Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Bush Meets with Iraq President Talabani - May 31, 2007- May 31, 2007 President Bush on Thursday said, "Failure in Iraq would endanger the American citizens because failure in Iraq would embolden the enemies of a free Iraq. We must not let al Qaeda have a safe haven in Iraq. We must not retreat in the face of the unspeakable violence that they perpetuate on your citizens. We must help you prevail. And if all Iraqis showed the same courage you show, we will prevail. And there's a lot of courageous Iraqis there."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070531-18.html President Bush Discusses United States International Development Agenda - May 31, 2007- May 31, 2007 President Bush on Thursday said, "We are a compassionate nation. When Americans see suffering and know that our country can help stop it, they expect our government to respond. I believe in the timeless truth, and so do a lot of other Americans, to whom much is given, much is required. We're blessed to live in this country. We're blessed to live in the world's most prosperous nation. And I believe we have a special responsibility to help those who are not as blessed. It is the call to share our.http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070531-9.html President Bush Announces Five Year, 30 Billion HIV AIDS Plan - May 30, 2007- May 30, 2007 President Bush on Wednesday said, "The US and our citizens have tackled HIV AIDS aggressively. Many HIV positive Americans are able to lead productive lives. The story has been quite different elsewhere, especially in sub Saharan Africa. Today I ask Congress to demonstrate America's continuing commitment to fighting the scourge of HIV AIDS by reauthorizing this legislation now. I ask Congress to double our initial commitment and approve an additional 30 billion for HIV AIDS prevention, for...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070530-6.html President Bush Nominates Robert Zoellick As President Of The World Bank - May 30, 2007- May 30, 2007 President Bush on Wednesday said, "Bob Zoellick has had a long and distinguished career in diplomacy and development economics. It has prepared him well for this new assignment. He is a committed internationalist. He has earned the trust and support of leaders from every region of the world. He is deeply devoted to the mission of the World Bank. He wants to help struggling nations defeat poverty, to grow their economies, and offer their people the hope of a better life. Bob Zoellick is deeply...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070530-4.html President Bush Briefed on Georgia and Florida Wildfires - May 29, 2007- May 29, 2007 President Bush on Tuesday said, "It's a very difficult period for the people, particularly in southeast Georgia and north Florida. A lot of lives are being affected. I've come down to let the people know that we are concerned about their livelihood and I'm fully aware of the nature of these fires, that we strongly support the efforts being done here to fight these fires, and we wish the people all the best."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070529-5.html President Bush Discusses Comprehensive Immigration Reform in Glynco, Georgia - May 29, 2007- May 29, 2007 President Bush on Tuesday said, "This reform is complex. There's a lot of emotions around this issue. Convictions run deep. Those determined to find fault with this bill will always be able to look at a narrow slice of it and find something they don't like. If you want to kill the bill, if you don't want to do what's right for America, you can pick one little aspect out of it, you can use it to frighten people. Or you can show leadership and solve this problem once and for all, so the people...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070529-7.html President Bush Discusses Genocide in Darfur, Implements Sanctions - May 29, 2007- May 29, 2007 President Bush on Tuesday said, "The people of Darfur are crying out for help, and they deserve it. I urge the United Nations Security Council, the African Union, and all members of the international community to reject any efforts to obstruct implementation of the agreements that would bring peace to Darfur and Sudan. I call on President Bashir to stop his obstruction, and to allow the peacekeepers in, and to end the campaign of violence that continues to target innocent men, women and...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070529.html President Bush Commemorates Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery - May 28, 2007- May 28, 2007 President Bush on Monday said, "Today we honor the warriors who fought our nation's enemies, defended the cause of liberty, and gave their lives in the cause of freedom. We offer our love and our heartfelt compassion to the families who mourn them. We pray that our country may always prove worthy of the sacrifices they made."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070528.html President Bush Visits with Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Their Families - May 25, 2007- May 25, 2007 President Bush on Friday said, "I am honored to be here at this place of compassion and healing on Memorial Day Weekend. It's a weekend which gives us a chance to honor those who have served this country, whether it be in this war or in previous wars. I also thank the soldiers and their families who I met here, people who are remarkably brave and courageous. I'm constantly amazed at the strength of character of those who wear the uniform. To be the Commander in Chief of such men and women is...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070525-4.html Press Conference by the President - May 24, 2007- May 24, 2007 President Bush on Thursday said, "Immigration reform is a complex issue, it's a difficult piece of legislation. And those who are looking to find fault with this bill will always be able to find something. If you're serious about securing our borders and bringing millions of illegal immigrants in our country out of the shadows, this bipartisan bill is the best opportunity to move forward. I'm confident with hard work and goodwill, Congress can pass and I can sign a bill that fixes an...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070524.html |