President and Mrs. Bush Participate in Roundtable with Foreign Students President Bush on Wednesday said, "I just want to assure you of one thing, that I believe that freedom is universal. I don't think freedom is just a right for American citizens, I don't think it's just a right for people who practice religion one way. I think it is the right of everybody, who lives
everywhere. I believe that free societies end up yielding peace and hope. And that's the cornerstone of my foreign policy." U.S.-EU Summit
President Bush Participates in Press Availabilty at 2006 U.S.-EU Summit President Bush on Wednesday said, "We did have a very engaged and fruitful conversation, as we should. We're close partners in peace and prosperity. I've always believed that when America and the EU work together, we can accomplish big deeds. ... And this meeting has been a great success, Mr. Chancellor, and I appreciate you running it. And again, I want to thank you for your hospitality." U.S.-EU Summit
President Delivers Commencement Address at the United States Merchant Marine Academy
President Bush on Monday said, "America is a great maritime power, and our Merchant Marine has a vital role to play. ... My call to you is this: Trust your instincts, and use the skills you were taught here to give back to your nation. Do not be afraid of mistakes; learn from them. Show leadership and character in whatever you do. The world lies before you. I ask you to go forth with faith in America, and confidence in the eternal promise of liberty."
New National Monument Discussed
Jim Connaughton, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), discussed the President's designation of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Marine National Monument on Tuesday.
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President's Radio Address In his weekly radio address President Bush said, "I traveled to Baghdad to personally show our Nation's commitment to a free Iraq, because it is vital for the Iraqi people to know with certainty that America will not abandon them after we have come this far. The challenges that remain in Iraq are serious. ... But our efforts in Iraq are well worth it, the mission is necessary for the security of our country, and we will succeed." Audio In Focus: Renewal in Iraq
President George W. Bush is welcomed to Hofburg Palace in Vienna Wednesday, June 21, 2006, by Austria's President Heinz Fischer. Following them are U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Ursula Plassnik, Austria's Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs. White House photo by Eric Draper
On Tuesday, President Bush traveled to Vienna, Austria to participate in the annual U.S.-EU Summit. This trip underscores the importance of our relationship with the European Union and provides an opportunity for the President to meet with EU leaders to discuss our transatlantic agenda and a wide range of global challenges. Click here to learn more.
Last week, President Bush made a surprise visit to Iraq to meet with Iraqi Prime Minister Maliki and members of his cabinet. The leaders discussed how to achieve the goal of an Iraq that can govern itself, sustain itself, and defend itself.
President Bush is committed to comprehensive immigration reform that secures America's borders, improves enforcement of immigration laws, and upholds our values. Click here to learn more.
President Bush's four part plan to confront high gas prices includes making sure consumers and taxpayers are treated fairly, promoting greater fuel efficiency, boosting our crude oil and gasoline supplies, and for the long term, investing aggressively in alternatives to gasoline, so that we can eliminate the root cause of high gas prices by diversifying away from oil. Click here to learn more.