Presidential Message for New Year's Day, 2007
Over the past year, we have reached important goals and confronted
new challenges. At the start of this New Year, we move forward with
trust in the power of the American spirit, confidence in our purpose,
and faith in a loving God who created us to be free.
In 2006, the number of jobs steadily increased, wages grew, the
unemployment rate dropped, and we achieved our goal of cutting the
deficit in half three years ahead of schedule. Thanks to the hard work
and innovation of the American people, our economy has been growing
faster than any other major developed nation. Significant tax relief has
helped our citizens keep more of what they earn and fuel an economy that
is vigorous and healthy. My Administration will continue to work to help
create more jobs, reduce the deficit, and spread prosperity to all our
citizens.
Last year, America continued its mission to fight and win the war on
terror and promote liberty as an alternative to tyranny and despair. In
the New Year, we will remain on the offensive against the enemies of
freedom, advance the security of our country, and work toward a free and
unified Iraq. Defeating terrorists and extremists is the challenge of
our time, and we will answer history's call with confidence and fight
for liberty without wavering.
Our Nation depends on the fine men and women in uniform who serve our
country with valor and distinction, and we remain mindful of their
dedication and sacrifice. America's troops and their families exemplify
the great character of our country, and they have earned the respect and
admiration of a grateful Nation.
As we celebrate the New Year, we look with hope to the year ahead and
the opportunities it will bring.
Laura and I send our best wishes for a happy New Year. May God bless
you, may God bless our troops and their families, and may God bless
America.
GEORGE W. BUSH
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