George Bush actually said...

"The need for this agreement is too urgent – the stakes for our national security are too high – to allow this year to end without a vote."

"Waiting any longer to send up the legislation would run the risk of Congress adjourning without the agreement ever getting voted on."

"I appreciate your firm stance against extremists and radicals who use the tactics of murder and intimidation to advance their ideologies."

"I come away with a better understanding of a lot of issues, particularly in your part of the world."