Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President's Remarks to the People of Hungary - June 22, 2006- June 22, 2006 President Bush on Thursday said, "I thank the Hungarian people for their gracious reception. Laura and I are honored to visit your great nation. Hungary sits at the heart of Europe. Hungary represents the triumph of liberty over tyranny, and America is proud to call Hungary a friend."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060622-6.html President Bush Participates in Press Availability at 2006 U.S.-EU Summit - June 21, 2006- June 21, 2006 President Bush on Wednesday said, "We did have a very engaged and fruitful conversation, as we should. We're close partners in peace and prosperity. I've always believed that when America and the EU work together, we can accomplish big deeds. ... And this meeting has been a great success, Mr. Chancellor, and I appreciate you running it. And again, I want to thank you for your hospitality."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060621-6.html President and Mrs. Bush Participate in Roundtable with Foreign Students - June 21, 2006- June 21, 2006 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I just want to assure you of one thing, that I believe that freedom is universal. I don't think freedom is just a right for American citizens, I don't think it's just a right for people who practice religion one way. I think it is the right of everybody, who lives everywhere. I believe that free societies end up yielding peace and hope. And that's the cornerstone of my foreign policy."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060621-7.html President Delivers Commencement Address at the United States Merchant Marine Academy - June 19, 2006- June 19, 2006 President Bush on Monday said, "America is a great maritime power, and our Merchant Marine has a vital role to play. ... My call to you is this: Trust your instincts, and use the skills you were taught here to give back to your nation. Do not be afraid of mistakes; learn from them. Show leadership and character in whatever you do. The world lies before you. I ask you to go forth with faith in America, and confidence in the eternal promise of liberty."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060619-1.html President Attends Initiative for Global Development's 2006 National Summit - June 15, 2006- June 15, 2006 President Bush on Thursday said, "I believe to whom much is given, much is required. ... I also believe that with prosperity comes an enormous responsibility. We have a moral duty to care for those who hurt here at home, and we have a moral duty to care for those as best as we can for those abroad. That's part of the foreign policy of our country."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060615.html President Bush Signs S.2803, the MINER Act of 2006 - June 15, 2006- June 15, 2006 President Bush on Thursday said, "We honor the memory of all lost miners today; that's what we're doing signing this bill. We make this promise to American miners and their families: We'll do everything possible to prevent mine accidents and make sure you're able to return safely to your loved ones."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060615-2.html President Bush Establishes Northwestern Hawaiian Islands National Monument - June 15, 2006- June 15, 2006 President Bush on Thursday said, "As a marine national monument, the waters of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands will receive our nation's highest form of marine environmental protection. We will protect a precious natural resource. We will show our respect for the cultural and historical importance of this area. And we will create an important place for research and learning about how we can be good stewards of our oceans and our environment."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060615-6.html President Signs the Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act of 2005 - June 15, 2006- June 15, 2006 President Bush on Thursday said, "Every day our nation's parents strive to raise their children in a culture that too often produces coarse, vulgar and obscene entertainment. In our free society, parents have the final responsibility over the television shows that their children watch, or the websites they visit, or the music they listen to."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060615-1.html President Meets with Iraq Study Group - June 14, 2006- June 14, 2006 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Iraq is a complex situation. It is vital that we succeed. And the fact that you all are willing to lend your expertise to help chart the way forward means a lot. ... We've got Republicans at the table, we've got Democrats at the table, we've got people who've served in the administration, administrations past, our court system, and the legislative branch, and you bring a lot of expertise and a lot of knowledge. And the fact that you're willing to lend your.http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060614-3.html President Bush Welcomes President Uribe of Colombia to the White House - June 14, 2006- June 14, 2006 President Bush on Wednesday said, "President Uribe is a personal friend. I'm able to talk very frankly with him about a variety of subjects. I told him that one of the things I admire is he's a strong believer in democracy, human rights, human dignity. He's got a tough job in dealing with narco-terrorist groups in his country, but he's committed to dealing firmly with narco-terrorism. He's committed to helping reconcile past differences. He's committed to helping people get back into...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/06/20060614-1.html |