By Paula Wolfson
White House
Members of America’s Summer Olympic team are preparing to head to China after a formal send-off at the White House. VOA’s Paula Wolfson reports, President Bush says he is looking forward to joining them in Beijing.
They represented all the athletes at a ceremony in the Rose Garden, where President Bush praised their accomplishments and their character.
“In Beijing, you will also represent our nation’s character,” the president noted. “As ambassadors of goodwill, you will be humble in victory and gracious in defeat. And by showing respect for your competitors, you will demonstrate America’s respect for the world.”