    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book II)]
    [September 25, 2007]
    [Page 1237]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks Prior to a Meeting on Democracy in New York City
    September 25, 2007

        Thank you all for coming. This is a meeting of people who love
    liberty and who understand that freedom is universal. I appreciate the
    ability to share thoughts about how to embolden those who seek reform to
    stand with those who are willing to fight tyranny and ways for us all to
    be effective.
        As you know, there are people around the world who are desperate to
    live in free societies. I think, for example, of those in Burma. And
    it's incumbent upon those of us who live in free societies to help them.
    I can think of no better way to work toward freedom than to strategize
    with leaders from around the world who are willing to take the hard
    steps necessary to spread liberty.
        And so I'm looking forward to our strategy session. I appreciate
    your time. I want to thank you very much for your interest in this vital
    subject. Thanks.

    Note: The President spoke at 1:34 p.m. at United Nations Headquarters.