[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book I)]
[February 24, 2005]
[Page 321]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



Statement on Pope John Paul II
February 24, 2005

    On behalf of all Americans, Laura and I send 
our heartfelt best wishes to Pope John Paul II. The Holy Father is in 
our thoughts and prayers, and we wish him a speedy recovery and return 
to the service of his church and all humanity.