Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Bush Marks Veterans Day at National Fallen Soldiers Memorial Ceremony - November 11, 2007- November 11, 2007 On Sunday, President Bush said, "The young men we remember today did not live to be called veterans. They died in a distant land fighting terror, spreading freedom, and protecting their fellow citizens from danger. The valor and selfless devotion of these men fills their families with immeasurable pride."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071111-1.html President Bush Welcomes German Chancellor Merkel - November 9, 2007- November 9, 2007 On Friday, President Bush said, "Laura and I are thrilled to welcome the Chancellor and Professor Sauer here to our place. In Texas when you invite somebody to your home it's an expression of warmth and respect, and that's how I feel about Chancellor Merkel. And so, Madam Chancellor, welcome. We're looking forward to having constructive talks as well as a chance to relax and visit."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071109-10.html President Bush Visits Wounded Warriors at Center for the Intrepid - November 8, 2007- November 8, 2007 On Thursday, President Bush said, "This center was funded entirely by contributions of more than 600,000 Americans through what's called the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. This center is a tribute to the generosity of the American people. Make no mistake about it, the American people support the men and women who wear our nation's uniform. This center is a testament to our deep belief that someone wounded in the defense of America needs all the help he or she can get. The servicemen and women...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071108-8.html President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Sarkozy of France - November 7, 2007- November 7, 2007 President Bush on Wednesday said, "We just had an extensive conversation, one that you'd expect good friends to have. We talked about Iran and the desire to work jointly to convince the Iranian regime to give up their nuclear weapons ambitions, for the sake of peace. We talked about the Middle East and the upcoming talks at Annapolis, Maryland. We spent some time on Kosovo, and I appreciate the President's leadership on Kosovo."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071107-5.html President Bush Attends White House Forum on International Trade and Investment - November 6, 2007- November 6, 2007 President Bush on Tuesday said, "And I want to share with you some thoughts about an important debate that we're engaged in here. I believe the outcome of this debate will determine whether we embrace new opportunities for free and fair trade, or whether or not we'll become protectionists. My position is clear: We will work with Congress to open up new markets for American goods, and services, and farm products -- to make sure this economy continues to grow and our people have a high standard...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071106.html President Bush Discusses Import Safety - November 6, 2007- November 6, 2007 President Bush on Tuesday said, "The United States is one of the most open markets in the world, and our consumers are better off because they have a wide variety of products from across the world to choose from. And while we have strong food and product safety standards, we need to do more to ensure that American families have confidence in what they find on our store shelves. They have the right to expect the food they eat, or the medicines they take, or the toys they buy for their children...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071106-8.html President Bush and President Sarkozy of France Exchange Toasts - November 6, 2007- November 6, 2007 President Bush on Tuesday said, "France and the United States can meet great challenges when we work together, Mr. President. You and I share a commitment to deepen the cooperation of our two republics -- and through this cooperation, we can make the world a better place. I look forward to our discussions at Mount Vernon, where George Washington welcomed his friend, Lafayette. And in the spirit of their friendship, I offer a toast to you -- and to some of America's oldest friends, the free...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071106-14.html President Bush and Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan Discuss Global War on Terror - November 5, 2007- November 5, 2007 On Monday, President Bush said, "We had a long discussion about a common concern, and that concern is the PKK. PKK is a terrorist organization. They're an enemy of Turkey, they're an enemy of Iraq, and they're an enemy of the United States. We have talked about how we can work together to protect ourselves from the PKK."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071105-3.html President Bush Honors Medal of Freedom Recipients - November 5, 2007- November 5, 2007 On Monday, President Bush said, "The Medal of Freedom is the highest civil honor that a President can bestow. By an executive order of John F. Kennedy, the medal is designed to recognize great contributions to national security, the cause of peace and freedom, science, the arts, literature, and many other fields. The eight men and women came to this distinction by very different paths. Each of them, by effort and by character, has earned the respect of the American people, and holds a unique...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071105-1.html President Bush Speaks at Basic Combat Training Graduation Ceremony - November 2, 2007- November 2, 2007 On Friday, President Bush said, "You are part of a storied military tradition. Over the last century, Fort Jackson has prepared countless young Americans to defend our country. Soldiers marched from these fields to battle fascists and dictators and terrorists. Those soldiers brought freedom to millions of people they never knew. And because of their efforts, America is stronger, America is safer and America is free."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/11/20071102-7.html |