Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Bush Meets with Senator John McCain - March 5, 2008- March 5, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "John showed incredible courage and strength of character and perseverance in order to get to this moment. And that's exactly what we need in a President: somebody that can handle the tough decisions; somebody who won't flinch in the face of danger."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080305-4.html President Bush Discusses Colombia, Urges Congress to Pass Trade Agreement - March 4, 2008- March 4, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "The President told me that the people across the region are watching to see what the United States will do. So Republicans and Democrats in Congress need to come together and approve this agreement. By acting at this critical moment, we can show the Colombian people and millions across the region that they can count on America to keep its word, and that freedom is the surest path to prosperity and peace."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080304-3.html President Bush Meets with His Majesty King Abdullah of Jordan - March 4, 2008- March 4, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "Your Majesty, I value your friendship and I value your leadership. And I appreciate you coming back. America has got no stronger friend in the Middle East than Jordan. And we appreciate the -- we appreciate your firmness when it comes to dealing with terror and extremism. We appreciate the heart when it comes to people -- your heart when it comes to people who suffer."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080304-1.html President Bush Meets with National Association of Attorneys General - March 3, 2008- March 3, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "I also know that you're dealing with a wide variety of issues. I was the governor of Texas. I see the Attorney General of Texas here. It's been -- it was a great joy to work with Greg when I was the governor. We have a solemn responsibility together, and that's to protect the country. You do it in a variety of ways, and we've got a responsibility here. As a matter of fact, there's no greater responsibility at the federal government than to protect the American...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080303-1.html President Bush Meets with Lieutenant General Ray Odierno - March 3, 2008- March 3, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "General Ray Odierno served for 30 months in Iraq. He's nominated to Vice Chairman of the Army. And I asked him to come in for several reasons. One, I wanted to thank him. And in thanking the General, I'm really thanking everybody who has worn the uniform and served in this war against the extremists and terrorists. And in thanking the General, I'm also thanking Mrs. Odierno, and every wife or every husband whose spouse has been far away from home and is serving."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080303-2.html President Bush Attends Medal of Honor Ceremony for Woodrow Wilson Keeble - March 3, 2008- March 3, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor a President can bestow, and I'm honored recipients of the Medal of Honor have joined us. Thank you for coming. During my time in office, I've had the privilege of performing this duty on nine separate occasions. Every ceremony has been inspiring. Many have been joyful. Some have been poignant. But I'm not sure I can remember many ceremonies quite like this one."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/03/20080303-3.html President Bush Participates in Press Availability with Prime Minister Rasmussen of Denmark - March 1, 2008- March 1, 2008 President Bush on Saturday said, "I want to share with you some of the things we talked about. First of all, we talked about the war on terror and ideological struggle of the 21st century. I appreciate your clear vision of the threats we all face -- and the opportunities that, by working together, we can help young democracies survive, and help people realize the blessings of free societies."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080229-3.html |