mrs. natalie rehnquist.y and loving god, who has given us this great nation, and it's called gifted men and women to bear the burdens and assume the duties of public service. we give you thanks and praise for raising from humble origins clarence thomas to the highest court in our land. we thank you for his strength, his courage, and for the kindness and devotion of his heart. especially we thank you that he has persevered through adversity. he has fought the good fight and that with your guidance, he has grown in love of you and in charity to others. we ask your special blessing on him as he takes this high office. make him always mindful that he's walking in your sight, that he may apply himself faithfully to the work you have given him. but in the years to come, he may do justice and love mercy and walk humbly with his god. amen. ♪ president bush: please be seated. welcome all to the white house. mr. vice president and mrs. quayle, warm welcome, and of course to the members of the supreme court, and may i