I think that if you don't think we're in a war that you can't win the war.

Even grief recedes with time and grace. But our resolve must not pass. Each of us will remember what happened that day, and to whom it happened. We'll remember the moment the news came -- where we were and what we were doing. Some will remember an image of a fire, or a story of rescue. Some will carry memories of a face and a voice gone forever.

I'm forever a former president and I understand that, but at this point in my post-presidency, I don't want to be involved with politics.

I want him [Saddam Hussein]. I want - I want justice. There is an old poster seen out west. As I recall, it said, Wanted Dead or Alive.

One thing is clear: The Iraqi people are showing incredible courage. The United States of America must understand that it's in our interests that we help this democracy succeed.

We reflect on what has been lost and comfort those enduring a profound grief. And somehow we know that a brighter morning will come.

The great thing about America is, you don't have to listen unless you want to.