George Bush actually said...

"Clarence Thomas comes to the Supreme Court having worked in the private sector, having served in State government and in every branch of Federal Government."

"I very much hope that all those invited will respond quickly and affirmatively so that the necessary organization and preparations can be completed for this historic undertaking."

"The Department of Commerce has continued to administer the system of export controls, including antiboycott provisions, contained in the Export Administration Regulations."

"I declared a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to deal with the threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States."