    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book I)]
    [March 30, 2006]
    [Page 619]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Exchange With Reporters in Cancun, Mexico
    March 30, 2006

    Jill Carroll

        Q. Sir, do you have a reaction to Jill Carroll's release?
        The President. Thank God.
        Q. What do you know about why she is released?
        The President. I'm really grateful she's released, and I want to
    thank those who worked hard for her release, and we're glad she's alive.
        It's good to see you all. And I'd like to make sure you work more
    than you play.

    Note: The exchange began at 8:07 a.m. at the LeBlanc Spa and Resort. In
    his remarks, the President referred to American journalist Jill Carroll,
    who was taken hostage in Baghdad, Iraq, on January 7 and released on
    March 30.