Republicans were divided, with some calling for him to resign and others praising his speech as an act of contrition.

Chief executives widely praised President Bush's speech yesterday, saying it would help restore confidence in American business.

Democrats and many of the city leaders with whom the mayor has traditionally tangled generally praised his speech.

Labor leaders, although praising his speech, have remained cool to any concessions.

He also praised Obama's speech as "a really good speech.

Political analysts praised Clinton's speech because it offered goodies to everyone.

The Independent block, the second largest in the parliament praised the king's speech and supported his decision to form an investigation committee.

After the speech, lawmakers praised the president's speech and promised to back him.

Most critics praised Pam's speech at the end of the episode, though one found it out of character.

Some politicians praised the Mayor's speech, calling it "right on the mark."