Bush spoke often during the campaign about his religious faith. He said Thursday that it will be evident during his administration, not just in specific things such as prayer services, but in his own conduct. I think it speaks a lot to what faith can mean. And I also recognize that I am, as I like to say, a lowly sinner who sought redemption and found it. That doesn't make me better than anybody, it just adds perspective, I hope.
Faith can be a steadying influence.
I'm not a lonely person. I'm a people person. He said the presence of some of his longtime aides will ensure that he doesn't become isolated. Even in my being alone, I will have a faith and a family and a group of friends. I've got a lot of close friends.