To those of you who received honours, awards and distinctions, I say, well done. And to the C students, I say, you too can be president of the United States.
George W. BushOne of the common denominators I have found is that expectations rise above that which is expected.
George W. BushSince September 11th, federal terrorism investigations have resulted in charges against more than 400 suspects, and more than half those charged have been convicted. Federal, state, and local law enforcement have used the Patriot Act to break up terror cells in New York and Oregon and Virginia and in Florida. We've prosecuted terrorist operatives and supporters. These efforts have not always made the headlines but they've made communities safer. The Patriot Act has accomplished exactly what it was designed to do.
George W. Bush