Freedom is the direction of history, because freedom is the permanent hope of humanity.

It is one of the great goals of my administration to invigorate the spirit of involvement and citizenship. We will encourage faith-based and community programs without changing their mission.

I feel a special kinship with our military personnel, veterans, and their families. After all, two of my decisions sent them into harm's way.

I began my first Cabinet meeting since the terrorist attacks. As I stepped into the room, the team broke out in sustained applause. I was surprised, and I choked up at their heartfelt support. The tears flowed for the second time in two days.

Some of you in this room support higher taxes. I welcome your enthusiasm and am glad to report that the IRS takes both money orders and checks.

The liberation of Iraq is a crucial advance in the campaign against terror. We've removed an ally of al Qaeda.

I believe in the universality of freedom and therefore want to be involved in the freedom movement.