The resolve of our great nation is being tested. But make no mistake: We will show the world that we will pass this test. God bless.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker acknowledges a challenge to the nation but expresses confident resolve to overcome it.
- In plain terms
- We are being tested but we will pass and succeed.
- What can you take from it?
- Meet challenges with unwavering confidence in your nation's strength.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What tests does a nation face?
- How should leaders inspire confidence?
Another view
It offers optimism without detailing how the test will be passed.
More from George W. Bush
It's very important for folks to understand that when there's more trade, there's more commerce.
Permalink to quote #394 Do you have blacks, too?
Permalink to quote #396 If affirmative action means what I just described, what I'm for, then I'm for it.
Permalink to quote #393
Related quotes
Once a man has tasted freedom he will never be content to be a slave. That is why I believe that this frightfulness we see everywhere today is only temporary. …
Walt DisneyWalt Disney quote #1 America now is stumbling through the darkness of hatred and divisiveness. Our values, our principles, and our determination to succeed as a free and democratic…
Gerald FordGerald Ford quote #2 We are in a troublesome period, and some 'nonsense' as you term it - but this is a great nation with a high purpose, and we shall come to our senses and resume…
Harry S. TrumanHarry S. Truman quote #21