[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I)]
[May 20, 2008]
[Pages 707-708]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



Statement on Senator Edward M. Kennedy
May 20, 2008

    Laura and I are concerned to learn of our 
friend Senator Kennedy's diagnosis. Ted Kennedy is a man of tremendous 
courage, remarkable strength, and powerful spirit. Our thoughts are with 
Senator Kennedy and his family during this difficult

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period. We join our fellow Americans in praying for his full recovery.