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"I've been witness to the character of the people of America, who have shown calm in times of danger, compassion for one another, and toughness for the long haul. All of us have been partners in a great enterprise." –President George W. Bush

The Bush Record

Presidential Transition

The peaceful transfer of power from one Presidential Administration to the next is a hallmark of American democracy. With our Nation at war, our homeland targeted by terrorist adversaries, and our economy facing serious challenges, the Administration is committed to establishing and executing a transition plan that minimizes disruption, maintains continuity, and addresses the major changes in government since the 2000 transition, including the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004, as well as the creation of the Department of Homeland Security, the Director of National Intelligence, and the Homeland Security Council.

In Focus: Transition

Freedom Agenda

The United States is committed to the advance of freedom and democracy as the great alternatives to repression and radicalism. The most powerful weapon in the struggle against extremism is the universal appeal of freedom. Freedom is the best way to unleash the creativity and economic potential of a nation, the only ordering of a society that leads to justice, and the only way to achieve and permanently protect human rights.

In Focus: Freedom Agenda

Setting the Record Straight

· Setting the Record Straight: The Three Most Egregious Claims In The New York Times Article On The Housing Crisis

Setting the Record Straight

U.S. Economy

President Bush has outlined decisive government action to preserve and sustain America's financial system and economy. This is a pivotal moment for America's economy. Problems that originated in the credit markets – and first showed up in the area of subprime mortgages – have spread throughout our financial system. As a result, the government is acting now to protect our Nation's economic health from serious risk.

In Focus: Economy

Latest News

President George W. Bush responds to questions Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, during his final press conference in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House. White House photo by Chris Greenberg

Press Conference by the President: President Bush on Monday said, "And so here at the last press conference, I'm interested in answering some of your questions. But mostly I'm interested in saying thank you for the job."
In Focus: The Bush Record
President's Radio Address: In his weekly radio address, President Bush said, "This week, I gave my official farewell speech to the men and women of America's Armed Forces in a ceremony at Fort Myer, Virginia. For the past eight years, I have had no higher honor than serving as the Commander-in-Chief of these brave patriots. And when Laura and I depart for Texas later this month, we will take with us many inspiring memories of the valor that we have seen these brave Americans display time and again." En Español
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In Focus: Defense
President Bush and Former President George H. W. Bush Attend Commissioning Ceremony of the U.S.S. George H.W. Bush: President Bush on Saturday said, "This ship is a fitting tribute to a generation of men with whom my dad was privileged to serve. She's also a tribute to a new generation of American soldiers and sailors and Coast Guardsmen and women, airmen and Marines who have stepped forward to defend the United States America. Again our troops are facing down a brutal enemy. Again they are making America and the world safer. And again they will come home in victory." En Español
President Bush Discusses No Child Left Behind: President Bush on Thursday said, "...I've come to herald the success of a good piece of legislation. I have come to talk to our citizens about the results that this reform has yielded. And I call upon those who can determine the fate of No Child Left Behind in the future to stay strong in the face of criticism, to not weaken the law -- because in weakening the law, you weaken the chance for a child to succeed in America -- but to strengthen the law for the sake of every child."
In Focus: The Bush Record
Fact Sheet: No Child Left Behind Has Raised Expectations and Improved Results
In Focus: Education
President Bush and Former President George H. W. Bush Host Reception in Honor of the Points of Light Institute: President Bush on Wednesday said, "The strength of America is not our military, it's not our wallet; it... lies in the hearts and souls of our citizens, those who hear the universal call to love a neighbor just like they'd like to be loved themselves."

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September 15, 2008
Welcoming the President of the Republic of Ghana to the White House

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