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eliminate the death tax, believing that leader- During these holy days, men and women are ship on these issues would foster growth and called to reflect on their faith and to honor prosperity for small businesses and commu- the blessings of creation. nities. As a member of the House Republican The enduring traditions of Rosh Hashanah leadership, Jennifer used her position to help remind us of the deep values of faith and strengthen women’s rights and protect chil- family that strengthen our Nation and help dren. guide us each day. As Jewish people around After leaving Congress, Jennifer continued the world come together to celebrate Rosh to be a strong advocate of commonsense con- Hashanah, it is a chance to look to the new servative values. year with hope and faith. Jennifer was most proud of her family. Our Laura and I send our best wishes for a thoughts and prayers are with Keith, Bryant, blessed Rosh Hashanah and shanah tovah. Reagan, and Angus. George W. Bush

NOTE: An original was not available for Statement on the Death of verification of the content of this message. Luciano Pavarotti September 6, 2007 Remarks at the Asia-Pacific Luciano Pavarotti was one of the most ac- Economic Cooperation Business complished and acclaimed opera singers of Summit in Sydney all time. From singing with his father in a September 7, 2007 small church choir near Modena, Italy, to performing in sold-out stadiums in America Good morning—or should I say g’day. and all across the world, Pavarotti enter- [Laughter] Mr. Prime Minister, thank you tained audiences with his perfect pitch and for your introduction. Thank you for being charismatic interpretations. Both as a soloist such a fine host for the OPEC summit. I and as part of the Three Tenors, he sold mil- appreciate—APEC summit. [Laughter] He lions of records and won many prestigious invited me to the OPEC summit next year— awards. [laughter]—the APEC summit. I appreciate Pavarotti was also a great humanitarian, your friendship. I appreciate your leadership. using his magnificent talent to rally tremen- They refer to the Prime Minister around dous levels of support for victims of tragedies here as a battler. I know why. He’s coura- around the globe. His international vocal geous; he’s wise; he’s determined. America competition in Philadelphia and his school could ask for no better friend and more in Modena have encouraged and inspired steadfast ally than Prime Minister John How- generations of young artists to pursue their ard. dreams. I appreciate being back here in Australia, Laura and I join Luciano Pavarotti’s fans and I thank the people of Sydney for their across the world in mourning his loss. Our gracious hospitality. The Prime Minister kept thoughts and prayers are with the Pavarotti bragging about how beautiful Sydney is, and family. he’s right. It’s really a beautiful city, Mr. Prime Minister. Yesterday I had the privilege of visiting the Message on the Observance of Rosh Australian National Maritime Museum, Hashanah, 5768 which houses the bell from a great American September 6, 2007 naval vessel called the USS Canberra. This is the only American ship ever commissioned I send greetings to those around the world in tribute to an ally’s warship lost in battle. celebrating Rosh Hashanah. It was named by President Franklin Roo- The sound of the Shofar heralds the begin- sevelt to honor the men who gave their lives ning of a new year and a time of remem- aboard the Australian ship Canberra, which brance and renewal for the Jewish people. was lost during the Second World War. The

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