Bill Clinton actually said...

"I also want to just say a special word of thanks to all of your for braving this weather and for coming out and for bringing your messages as well as your support."

"Ryan Clark Crocker has led a distinguished career in the foreign service and has a keen understanding of the issues facing Kuwait and the rest of the Middle East."

"He is well-qualified to serve as our country's Ambassador to Kuwait, and I am pleased he has agreed to accept this new assignment."

"We've got a lot of tough challenges still ahead facing our country."