    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book I)]
    [January 4, 2006]
    [Page 8]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Health of Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel
    January 4, 2006

        Laura and I share the concerns of the Israeli
    people about Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's health, and we are praying
    for his recovery. Prime Minister Sharon is a man of courage and peace.
    On behalf of all Americans, we send our best wishes and hopes to the
    Prime Minister and his family.