I send greetings to those celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Rose Revolution.
One of the most inspiring chapters in the history of freedom was written by the Georgian people during the Rose Revolution. Thirsting for liberty and armed only with roses in hand, citizens throughout Georgia peacefully staked claim to their God-given right of liberty. These demonstrations proved once again, that when given a choice, people choose to live in freedom.
On this anniversary, Americans honor the brave Georgian citizens who defended freedom, and we renew our commitment to supporting Georgia's democracy, independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. We also look forward to the day when the light of liberty shines on all people throughout the world.
Laura and I send our best wishes. May the God who gave us liberty bless those who are advancing freedom's cause.
GEORGE W. BUSH
NOTE: This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on November 22. An original was not available for the verification of the content of this message.
George W. Bush, Message on the Fifth Anniversary of the Rose Revolution Online by Gerhard Peters and John T. Woolley, The American Presidency Project https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/node/284908