    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2004, Book II)]
    [July 29, 2004]
    [Page 1418]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Progress in Homeownership
    July 29, 2004

        My administration has put forward an aggressive agenda to help all
    Americans--especially first-time homeowners, low-income families, and
    minorities--achieve the dream of owning their own home. Today's
    homeownership statistics show that we are making significant progress in
    building an ownership society in America. We have set a new record for
    homeownership, and today, more Americans, including minorities, own
    their own home than ever before. We will continue to usher in a new era
    of ownership by providing additional opportunities for all Americans to
    realize the American Dream.