Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Bush Nominates Ed Schafer for Secretary of Agriculture - October 31, 2007- October 31, 2007 On Wednesday, President Bush said, "Ed Schafer is the right choice to fill this post. He was a leader on agricultural issues during his eight years as the governor of North Dakota. He worked to open new markets for North Dakota farmers and ranchers by expanding trade with China. He oversaw the development of the state's agricultural biofuels industry. He helped families recover from natural disasters -- including drought, fires and floods. And he pioneered innovative programs to increase...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071031-9.html President Bush Discusses Health Care, Economic Growth and Free Trade at 2007 Grocery Manufacturers Association Food Products Association Fall Conferen- October 31, 2007 On Wednesday, President Bush said, "I want to talk today about health care. There's an interesting debate raging here in Washington, and it's an appropriate -- Halloween is an appropriate day to talk about it, because there's a bill moving through the Congress that's disguised as a bill to help children, but I think it's really a trick on the American people. I'm going to spend some time explaining why I have made some decisions I have made regarding this piece of legislation."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071031-7.html President Bush Urges Congress to Pass Appropriations Bills - October 30, 2007- October 30, 2007 On Tuesday, President Bush said, "Congress is not getting its work done. We're near the end of the year, and there really isn't much to show for it. The House of Representatives has wasted valuable time on a constant stream of investigations, and the Senate has wasted valuable time on an endless series of failed votes to pull our troops out of Iraq. And yet there's important work to be done on behalf of the American people."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071030.html President Bush Meets with President Museveni of Uganda - October 30, 2007- October 30, 2007 On Tuesday, President Bush said, "I am very proud that the United States taxpayer has supported this President in his efforts to deal with HIVAIDS. And Uganda is the epitome of how one can implement a comprehensive ABC strategy to achieve concrete and specific results for the sake of humanity. And so, Mr. President, I assure you we'll continue to support you on HIVAIDS and, equally important, we'll support you on fighting malaria. And I thank you for your determined efforts."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071030-1.html President Bush Nominates Dr. James Peake as Secretary of Veterans Affairs - October 30, 2007- October 30, 2007 On Tuesday, President Bush said, "Caring for our military veterans is a solemn responsibility of the federal government. It is our enduring pledge to every man and woman who puts on our nation's uniform. And it is the daily work of the Department of Veterans Affairs. I am pleased to announce my nomination of an Army doctor and combat veteran who will be a strong new leader for this department: Lieutenant General James Peake."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071030-4.html President Bush Discusses Appropriations - October 26, 2007- October 26, 2007 On Friday, President Bush said, "In January, one congressional leader declared, and I quote: "No longer can we waste time here in the Capitol, while families in America struggle to get ahead." He was right. Only a few weeks left on the legislative calendar -- Congress needs to keep their promise, to stop wasting time, and get essential work done on behalf of the American people."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071026-2.html President Bush Meets with Democratic Republic of the Congo President Kabila - October 26, 2007- October 26, 2007 President Bush on Friday said, "We talked about the need to work together to help consolidate the gains. We talked about the need to -- for the United States to partner with the country to help on economic development. One of the things the President recognizes is the need for there to be investment in his country, so people can find work, and the stability that comes with economic development. And I appreciate your recognition of the opportunity to work together."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071026-1.html President Bush Tours Fire Damaged Southern California - October 25, 2007- October 25, 2007 President Bush on Thursday said, "To the extent that people need help from the federal government, we will help. I am here, really, to make sure that the federal effort works hand-in-glove with what the Governor has been doing."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071025-10.html President Bush Departs for Southern California - October 25, 2007- October 25, 2007 On Thursday, President Bush said, "I'm on my way out to California. I'm looking forward to seeing Governor Schwarzenegger, to thank him for all the good work that the state and local authorities are doing to help the good people of Southern California battle these wildfires. I will assure the people of California that the federal government will be deploying resources, assets, and manpower necessary to help fight these fires. As well, I will assure them that there's a -- because of the...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071025.html President Bush Discusses California Wildfires - October 25, 2007- October 25, 2007 On Thursday, President Bush said, "First thing I want to let the people know out here in Southern California is that many across our nation have been moved by the plight of the citizens who have lost their homes, lost their possessions, and particularly those who have lost their life. It's very important for those who are wondering about their future to know there's a lot of good citizens all across America who are praying for your future, and who really want to stand with you."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071025-7.html |