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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 congratulates President Alvaro Uribe of Colombia after presenting him with the 2009 Presidential Medal of Freedom Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, during ceremonies in the East Room of the White House. White House photo by Chris Greenberg

President Bush Honors Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients: President Bush on Tuesday said, "Each of these gentlemen we honor today has his own style and personality, and each has amassed distinctions and achievements that belong to him alone. Yet all of them have shown a firm adherence to the principles of freedom and democratic values, and a willingness to face problems squarely instead of passing them on to others." En Español
Recipients of Medal of Freedom
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Dana Perino: Watch Wednesday's Press Briefing with White House Press Secretary Dana Perino
President Bush Meets with President Calderón of Mexico: President Bush on Tuesday said, "It has been a true pleasure to work with President Calderón. He's a man of conviction, he is a man of principle, and he is a man who's willing to take on tough challenges. I appreciate every meeting I've had with him." En Español
In Focus: Global Diplomacy
President Bush Holds Last Cabinet Meeting: President Bush on Tuesday said, "I want to thank an extraordinary group of American citizens who have served our country as members of my Cabinet. Everybody around this table here could have taken the easy road and stayed home and worried about their own comforts, but instead they answered the call to service. And the country is lucky to have folks like this step up and serve." En Español
In Focus: Bush Record
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." En Español
In Focus: The Bush Record

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

June, 2008