Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President and Mrs. Bush Extend Condolences Regarding Assassination of Benazir Bhutto, Condemn Violence - December 27, 2007- December 27, 2007 On Thursday, President Bush said, "Laura and I extend our deepest condolences to the family of Benazir Bhutto, to her friends, to her supporters. We send our condolences to the families of the others who were killed in today's violence. And we send our condolences to all the people of Pakistan on this tragic occasion."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071227.html Press Conference by the President - December 20, 2007- December 20, 2007 On Thursday, President Bush said "I think recent days have been a moment that the country can be proud of. In the past few days we have stopped a tax increase on the middle-class families, we improved our energy security, we delivered relief to struggling homeowners, and we funded our troops. I want to thank the members of both parties for their hard work in these areas. I'm pleased that we have been able to end this year on a high note by moving beyond our differences and achieving important...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071220-1.html President Bush Signs H.R. 3648, the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 - December 20, 2007- December 20, 2007 President Bush on Thursday said, "I'm pleased to sign a bill that will help homeowners who are struggling with rising mortgage payments. The Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 will protect families from higher taxes when they refinance their homes. It will help hardworking Americans take steps to avoid foreclosure during a period of uncertainty in the housing market. I want to thank members of Congress for getting this bill passed. I appreciate it very much. It's been a joy working...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071220-3.html President Bush Visits Walter Reed Army Medical Center - December 20, 2007- December 20, 2007 President Bush on Thursday said, "I've just come down from a tour of a couple of the wards up there here at Walter Reed. First, I'm inspired by the quality of health care. Americans may wonder whether or not our troops are getting the best possible health care, and they are. They're not only getting great care from good docs and nurses, they're getting a lot of compassion and a lot of love up in the wards. And so I want to thank you all. General, thank you very much for taking the lead."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071220-4.html President Bush Attends Swearing In of Secretary of Veterans Affairs - December 20, 2007- December 20, 2007 President Bush on Thursday said, "Our nation has no higher calling than to provide for those who have borne the cost of battle -- and we will honor our responsibilities. I am confident in the future of this department because I have seen firsthand the dedication and character of the men and women who work here. And I am confident that you will have a worthy and strong leader in our new Secretary."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071220.html President Bush Visits National Naval Medical Center - December 19, 2007- December 19, 2007 President Bush on Wednesday said, "You know, it's a great honor to come here. It's an honor to see the troops who have been wounded, and it's an honor to hug their families, and it's an honor to see the fabulous care that these folks receive. You know, our citizens wonder whether or not troops in harm's way will get superb medical care. And the answer is: Absolutely; they get fantastic medical care."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071219-8.html President Bush Signs H.R. 6, the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 - December 19, 2007- December 19, 2007 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Today we make a major step with the Energy Independence and Security Act. We make a major step toward reducing our dependence on oil, confronting global climate change, expanding the production of renewable fuels and giving future generations of our country a nation that is stronger, cleaner and more secure."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071219-6.html President Bush Signs H.R. 4118, the Prevent Taxation of Payments to Virginia Tech Victims and Families Act - December 19, 2007- December 19, 2007 President Bush on Wednesday said, "And so I want to say to the families who still suffer, we think about you. And to the students and faculty and alumni and leadership of Virginia Tech, thank you for helping those who suffer reconcile and recover from the grief they feel. So it's my honor to sign this important piece of legislation."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071219-9.html President Bush Visits Little Sisters of the Poor and Discusses Volunteerism - December 18, 2007- December 18, 2007 On Tuesday, President Bush said, "I want to thank you all for making cards for our troops in harm's way. As I worked the tables I was most thankful that people here said that they pray for our troops, the safety of our troops. And so do I. And so does Laura. And one way to let our troops know that people care deeply about their safety and their well-being is to send them a Christmas card, which you all are fixing to do here. So I thank you for that, as well."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071218.html President Bush Discusses Economy in Fredericksburg, Virginia - December 17, 2007- December 17, 2007 President Bush on Monday said, "I want to talk a little bit about our economy and some of the challenges we face, and then answer some questions. First of all, I put forth what some would consider a controversial proposal -- that's in Washington, D.C., at least those in Washington consider it controversial, and that is cutting taxes on people helps the economy. There's quite an appetite for your money in Washington. People can figure out all kinds of ways to spend the taxpayers' money. My...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/12/20071217-2.html |