    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2001, Book II)]
    [July 3, 2001]
    [Page 822]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks During a Visit to a White House Staff Member at Inova Fairfax
    Hospital and an Exchange With Reporters in Fairfax, Virginia
    July 3, 2001

        The President. You know, when you come, it reminds us of the
    responsibilities that we have in life. And Vivienne is lucky to have a mother
    and dad who will love her all the time. And
    she doesn't know it, yet, but she's learning pretty quickly. She's less
    than 24 hours old.
        We also have a responsibility to make sure our education systems
    provide excellence for every child.
        We have a responsibility--and Congress needs to bring me a bill that
    will help the patients who come to these hospitals maintain reasonable
    insurance, and a bill that doesn't help lawyers.
        We have a responsibility to encourage love all throughout our
    communities. That's why the Faith-Based Initiative is so important. A
    lot of babies are born sometimes where the--some babies are born where
    people just don't love them like they should. And as a society, we've
    got to make up for that love. Yesterday I had the opportunity to meet
    with service organizations all across--representing people from all
    across the country, committed to finding a million mentors to love
    children.
        The good news for this little baby is,
    she's got a mom and dad who know their responsibilities. It's a great Fourth
    of July gift. Congratulations.
        Okay.

    Stem Cell Research

        Q. Mr. President, do you know when you'll actually make a decision
    on stem cell research funding?
        The President. In a while.

    Note: The President spoke at approximately 9:30 a.m. In his remarks, he
    referred to Vivienne Anna Sayle, daughter of Desiree Sayle, Director of
    Correspondence for the First Lady, and attorney Stephen Sayle.