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Confident, Optimistic Bush Approaches Inauguration

Bush speaks through the Washington Times (via Sounding the Trumpet):

At noon today it will be my great honor to take the Presidential Oath of Office for the second time. I am humbled by the trust and confidence of my fellow citizens. With that trust comes a duty to serve all Americans, and I will do my best to fulfill that duty every day as President.

Four years ago, I came to Washington with a commitment to solve problems, instead of passing them on to future presidents and future generations. I have tried to apply that principle to every decision I make in the Oval Office. And I am proud of what we have achieved.

We provided historic tax relief for America's small businesses and families — and now our economy is strong and creating jobs. We raised standards and insisted on accountability in public schools — and now children are making hopeful progress in reading and math. We strengthened and modernized Medicare — and soon America's seniors will have prescription drug coverage under Medicare.
These accomplishments met essential priorities, and they have made America stronger for future generations. Yet our greatest duties have been those that our country could not have envisioned on Inauguration Day four years ago.

The attacks of September 11th, 2001, brought grief to our nation and changed the course of history. Since that morning, our nation has fought the terrorists across the earth so that we do not have to face them here at home.

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I am optimistic about the future of our great country. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve. And I know that for the United States of America, the best days lie ahead.

May God continue to bless America and all who call it home.

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Posted by tim at January 20, 2005 7:45 AM

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