[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book I)] [May 20, 2008] [Pages 707-708] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]Statement on Senator Edward M. Kennedy May 20, 2008 Laura and I are concerned to learn of our friend Senator Kennedy's diagnosis. Ted Kennedy is a man of tremendous courage, remarkable strength, and powerful spirit. Our thoughts are with Senator Kennedy and his family during this difficult [[Page 708]] period. We join our fellow Americans in praying for his full recovery.