George Bush actually said...

"President Bush is urging Congress to make the Patriot Act permanent. During a stop at the Ohio Patrol Training Academy, Mr. Bush said the Patriot Act has protected American liberties and saved lives."

"the administration is, in his words, "exploring all alternatives" on how to best protect Americans."

"Both of us didn't want to use our military. Nobody wants to commit military into combat. It's the last option."

"He was a -- it's hard for me to judge learning more about the situation. All I can tell you is, is that it's a -- it was a revelation that caught me by surprise."