I really appreciate leaders from around the globe who have come to share in prayer with us today. It reminds me that the Almighty God is a God to everybody, every person.

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.

Over my tenure as governor, I have come not only to respect the political muscle of the Federation; I've come to respect the brains. All of us depend on your efforts and energies.

My answer is bring them on.

I would have my secretary of treasury be in touch with the financial centers, not only here but at home.

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

History will prove me right. This is an exercise in folly.