When did President Bush last utter either of the following two phrases
on the record: "Climate change" or "global warming?"

I have found just one statement: "We care about the climate." That was
quoted from this year on 2/17/05 in Brussels.

I'd like to find any other examples during his Presidency. Thank you.

Hello softjeans-ga,

As you?ve found, the President hasn?t said much explicitly about
?climate change? or ?global warming.? He made a major speech on this
subject in 2001 and very little since then. I?ve listed all the
references I?ve been able to find. Since this is a very controversial
subject, there are lots of discussions of the President?s
environmental positions and policies as expressed by various
administration officials and agencies even if the President isn?t
saying much.

Best wishes for your projects.

~ czh ~


http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2005/02/20050221.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
February 21, 2005

President Discusses American and European Alliance in Belgium 
Concert Noble
Brussels, Belgium 

Our alliance is determined to show good stewardship of the earth --
and that requires addressing the serious, long-term challenge of
global climate change. All of us expressed our views on the Kyoto
protocol -- and now we must work together on the way forward. Emerging
technologies such as hydrogen-powered vehicles, electricity from
renewable energy sources, clean coal technology, will encourage
economic growth that is environmentally responsible. By researching,
by developing, by promoting new technologies across the world, all
nations, including the developing countries can advance economically,
while slowing the growth in global greenhouse gases and avoid
pollutants that undermines public health. All of us can use the power
of human ingenuity to improve the environment for generations to come.

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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2004/06/20040601-8.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
June 1, 2004

Presidential Letter 
Text of a Letter from the President to the Chairmen of the House and
Senate Committees on Appropriations

Dear Mr. Chairman: 
Consistent with division D, title V, section 555(b) of Public Law
108-199, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2004, I transmit
herewith an account prepared by my Administration of Federal
expenditures for climate change programs and activities. This report
includes both domestic and international programs and activities
related to climate change, and associated expenditures by line item as
presented in the FY 2005 President's Budget Appendix.


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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2003/02/20030212.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
February 12, 2003

Statement by the President 
The United States is taking prudent steps to address the long-term
challenge of global climate change. We are reducing projected
greenhouse gas emissions in the near term, while devoting greater
resources to improving climate change science and developing advanced
energy technologies. America has already made great progress in this
effort: Between 1990 and 2001, industrial sector emissions were held
constant, while our economy grew by almost 40 percent. Sustaining and
accelerating this progress will help us meet our goal of reducing the
greenhouse gas intensity of the American economy by 18 percent by
2012.

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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2002/02/20020214-5.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
February 14, 2002

In pursuit of this goal, my government has set two priorities:  we
must clean our air, and we must address the issue of global climate
change. We must also act in a serious and responsible way, given the
scientific uncertainties.  While these uncertainties remain, we can
begin now to address the human factors that contribute to climate
change.  Wise action now is an insurance policy against future risks.

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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2001/07/20010722.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
July 22, 2001

> Global Climate Change: President Bush has made it clear that the
U.S. believes climate change is a serious problem requiring a global
solution. He is committed to working with friends and allies to
develop effective, science-based responses that both protect the
environment and ensure economic growth.

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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2001/07/20010713-2.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
July 13, 2001

President's Statement on Climate Change 
Statement by the President 
Last month, I announced the fundamental principles to guide a
scientifically sound and effective global effort to reduce the buildup
of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. As I said then, my
Administration?s climate change policy will be science-based,
encourage research breakthroughs that lead to technological
innovation, and take advantage of the power of markets. It will
encourage global participation and will pursue actions that will help
ensure continued economic growth and prosperity for our citizens and
for citizens throughout the world.

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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2001/06/20010630.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
June 30, 2001

The President and Prime Minister expressed their shared understanding
of the seriousness of the challenge posed by climate change. The Prime
Minister pointed to the importance of the Kyoto Protocol in this
regard. The President and Prime Minister recognized that climate
change is a pressing global problem requiring a global approach.
Bearing in mind Japan?s leadership at Kyoto, the President welcomed
the Prime Minister?s offer to initiate promptly high-level U.S.-Japan
government-to-government consultations to explore common ground and
areas for common action on climate change.


http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2001/06/20010611-2.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
June 11, 2001
President Bush Discusses Global Climate Change 

THE PRESIDENT:  Good morning. I've just met with senior members of my
administration who are working to develop an effective and
science-based approach to addressing the important issues of global
climate change.

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Request for Answer Clarification by softjeans-ga on 29 Apr 2005 10:28 PDT

Helpful answer, but just to be clear...as far as you can tell, the
President has never said the words "global warming" in the White
House? Even in response to questions about it?

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Clarification of Answer by czh-ga on 29 Apr 2005 11:36 PDT

Hello again softjeans-ga,

I've done a very extensive search in accordance with the pricing and
parameters of your question and what I've posted is all I have been
able to come up with. It's impossible for me (or anyone) to confirm
that the President has "never" said these words in the White House. I
would be even reluctant to claim that the President "never" said these
words publicly or for attribution or on the record or whatever limits
you might set up. Asking for proof of "never" is just as difficult as
asking for proof of "always" or for "all" of anything.

It might be possible to take your research further if you posted a new
question and explained the parameters of what you're looking for in
greater detail. A researcher might be able to identify another tack
other than simply lookiing for the phrases you specified.

There is a lot of material (some of it very controversial) about the
President's position on climate change and global warming that is
presented under the rubric of "the administration said" or "the
President's spokesman" or other authorities speaking for and
interpreting the President's intentions and positions.

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All the best.

~ czh ~