    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book II)]
    [January 15, 2009]
    [Pages 1573-1574]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the U.S. Airways Plane Crash in New York City
    January 15, 2009

        My administration is coordinating with State and local officials to
    respond to this afternoon's plane crash in New York City. We continue to
    monitor the situation. Laura and I are inspired
    by the skill and heroism of the flight crew, as well as the dedication
    and selflessness of the emergency responders and volunteers who rescued
    passengers from the icy waters of the Hudson. We send our thoughts and
    prayers to all involved in the accident.

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