Presidential Speeches & RemarksPresident George W. Bush's featured speeches and remarks.President Bush Discusses Situation in Georgia - August 11, 2008- August 11, 2008 President Bush on Monday said, "Russia's actions this week have raised serious questions about its intentions in Georgia and the region. These actions have substantially damaged Russia's standing in the world. And these actions jeopardize Russians' relations -- Russia's relations with the United States and Europe. It is time for Russia to be true to its word and to act to end this crisis."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080811-1.html President and Mrs. Bush Attend Church Services in Beijing - August 10, 2008- August 10, 2008 President Bush on Sunday said, "...Laura and I just had the great joy and privilege of worshiping here in Beijing, China. You know, it just goes to show that God is universal, and God is love, and no state, man or woman should fear the influence of loving religion."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080810.html President Bush Meets with Premier Wen Jiabao of the People's Republic of China - August 10, 2008- August 10, 2008 President Bush on Sunday said, "Thank you for your hospitality. It's been a wonderful experience being here."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080810-6.html President Bush Concerned by Escalation of Violence in Georgia - August 9, 2008- August 9, 2008 President Bush on Saturday said, "I'm deeply concerned about the situation in Georgia. The United States takes this matter very seriously. The attacks are occurring in regions of Georgia far from the zone of conflict in South Ossetia. They mark a dangerous escalation in the crisis. The violence is endangering regional peace. Civilian lives have been lost, and others are endangered."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080809-2.html President Bush Attends Dedication of United States Embassy Beijing - August 8, 2008- August 8, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "The relationship between our nations is constructive and cooperative and candid. We'll continue to be candid about our mutual global responsibilities. We must work together to protect the environment and help people in the developing world; continue to be candid about our belief that all people should have the freedom to say what they think and worship as they choose. We strongly believe societies which allow the free expression of ideas tend to be the most...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080808-1.html President Bush Greets 2008 United States Summer Olympic Team in Beijing - August 8, 2008- August 8, 2008 President Bush on Friday said, "We appreciate all the hard work you've put in to get to this spot. It's got to be really exciting -- thinking about marching in that stadium and representing our country. So I guess all I've got to say is, go for it, give it all you've got, and may God bless you."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080808-3.html President Bush Visits with Burma Activists - August 7, 2008- August 7, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "I want you to know, and I want the people of your country to know, the American people care deeply about the people of Burma, and we pray for the day in which the people will be free. And part of my reason for asking you for lunch is not only to hear your own stories -- hear your stories, but for you to give me advice about what you think America ought to be doing."http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080807-7.html President Bush Visits Bangkok, Thailand - August 7, 2008- August 7, 2008 President Bush on Thursday said, "The values of freedom and openness that gave birth to our alliance have sustained it through the centuries. American troops and Royal Thai Armed Forces have stood united from Korea and Vietnam to Afghanistan and Iraq. Our free market economies have surged forward on a rising tide of trade and investment. Tourism has boomed, as more people have discovered this beautiful and ancient land. And some 200,000 Thai Americans now enrich my nation with their enterprise,.http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080807-8.html President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Lee Myung-Bak of the Republic of Korea - August 6, 2008- August 6, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "It's important for the people of your great country to know how much Americans value our friendship and our relationship, and that we have a very important alliance, and that it is being transformed to make sure that it's modern and effective. It's -- alliances aren't stagnant; they've got to constantly reassess. And that's what we're doing in a way that will not only help defend the freedom here on the Peninsula, Korean Peninsula, but also will help us meet...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080806-3.html President Bush Meets with Prime Minister Samak of Thailand - August 6, 2008- August 6, 2008 President Bush on Wednesday said, "The United States and Thailand are working to expand freedom with good governance. I want to thank you very much and congratulate the people of Thailand for restoring its democracy. Through the Asia Pacific Democracy Partnership, our nations are working together to strengthen democratic values and institutions throughout the region. As the Chair of ASEAN, we support your efforts to reduce trade barriers, and to expand economic opportunity, and help Southeast...http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/08/20080806-7.html |