“I firmly believe it has served American interests to help prevent the

collapse of portions of the African continent. But this effort has done

something more: It has demonstrated American character and beliefs.

America is a certain kind of country, dedicated to the inherent and equal

dignity of human lives. It is this ideal — rooted in faith and our founding

— that gives purpose to our power. When we have a chance to do the right

thing, we take it.” — Former President George W. Bush, writing in The Washington Post, calling for a continuation of US efforts to combat global AIDS