on Friday said, "I am proud of the achievements, the many achievements of our citizens of Asian and Pacific Island heritage. You really have enriched America by your contributions. ... And the five we honor today have done so in a unique way. And so I join all Americans in congratulating you and wishing you continued success of your work. I want to thank you for what you've done."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060512-3.html President Bush Delivers Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Commencement Address - May 11, 2006- May 11, 2006 President Bush on Thursday said, "I am proud to stand before some of the most determined students at college or university in America. Over these past nine months you have shown a resilience more powerful than any storm. ... By your determination to reach this day, you have sent a message to our nation and the world: Mississippi is coming back, and it's going to be better than ever before."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/05/20060511-5.html |