Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Bush Visits Barclay Training Center in Liberia - February 21, 2008- February 21, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "I'm pleased to visit your land. I thank you for the invitation. I thank the Liberian people for courage and steadfastness and enduring faith in the power of freedom. With your continued determination, there is no doubt in my mind that Liberia will become a beacon of liberty for Africa and the world, and you will forever uphold the 'Lone Star.' "http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080221-2.html President Bush and President Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia Exchange Toasts - February 21, 2008- February 21, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "It is easy to destroy a country; it is hard to rebuild a country. And I, Madam President, I want you to know that the United States of America supports you as you rebuild your country. We share a special history with Liberia. It's a history that is deep, and I want the people of your beautiful country to know that our help is just beginning."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080221-1.html President Bush and President Johnson Sirleaf Participate in Roundtable on Education - February 21, 2008- February 21, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "And so our desire in the United States is to answer the universal call to love a neighbor and to help those -- I believe to whom much is given, much is required. A lot has been given the United States of America, and I firmly believe it's in our national interest to help others not only realize the blessings of liberty, but to fight disease when they find it and to deal with illiteracy where we encounter it."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080221-4.html President Bush Presented with Key to the City by President Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia - February 21, 2008- February 21, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "I want the people of Liberia to know, Madam President, the United States stands with you. We want to help you recover from a terrible period. We want you to build lives of hope and peace. And under your leadership, that's exactly what's happening. It's my honor to have presented you with the National Medal of Freedom; it's the highest civilian award a President can give, and I did so because of your courage and your leadership. And we are so excited to be with..http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080221.html President Bush Participates in United States Embassy Greeting, Discusses Malaria - February 20, 2008- February 20, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "In addition to some great singing, last year's American Idol featured a fundraising campaign called, "Idol Gives Back." The campaign brought in more than $75 million for charities working in the United States and Africa. Seventeen million dollars went to organizations that protect American families -- African families from malaria. And one of these charities, Malaria No More, has used the donations to provide bed nets for more than 2 million mothers and...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080220-3.html President Bush Participates in Press Availability with President Kufuor of Ghana - February 20, 2008- February 20, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I also want to thank you for your leadership, Mr. President. As I said upstairs ...I hope a lot of people in Ghana understand this, what I'm about to say, but you're really one of the respected leaders around the world, because of your firm commitment to peace. I thank you for your leadership here on the continent of Africa. My administration's strategy is to support African leaders to deal with Africa's problems."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080220-2.html President Bush Meets with President Kufuor of Ghana - February 20, 2008- February 20, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "First of all, it's an honor to be in your country, and it's an honor to be with you. I don't know if the people of your country truly understand your standing in the international community, but you are one of the most respected international leaders. You have represented your country well, you have represented the continent of Africa well, and you represent certain basic values extremely well. So it's an honor to be with you today."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080220-5.html President Bush and President Kufuor Exchange Toasts - February 20, 2008- February 20, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "This long tradition of friendship and cooperation continues today. Today Ghana and the United States are working to strengthen democracy and good government. Together we're harnessing the power of global trade to alleviate poverty. And, Mr. President, rest assured I will work to complete the Doha Round. Together we're working to preserve peace, combat disease and help ensure that all of Ghana's citizens can give their children what we all want for our...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080220-9.html President Bush Attends Tee Ball Game in Ghana - February 20, 2008- February 20, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "I'm very excited about watching this game. I do want to thank your coaches. Thanks for coaching. Thanks for teaching people the importance of teamwork. I like baseball a lot, so thanks for teaching them how to play baseball, too."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080220-6.html President Bush Meets with Peace Corps Volunteers - February 20, 2008- February 20, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "One of the things I tell our country all the time is our great strength lies in the hearts and souls of our citizens. And I don't think there's any more giving people than in the Peace Corps. So Reverend, thank you very much for joining us and bringing some of the -- our fellow citizens who are making a huge difference in people's lives."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080220-4.html |