    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book I)]
    [February 17, 2005]
    [Page 251]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Resignation of N. Gregory Mankiw as Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers
    February 17, 2005

        Greg Mankiw has been a trusted member of my economic team and a
    close adviser. His wise and principled counsel over the past 2 years has
    helped shape policies that today are fueling our economic growth. I am
    grateful to Greg for his service to our country, and I wish him,
    Deborah, and the Mankiw family all the best.