Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Bush Discusses Iraq - July 31, 2008- July 31, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "We remain a nation at war. Al Qaeda is on the run in Iraq -- but the terrorists remain dangerous, and they are determined to strike our country and our allies again. In this time of war, America is grateful to all the men and women who have stepped forward to defend us. They understand that we have no greater responsibility than to stop the terrorists before they launch another attack on our homeland. And every day they make great sacrifices to keep the...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080731.html President Bush Attends 2008 Annual Meeting of the West Virginia Coal Association - July 31, 2008- July 31, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "I want to talk about the energy today. ...And I'm going to talk about the fact that this country needs a common-sense, realistic energy policy, that there's not a single solution, and that we got to work to have a comprehensive plan that takes advantage of our assets and is realistic and provides a hopeful future for our citizens."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080731-5.html President Bush Meets with Cabinet Members - July 30, 2008- July 30, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "The time for action is now. This is a difficult period for millions of American families. Every extra dollar they have to spend because of high gas prices is one less dollar they can use to put food on the table, or to pay the rent, or meet their mortgages. The American people are rightly frustrated by the failure of Democratic leaders in Congress to enact common-sense solutions -- like the development of the oil resources on the Outer Continental Shelf. There.http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080730-1.html President Bush Signs H.R. 5501, the Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIVAIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria Reauthoriza- July 30, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "With this legislation, America is showing its tremendous regard for the dignity and worth of every human being. This afternoon, I want to speak directly to those around the world who have, or think they may have, HIV: A positive diagnosis does not have to be a reason for shame. So don't let shame keep you from getting tested or treated. Your life is treasured by the people who love you. It is precious in the eyes of God. It matters to the people of the United..http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080730-12.html President Bush Discusses Energy and Economy - July 29, 2008- July 29, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "I really want to talk to you about energy. I understand what it means to our families and our small businesses and people right here in this room to be paying high energy prices, high gasoline prices, like a tax. I've worked hard to keep your taxes low. Our energy policy hasn't done a very good job of keeping your gasoline prices low, and therefore it's like paying a tax. My whole philosophy of government, by the way, is, yes, we've obviously got some needs in...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080729-8.html President Bush Signs H.J.Res. 93, the Renewal of Import Restrictions on Burma, and H.R.3890, the Tom Lantos Block Burmese JADE (Junta's Anti-Democrati- July 29, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "I'm going to sign a piece of legislation and a joint resolution that will continue some sanctions, propose new sanctions, and extend the import restrictions. On the Burmese regime, our message is: The United States believes in democracy and freedom."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080729.html President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Gillani of Pakistan - July 28, 2008- July 28, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "It's been... a very constructive morning. We've had a good meeting in the Oval Office. And then I'm going to have lunch with the Prime Minister here in the main White House. And that's fitting. After all, Pakistan is a strong ally and a vibrant democracy. The United States supports the democracy and supports the sovereignty of Pakistan."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080728-1.html President Bush Discusses Freedom Agenda - July 24, 2008- July 24, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "I believe America is the hope for the world because we are a nation that stands strongly for freedom. We believe every man, woman, and child is given the gift of liberty by our Creator. That's a fundamental belief of the United States. This cherished belief has guided our leaders from America's earliest days."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080724-6.html President Bush Honors Colombian Independence Day - July 22, 2008- July 22, 2008 President Bush on Tuesday said, "It's been nearly two centuries since the United States of America and the nation of Colombia forged a friendship in the earliest days of our independence. In the years since, both of our nations have learned that the cost of maintaining a free society is remaining vigilant against the enemies of freedom. We believe that freedom is the birthright of all. We believe that it is the responsibility of free nations to support one another against those who would...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080722-1.html President Bush Welcomes Members of the 2008 United States Summer Olympic Team to the White House - July 21, 2008- July 21, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "America's Olympians have two very important things in common: God-given talent, and an appreciation for the hard work required to achieve true excellence. The amazing athletic displays we see on our TV every four years result from the hard work that our athletes put in during the four years. For us, it's a moment; for them it's a moment -- a life of dedication."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/07/20080721.html |