[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?

[[Page 1091]]

    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.