Press Conference of the President
President Bush on Tuesday said, "...We've got a strategy for victory, and
we're making progress because the men and women of the United States
military are showing magnificent courage and they're making important
sacrifices that have brought Iraq to an historic moment -- the opportunity
to build a democracy that reflects its country's diversity, that serves its
people, and is an active partner in the fight against the terrorists."
Efforts to Combat Online Child Exploitation Discussed Julie Myers, Homeland Security Assistant Secretary for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), discussed the recent arrest of dozens of people associated with a private child pornography chat room Tuesday. Read Transcript
President Meets with Iraq and Afghanistan Non-Governmental Organizations
President Bush on Tuesday said, "...I just marvel at the fact that Americans from around our country have heard a call to help somebody realize the benefits of freedom. You know, governments can help, and we will help. And obviously, we've got a brave military trying to secure freedom in Afghanistan and Iraq. But one of the real powerful parts of developing civil societies in these two countries is the fact that fellow citizens are willing to interface with citizens in Iraq and Afghanistan." In Focus: Renewal in Iraq In Focus: Afghanistan
President Welcomes President Sirleaf of Liberia to the White House
President Bush on Tuesday said, "It has been such an honor to welcome you, Madam President, to the Oval Office. I find that one of the interesting parts of my job is to be able to talk to pioneers, and Madam President, you're a pioneer. You're the first woman elected President to any country on the continent of Africa. And that requires courage, and vision, and the desire to improve the lives of your people. And I congratulate you on that." In Focus: Global Diplomacy
Audience members applaud President George W. Bush as he discusses the global war on terror, Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at the Capitol Music Hall in Wheeling, W. Va. President Bush told the crowd that America has got to appreciate what it means to wear the uniform today, and honor those who have volunteered to keep this country strong. White House photo by Eric Draper
On Wednesday, President Bush traveled to Wheeling, West Virginia, and made remarks on the War on Terror. The President discussed the plan for victory in Iraq, the progress being made, and the challenges ahead. Click here to learn more.
On Tuesday, the President met with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of the Republic of Liberia and discussed cooperative efforts in reconstruction, education, HIV/AIDS treatment, democratic reform, and other topics of mutual concern.
The White House recently released President Bush's second term National Security Strategy, which reflects the President's most solemn obligation: to protect the security of the American people.
Click here to read the report.
President and Mrs. Bush recently traveled to the Gulf Coast region to assess ongoing hurricane recovery and rebuilding efforts. Significant progress has been made in the six months since Hurricane Katrina, but much work remains.
Click here to learn more about recovery and rebuilding efforts.
President Bush on Tuesday said, "...We've got a strategy for victory, and
we're making progress because the men and women of the United States
military are showing magnificent courage and they're making important
sacrifices that have brought Iraq to an historic moment -- the opportunity
to build a democracy that reflects its country's diversity, that serves its
people, and is an active partner in the fight against the terrorists." 
President Bush on Tuesday said, "...I just marvel at the fact that Americans from around our country have heard a call to help somebody realize the benefits of freedom. You know, governments can help, and we will help. And obviously, we've got a brave military trying to secure freedom in Afghanistan and Iraq. But one of the real powerful parts of developing civil societies in these two countries is the fact that fellow citizens are willing to interface with citizens in Iraq and Afghanistan." 
President Bush on Tuesday said, "It has been such an honor to welcome you, Madam President, to the Oval Office. I find that one of the interesting parts of my job is to be able to talk to pioneers, and Madam President, you're a pioneer. You're the first woman elected President to any country on the continent of Africa. And that requires courage, and vision, and the desire to improve the lives of your people. And I congratulate you on that." 
