Joe Wilson actually said...
They attempt to discredit the messenger who brought the message by dragging my wife into -- into the public square. Why that's gained momentum I think is twofold -- one, if it's true, it is a very serious crime. And, secondly, this is, after all, an administration that promised to restore dignity and honor to the White House. And acting like schoolyard bullies pulling the hair of a little girl, metaphorically speaking, is something that I don't think people -- people appreciate very much.
Context
Joe Wilson criticizes the Bush administration for allegedly leaking the name of a CIA operative, suggesting it is an attempt to discredit him and reflects poorly on the administration's promise to restore dignity.
09/28/2003