Evil men, obsessed with ambition and unburdened by conscience, must be taken very seriously - and we must stop them before their crimes can multiply.

The financial crisis should not become an excuse to raise taxes, which would only undermine the economic growth required to regain our strength.

A tax cut is really one of the anecdotes to coming out of an economic illness.

America's highest economic need is higher ethical standards -- enforced by strict laws and upheld by responsible business leaders.

And our security will require all Americans to be forward-looking and resolute, to be ready for pre-emptive action.

When I was young and irresponsible, I was young and irresponsible.

I call upon all nations to do everything they can to stop these terrorist killers. Thank you. Now watch this drive.