Quotes from George W. Bush

I will never relent in defending America - whatever it takes.

There's no bigger task than protecting the homeland of our country.

Americans are rising to the tasks of history, and they expect the same of us.

And what's interesting, and I don't think a lot of Americans understand this fact, is that, one, most new jobs are created by small businesses; two, most small businesses pay tax at the individual income tax, or many small businesses pay tax there.

And the cornerstone of my economic policies, when I first got elected, was cutting taxes on everybody on who paid taxes.

The crew of the shuttle Columbia did not return safely to Earth; yet we can pray that all are safely home.

Goodbye from the world's biggest polluter.

Embryonic stem-cell research requires the destruction of life to create a stem cell. That's why I think we've got to be very careful in balancing the ethics and the science.

During my senior year I joined Skull and Bones, a secret society, so secret I can't say anything more.

America is the land of the second chance - and when the gates of the prison open, the path ahead should lead to a better life.

When you turn your heart and your life over to Christ, when you accept Christ as the savior, it changes your heart.

We know that dictators are quick to choose aggression, while free nations strive to resolve differences in peace.

The once all-powerful ruler of Iraq was found in a hole, and now sits in a prison cell.

America's making a long-term commitment to help the people of Lebanon because we believe every person deserves to live in a free, open society that respects the rights of all.

I firmly believe the death tax is good for people from all walks of life all throughout our society.

When I take action, I'm not going to fire a $2 million missile at a $10 empty tent and hit a camel in the butt. It's going to be decisive.

Every nation in every region now has a decision to make. Either you are with us, or you are with the terrorists.

We will make no distinction between the terrorists who committed these acts and those who harbour them.

The resolve of our great nation is being tested. But make no mistake, we will show the world that we will pass the test.

The future success of our nation depends on our ability to understand the difference between right and wrong and to have the strength of character to make the right choices.

Wisdom and strength, and my family, is what I'd like for you to pray for.

I'm hopeful. I know there is a lot of ambition in Washington, obviously. But I hope the ambitious realize that they are more likely to succeed with success as opposed to failure.

Through adoption, Americans can forever change not only a child's life but also their own.

This way of life is worth defending.