George Bush actually said...

"Most importantly, I want the people in Southern California to know that Americans all across this land care deeply about them. We're concerned about their safety. We're concerned about their property ..."

"We send our prayers and thoughts with those who have been affected and we send the help of the federal government as well."

"We must provide our troops with the help and support they need to get the job done."

"President Bush is promising federal aid. It is going to be needed. That much, we know. How many millions or billions, we don't know."