    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2001, Book II)]
    [September 10, 2001]
    [Pages 1090-1091]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Exchange With Reporters Prior to Discussions With Prime Minister
    John Howard of Australia
    September 10, 2001

        Q. Mr. President, can you tell us your thoughts, sir, on more tax
    cuts?
        The President. I'm honored the Prime Minister is here. He's a great
    friend. Australia's a great friend, and we're so honored he's here. I'm
    sure we'll have a good, constructive visit. And we've had a great start.
        Q. Mr. President, what's your message on education today? Do you
    have anything to say about education today, Mr. President?

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        The President. In Florida.

    Note: The exchange began at 10:10 a.m. in the West Wing Lobby Entrance
    at the White House, upon the President's return from the Historical
    Washington Navy Yard. A tape was not available for verification of the
    content of this exchange.